The MAX1729EUB from Maxim Integrated is a high-efficiency, low-quiescent-current step-up DC-DC converter designed for battery-powered and low-voltage systems. It is housed in a compact, 10-pin μMAX package, making it an ideal solution for space-constrained applications.

Key Features

• Wide Input Voltage Range: The device operates from a 1.2V to 5.5V input voltage range, making it suitable for single-cell, multi-cell, or regulated input applications.
• Adjustable Output Voltage: The MAX1729EUB provides an adjustable output voltage up to 28V, allowing flexibility across various design needs.
• High Efficiency: With a 96% peak efficiency, this converter minimizes power loss and heat generation, extending battery life in portable devices.
• Low Quiescent Current: The quiescent current is as low as 5µA, which is ideal for battery-powered applications where extending battery life is crucial.
• Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM) Control: PFM control improves efficiency at light loads, further conserving power when the device is not under heavy use.

Applications

The MAX1729EUB is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including but not limited to:

• Portable Devices
• Wireless and DSL Modems
• PDAs and GPS Receivers
• White LED Drivers
• Small LCD Displays

Design Support

Maxim Integrated provides comprehensive design support for the MAX1729EUB, including evaluation kits, simulation tools, and detailed datasheets to assist engineers in implementing the converter into their designs. With its high efficiency, low quiescent current, and adjustable output voltage, the MAX1729EUB is a robust solution for powering the next generation of low-voltage, battery-operated electronics.