The MAX1790EUA+ is a highly efficient, compact, and versatile step-up DC-DC converter from Maxim Integrated. Designed to deliver a fixed or adjustable output voltage from a lower voltage input, this component is ideal for battery-powered devices, portable electronics, and applications requiring voltage boosting capabilities.

Key Features

• Input Voltage Range: The MAX1790EUA+ operates from a 2.7V to 11V input voltage range, making it suitable for a wide array of power sources, including single-cell Li-Ion batteries.
• Adjustable Output Voltage: Users can set the output voltage from 2.7V up to 11V through external resistors, providing flexibility for different design requirements.
• High Efficiency: With efficiencies up to 94%, this converter ensures minimal power loss during voltage conversion, extending battery life in portable applications.
• Low Quiescent Current: The device's low quiescent current minimizes standby power consumption, an essential feature for power-sensitive designs.
• Compact Design: Housed in a small 8-pin µMAX package, the MAX1790EUA+ saves valuable board space in space-constrained applications.
• Integrated Features: It includes an internal 2A switch, frequency compensation components, and a fixed-frequency oscillator, simplifying design and reducing external component count.

Applications

• Portable Electronics
• Battery-Powered Devices
• Handheld Instruments
• Power Backup Systems
• Small LCD Panels

Reliability and Support

The MAX1790EUA+ is built with Maxim Integrated's commitment to quality and reliability. It features thermal overload protection and a robust design to ensure stable operation under various conditions. Additionally, Maxim Integrated provides comprehensive technical support and documentation to assist designers in integrating this converter into their projects.

Whether you are designing a new portable device or looking to improve the efficiency of an existing application, the MAX1790EUA+ offers a powerful solution for your voltage conversion needs.