Maxim Integrated MAX6861UK17+T Voltage Detector

The MAX6861UK17+T is a high-quality voltage detector component designed and manufactured by Maxim Integrated, a renowned leader in the development of innovative analog and mixed-signal products. This voltage detector is part of Maxim's extensive line of power-supply solutions and is designed to provide precision monitoring of voltage levels within electronic systems.

The device comes in a small 5-pin SOT23 package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications. It features a fixed factory-set threshold voltage of 1.7V, which allows for accurate detection of undervoltage conditions. This precision voltage detector is ideal for use in a variety of electronic devices, including portable/battery-powered equipment, microprocessor and microcontroller systems, and industrial controllers.

One of the key features of the MAX6861UK17+T is its low power consumption, drawing a quiescent current of just 1.5µA, which helps to extend battery life in portable applications. Additionally, the device offers a 140ms (min) reset timeout period, providing a reliable reset signal to the host system in the event of a voltage drop, ensuring proper system reset and preventing malfunction.

With its built-in hysteresis, the MAX6861UK17+T offers enhanced noise immunity, reducing the likelihood of false triggering due to transient voltage fluctuations. The detector is also equipped with an open-drain output, which enables it to interface easily with a variety of logic levels and to be connected to other open-drain outputs to form a wired-OR configuration.

Maxim Integrated's commitment to quality is evident in the MAX6861UK17+T voltage detector's design, which includes overtemperature protection and is specified over the extended -40°C to +85°C temperature range, making it suitable for industrial-grade applications.

Overall, the MAX6861UK17+T from Maxim Integrated is a reliable and efficient solution for voltage monitoring needs, ensuring system stability and protection across a wide range of electronic applications.