Maxim Integrated ICL7664ITV Voltage Converter

The ICL7664ITV from Maxim Integrated is a highly efficient, monolithic, CMOS voltage converter designed to provide a simple solution for generating a negative voltage from a positive input voltage. This versatile chip is particularly suited for battery-powered and portable applications due to its low power consumption and compact size.

Key Features

• Input Voltage Range: The ICL7664ITV operates with an input voltage range of +1.5V to +10V, making it compatible with a variety of power sources.
• Output Voltage: It provides an inverted output voltage which is almost equal to the magnitude of the input voltage, facilitating the creation of a dual supply from a single voltage source.
• High Power Efficiency: With its CMOS technology, the device ensures minimal power loss, which is crucial for prolonging battery life in portable devices.
• Low Quiescent Current: The typical quiescent current is only 10μA, further enhancing its suitability for power-sensitive applications.
• Frequency Operation: The ICL7664ITV operates at a typical oscillator frequency of 10kHz, providing a balance between efficiency and component size.
• Package: The device is available in a small 14-pin TSSOP package, ideal for space-constrained applications.

Applications

The ICL7664ITV is perfect for a range of applications where a negative supply voltage is required. These include:

• Portable Instruments
• Operational Amplifier Systems
• Data Acquisition Systems
• Battery-Powered Devices
• Handheld Measurement Equipment

With its ease of use, the ICL7664ITV requires only two external capacitors to create a stable negative voltage converter. This simplicity, combined with its high efficiency and low power consumption, makes the ICL7664ITV a go-to choice for designers looking to integrate a reliable negative voltage supply into their systems without the need for complex circuitry.

Overall, the Maxim Integrated ICL7664ITV stands out as a practical component for a wide array of electronic designs, offering a straightforward approach to achieving a negative voltage rail where board space and power efficiency are of paramount importance.