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MAX8540, MAX8541
Synchronizable, High-Frequency Current- and Voltage-Mode PWM Controllers for Isolated Supplies

Versatile, High-Frequency PWM Controllers Reduce Isolated DC-DC Converter Size and Cost


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Description
The MAX8540/MAX8541 pulse-width-modulated (PWM) controllers for forward/flyback isolated DC-to-DC converters provide maximum flexibility to power-supply designers and reduce external component count. These controllers allow common PC board layout for current-mode (MAX8540) and voltage-mode (MAX8541) designs.

Both controllers feature adjustable switching frequency and external synchronization from 200kHz to 1MHz. Active-high and active-low enable, undervoltage protection (UVP), and overvoltage protection (OVP) reduce external component count.

Maximum duty cycle is adjustable, and the feed-forward function scales the maximum duty cycle with input voltage to limit the maximum volt-seconds applied to the transformer primary. The MAX8540 allows the user to select the value of slope compensation to further optimize magnetics design. The MAX8541 features user-adjustable ramp magnitude for the PWM comparator.

A cycle-by-cycle current-limit function controls the peak primary current during overload and short circuit. Both controllers can be set to latch off or to hiccup when a short circuit is detected. The number of current-limited cycles to initiate the hiccup mode and number of cycles skipped are user selectable to allow startup with high-capacitance loads and protect the converter against sustained short circuits.

The MAX8540/MAX8541 feature 9Ω internal gate drivers for low-power applications and are compatible with external gate drivers for high-power applications. Both devices are available in the space-saving 16-pin QSOP package.

The MAX8541 EV kit evaluates the MAX8540 and the MAX8541 to speed designs. Design examples are also available in application notes: 50W Voltage-Mode Forward Converter Design with the MAX8541 and 50W Current-Mode Forward Converter Design with the MAX8540.

Key Features   Applications/Uses
  • 200kHz to 1MHz Adjustable Switching Frequency
  • Synchronization to External Clock
  • Programmable, Constant Maximum Volt-Second Simplifies Transformer Design
  • Programmable Hiccup/Skip Cycles or Latch-Mode Protection
  • Clean Startups with High-Capacitance Loads
  • Programmable Under/Overvoltage Protection
  • Current-Mode, Adjustable Slope Compensation (MAX8540)
  • Voltage-Mode, Adjustable Ramp Magnitude (MAX8541)
  • 10mA, 5V Regulator
  • 75mV to 1.25mV Adjustable Current Limit Reduces External Components
  • Internal Gate Driver for Low-Power Applications
  • External Gate Driver for High-Power Applications

 
  • Cell Phone Base Stations
  • High-Performance Offline AC/DC Converters
  • Isolated DC-to-DC Modules (Bricks)
  • Telecom and Network Systems

    Key Specifications:   Isolated Power Supplies
    Part Number VIN (min) (V) VIN (max) (V) Topology Features Control Loop Feedback Type Frequency (kHz) Max. Duty Cycle (%) Operating Current, ICC (max) (mA) Operating Temp. Range (°C) Price**
    MAX8540  7.6 18 Flyback
    Single-Ended Forward
    Adjustable Frequency
    Synchronizable Freqeuncy
    Thermal Shutdown
    UVLO
    Current Mode Opto 1,000 80 5 -40 to +85 $1.50 @ 1k
    MAX8541  Voltage Mode $1.50 @ 1k
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    Notes:
    **This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.

    Diagram
    MAX8540, MAX8541: Typical Operating Circuit
    Typical Operating Circuit

    Application Notes
  • Application Note 2039: 50W Voltage-Mode Forward Converter Design with the MAX8541 - MAX8541
  • Application Note 2040: 50W Current-Mode Forward Converter Design with the MAX8540 - MAX8540

    Evaluation Kits
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    3. Part number suffixes: T or T&R = tape and reel; + = RoHS/lead-free; # = RoHS/lead-exempt. More: SeeFull Data Sheet or Part Naming Conventions.
    4. * Some packages have variations, listed on the drawing. "PkgCode/Variation" tells which variation the product uses. Note that "+", "#", "-" in the part number suffix describes RoHS status. Package drawings may show a different suffix character.


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    MAX8540 Free
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      DRAWING CODE/VAR *
    Temp RoHS/Lead-Free?
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8540EEE  
    QSOP;16 pin;
    Dwg: 21-0055 (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: E16-1*
    -40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8540EEE-T  



    -40°C to +85°C See data sheet
    MAX8541 Free
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    Package: TYPE PINS FOOTPRINT
      DRAWING CODE/VAR *
    Temp RoHS/Lead-Free?
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8541EEE  
    QSOP;16 pin;
    Dwg: 21-0055 (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: E16-1*
    -40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8541EEE-T  



    -40°C to +85°C See data sheet

    More Information
  • New Product Press Release 2003-05-09 

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    Document Ref.: 19-2830; Rev 0; 2003-05-12
    This page last modified: 2007-08-07



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