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MAXIM INTEGRATED PRODUCTS MAX4249–MAX4257 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps User Manual

Summary

This technical guide details the MAX4249–MAX4257 family of precision operational amplifiers. These low-noise, ultra-low distortion Op Amps are engineered for optimal performance in battery-powered and portable applications, featuring rail-to-rail output and single-supply operation down to 2.4V. Available in space-saving UCSP and SOT23 packages, they provide high capability while minimizing power draw. The manual covers detailed electrical specifications, multiple package layouts, operational limits, and critical application considerations for engineers designing reliable electronic systems.

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19-1295; Rev 7; 4/05

UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps General Description Features

The MAX4249–MAX4257 low-noise, low-distortion oper- Available in Space-Saving UCSP, SOT23, and ational amplifiers offer rail-to-rail outputs and single- µMAX® Packages

supply operation down to 2.4V. They draw 400µA of Low Distortion: 0.0002% THD (1kΩ load) quiescent supply current per amplifier while featuring

400µA Quiescent Supply Current per Amplifier

ultra-low distortion (0.0002% THD), as well as low input

Single-Supply Operation from 2.4V to 5.5V

voltage-noise density (7.9n V/√Hz) and low input

current-noise density (0.5f A/√Hz). These features make Input Common-Mode Voltage Range Includes the devices an ideal choice for portable/battery-powered Ground

applications that require low distortion and/or low noise. Outputs Swing Within 8m V of Rails with a 10kΩ

For additional power conservation, the MAX4249/

MAX4251/MAX4253/MAX4256 offer a low-power shut- 3MHz GBW Product, Unity-Gain Stable down mode that reduces supply current to 0.5µA and (MAX4250–MAX4254)

puts the amplifiers’ outputs into a high-impedance 22MHz GBW Product, Stable with AV 10V/V state. The MAX4249-MAX4257’s outputs swing rail-to- (MAX4249/MAX4255/MAX4256/MAX4257) rail and their input common-mode voltage range

Excellent DC Characteristics

includes ground. The MAX4250–MAX4254 are unity-

VOS = 70µV

gain stable with a gain-bandwidth product of 3MHz.

IBIAS = 1p A

The MAX4249/MAX4255/MAX4256/MAX4257 are inter- Large-Signal Voltage Gain = 116d B nally compensated for gains of 10V/V or greater with a

Low-Power Shutdown Mode

gain-bandwidth product of 22MHz. The single MAX4250/

Reduces Supply Current to 0.5µA

MAX4255 are available in space-saving 5-pin SOT23

Places Outputs in a High-Impedance State

packages. The MAX4252 is available in an 8-bump chip-

400p F Capacitive-Load Handling Capability

scale package (UCSP™) and the MAX4253 is available in a 10-bump UCSP. The MAX4250AAUK comes in a 5-pin

Ordering Information

SOT23 package and is specified for operation over the

automotive (-40°C to +125°C) temperature range. PIN-

PART TEMP RANGE

PACKAGE MARK

Applications

MAX4249ESD -40°C to +85°C 14 SO

Wireless Communications Devices

MAX4249EUB -40°C to +85°C 10 µMAX

PA Control

MAX4250EUK-T -40°C to +85°C 5 SOT23-5 ACCI

Portable/Battery-Powered Equipment M AX 4250AAU K- T - 40°C to + 125°C 5 SOT23-5 AEYJ Medical Instrumentation Ordering Information continued at end of data sheet.

Selector Guide appears at end of data sheet.

ADC Buffers Digital Scales/Strain Gauges

Pin Configurations

TOP VIEW (BUMPS ON BOTTOM)

OUTA VDD OUTB OUTB INB- INB+ SHDNB

B1 B4 INA- MAX4252 INB- VDD VSS

MAX4253

INB+VSSINA+ OUTA INA- INA+ SHDNA

UCSPUCSP

Pin Configurations continued at end of data sheet.

UCSP is a trademark and µMAX is a registered trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.

