Maxim Integrated MAX6896AAZT Voltage Monitor

The Maxim Integrated MAX6896AAZT is a compact, highly reliable voltage monitor designed to ensure the stability and functionality of multi-voltage systems. This precision voltage monitoring device is part of Maxim's family of power-supply supervisory circuits that are engineered to maintain system integrity through monitoring and management of power supplies.

The MAX6896AAZT features a factory-trimmed reset threshold voltage, which is ideal for monitoring 3V, 3.3V, and 5V power supplies. With its low supply current of only 5.5µA, this voltage monitor is a highly efficient solution for portable and low-power applications. The device operates over a wide voltage range, making it versatile for various applications including microprocessor systems, computers, controllers, and intelligent instruments.

One of the key benefits of the MAX6896AAZT is its ability to assert a reset signal whenever the VCC supply voltage falls below the preset threshold. The reset output remains asserted for a minimum timeout period after VCC has risen above the reset threshold, ensuring a proper system reset. This feature is critical for preventing system errors and data corruption during power-up, power-down, and brown-out conditions.

Moreover, the MAX6896AAZT offers a manual reset input, which provides a hardware override of the reset output. This allows for a system reset to be triggered manually whenever necessary, adding an extra layer of control for system operators. The device is available in a small SOT23 package, allowing for space-saving PCB designs without compromising on performance or reliability.

The MAX6896AAZT's robust feature set includes:

• Factory-trimmed reset threshold voltage
• Low supply current of 5.5µA
• Wide operating voltage range
• Minimum timeout period after VCC recovery
• Manual reset input
• Compact SOT23 package

With its precision voltage monitoring and low power consumption, the MAX6896AAZT is the ideal choice for designers looking to enhance system reliability and performance in their next-generation electronic products.