Maxim Integrated MAX6316MUK46CY-T Microprocessor Reset Circuit

The MAX6316MUK46CY-T is a highly reliable and robust microprocessor (µP) supervisory circuit designed and manufactured by Maxim Integrated, a renowned leader in the development of innovative analog and mixed-signal products. This compact device is engineered to monitor power supplies in µP and digital systems, providing a quick and efficient response to ensure system stability during power-up, power-down, and brown-out conditions.

Encased in a space-saving SOT-23 package, the MAX6316MUK46CY-T is ideal for portable and space-constrained applications. It features a preset factory-trimmed reset threshold voltage of 4.6V, which is specifically tailored to maintain system integrity by monitoring the supply voltage and initiating a reset if it falls below the threshold. The reset output remains asserted for a minimum timeout period after the supply voltage rises above the reset threshold, ensuring a reliable system restart.

The device offers an active-low, push-pull reset output, which provides a direct interface to the reset or enable input of microprocessors, microcontrollers, and other logic. This configuration eliminates the need for external pull-up resistors and ensures a low-power, low-component-count solution. The MAX6316MUK46CY-T is designed to have a low supply current, making it suitable for battery-powered equipment where power efficiency is critical.

With its built-in temperature stability and immunity to short V_CC transients, the MAX6316MUK46CY-T ensures consistent performance across a wide range of environmental conditions. The device operates over a broad temperature range, making it a versatile choice for various applications, including computers, controllers, intelligent instruments, portable/battery-powered equipment, and embedded systems.

Maxim Integrated's commitment to quality is evident in the MAX6316MUK46CY-T, as it is designed to meet the stringent requirements of today's electronic systems. With its precision voltage monitoring and robust reset features, this µP supervisory circuit is an essential component for maintaining system reliability and preventing data corruption during power failures or unpredictable supply voltages.