Maxim Integrated MAX6316MUK46CY+T Microprocessor Reset Circuits

The MAX6316MUK46CY+T is a sophisticated microprocessor (µP) supervisory circuit designed by Maxim Integrated to monitor power supplies in µP and digital systems. It provides a high degree of precision and reliability, ensuring that systems operate within safe voltage levels and are protected from unpredictable conditions such as power failures or brownouts.

Key Features

• Precision Monitoring: This device features a preset V<sub>CC reset threshold voltage of 4.63V, ensuring accurate monitoring and control of the power supply.
• Low Power Consumption: With a quiescent current of only 1.2µA, the MAX6316MUK46CY+T is optimized for low-power applications, contributing to the overall energy efficiency of the system it is integrated into.
• Compact SOT-23 Package: The device comes in a tiny 5-pin SOT-23 package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications without sacrificing performance or functionality.
• Manual Reset Input: It includes a manual reset input that allows for a system reset to be triggered with an external signal, providing additional control to system operators.
• Reset Timeout: It offers a reset timeout of 140ms (min), ensuring that the system has sufficient time to stabilize after a reset event before resuming operation.
• Temperature Range: The operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C supports its use in environments with varying temperature conditions, maintaining reliable operation across a broad spectrum of applications.
• Immune to Short V<sub>CC Transients: This component is designed to ignore short-duration transients on the V<sub>CC line, enhancing the stability of the system during minor power disturbances.

Applications

The MAX6316MUK46CY+T is ideal for use in a wide range of applications where reliable system operation is crucial. These include:

• Computers and Servers
• Embedded Systems
• Portable/Battery-Powered Equipment
• Data Storage Systems
• Industrial Controllers
• Medical Devices

With its combination of precision voltage monitoring, low power consumption, and compact packaging, the MAX6316MUK46CY+T from Maxim Integrated is an excellent choice for designers looking to enhance the reliability and efficiency of their digital systems.