Maxim Integrated Products

For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.

Page Summary Contents For MAXIM INTEGRATED PRODUCTS MAX4249–MAX4257 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps User Manual

Page 1 19-1295; Rev 7; 4/05 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps General Description Features The MAX4249–MAX4257 low-noise, low-distortion oper- Available in Space-Saving UCS...
Page 2 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS Power-Supply Voltage (VDD to VSS) ......................+6.0V to -0.3V 10-Pin µMAX (derate 5.6m W/°C above...
Page 3 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (VDD = 5V, VSS = 0, VCM = 0, VOUT = VDD/2, RL tied to VDD/2, SHDN = VDD, TA = TMIN to TMAX, ...
Page 4 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (VDD = 5V, VSS = 0, VCM = 0, VOUT = VDD/2, RL tied to VDD/2, SHDN = VDD, TA = TMIN to TMAX, ...
Page 5 OU TP UT OL TA GE (V NU BE OF NI TS UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, -7 -5 Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps -3 -1 Typical Operating Characteristics (VDD = 5V, VSS = 0, VCM = VOUT = VDD/2, input noi...
Page 6 –M SU PP LY UR RE NT (μ A) (d B) GA IN (d B) UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (VDD = 5V, VSS = 0, VCM = VOUT = VDD/2, ...
Page 7 –M TH D+ AM PL IT UD (d Bc OU TP UT IM PE DA NC (Ω UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (VDD = 5V, VSS = 0, VCM = VOUT = V...
Page 8 –M TH D+ N( UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (VDD = 5V, VSS = 0, VCM = VOUT = VDD/2, input noise floor of test equipme...
Page 9 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Pin Description PIN/BUMP NAME FUNCTION M A X4 2 5 5 M A X4 2 5 6 M A X4 2 5 7 M A X4 2 5 2 M A X4 2 4 9 / M A X4 2 5 3 M A X4 2 5 4...
Page 10 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Low Distortion Many factors can affect the noise and distortion that the device contributes to the input signal. The following CZ g...
Page 11 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Using a Feed-Forward Compensation Capacitor, CZ The amplifier’s input capacitance is 11p F. If the resis- tance seen by the inverti...
Page 12 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, PE AK IN (d B) (Ω Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps VDD = 3V SHADED AREA INDICATES SHADED AREA INDICATES STABLE OPERATION 1.0 STABLE OPERATION WITH NO NEED FOR WITH ...
Page 13 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Typical Operating Circuit MAX195 (16-BIT ADC) AIN DOUT MAX4256 VIN SCLKSHDN SERIAL INTERFACE REF 4.096V
Page 14 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Selector Guide G A IN MINIMUM NO. OF SHUTDOWN PART B A N D WID T H STABLE AMPLIFIERS PIN-PACKAGE ( M H z) GAIN (V/V) PER PACKAGE MA...
Page 15 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Pin Configurations (continued) TOP VIEW VDDOUT N.C. SHDN OUTA VDD VDDIN- OUTBINA- MAX4250 MAX4251 MAX4252 MAX4250A IN+ MAX4256 OUT ...
Page 16 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Package Information (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the latest pack...
Page 17 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Package Information (continued) (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the...
Page 18 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Package Information (continued) (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the...
Page 19 UCSP, Single-Supply, Low-Noise, Low-Distortion, Rail-to-Rail Op Amps Package Information (continued) (The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are these op-amps ideal for use with?

They are ideal for portable or battery-powered applications requiring low distortion and/or low noise due to their rail-to-rail outputs and single-supply operation.

How can I maximize power conservation when not in use?

The MAX4249 and related models include a low-power shut-down mode that reduces the supply current down to 0.5µA.

What is the maximum operating range for this device line?

General operation runs from -40°C to +85°C, although specific parts like MAX4250AAUK can operate up to +125°C.

What voltage window is supported by these amplifiers?

They support single-supply operation ranging from 2.4V minimum up to 5.5V maximum.