Maxim Integrated MAX804RCPA+ Supervisory Circuit

The MAX804RCPA+ is a highly reliable supervisory circuit designed by Maxim Integrated, a trusted name in the development of innovative analog and mixed-signal products. This essential component is engineered to monitor power supplies in microprocessor and digital systems, providing excellent protection against system failures due to unstable or failing power sources.

Key Features

• Voltage Monitoring: The device offers precision monitoring of +5V, +3.3V, +3V, +2.5V, and adjustable voltage supplies, ensuring that the system operates within safe voltage thresholds.
• Reset Output: It generates a reset signal whenever the monitored voltage drops below the factory-set threshold, which is maintained until the voltage recovers and stabilizes for a specified period, ensuring the system has adequate time to return to a stable state.
• Manual Reset Capability: The inclusion of a manual reset input allows for a system reset to be triggered on demand, providing additional control and diagnostic capabilities.
• Low Power Consumption: The MAX804RCPA+ is optimized for low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered and portable applications where power efficiency is crucial.
• Compact Packaging: Housed in an 8-pin PDIP package, the device is compact and easy to integrate into a wide range of system designs.

Applications

The MAX804RCPA+ supervisory circuit is ideal for use in a variety of applications that require reliable voltage monitoring and system reset functionality. It is commonly found in:

• Computers and Servers
• Embedded Systems
• Portable/Battery-Powered Devices
• Communication Equipment
• Industrial Controllers

Technical Specifications

The device operates over a wide temperature range and has the following technical specifications:

• Supply Voltage Range: 1V to 5.5V
• Reset Threshold Voltage: Factory-set options
• Reset Active Time: Typically 140ms
• Package Type: 8-Pin PDIP

With its robust feature set and Maxim Integrated's reputation for quality, the MAX804RCPA+ is a smart choice for ensuring system stability and integrity across a diverse array of electronic applications.