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MAXIM MAX17019 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Specifications Data Sheet

Summary

The MAX17019 is a high-input-voltage quad-output controller designed for advanced power management in embedded and automotive systems. This highly efficient component features up to 38V input and provides four independent, fixed-frequency step-down regulators—including internal 5A, 3A, and 2A outputs—perfect for battery-powered devices. The manual details complex architecture specifics, flexible power sequencing controls, built-in fault protection (like UVLO/OVLO), and critical PCB layout guidelines to ensure reliable system integration.

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19-4225; Rev 0; 8/08

EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE

High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller General Description Features

The MAX17019 is a high-input-voltage quad-output con- Fixed-Frequency, Current-Mode Controllers

troller (up to 38V). The MAX17019 provides a compact,

5.5V to 38V Input Range (Step-Down)

low-cost controller capable of providing four indepen-

1x Step-Down Controller

dent regulators—a main stage, a 3AP-P internal step-

1x Internal 5AP-P Step-Down Regulator

down, a 5AP-P internal step-down, and a 2A source/sink linear regulator. The input voltage is up to 38V. This 1x Internal 3AP-P Step-Down Regulator makes it an excellent choice for automotive applications.

1x 2A Source/Sink Linear Regulator with Dynamic The internal switching regulators include 5V synchronous REFIN

MOSFETs that can be powered directly from a single Li+

Internal BST Diodes

cell or from the main 3.3V/5V power stages. Finally, the

Internal 5V 50m A Linear Regulator

linear regulator is capable of sourcing and sinking 2A to

Fault Protection—Undervoltage, Overvoltage,

support DDR termination requirements or to generate a

Thermal, Peak Current Limit

fixed output voltage.

Independent Enable Inputs and Power-Good

The step-down converters use a peak current-mode,

Outputs

fixed-frequency control scheme—an easy to implement

architecture that does not sacrifice fast-transient Voltage-Controlled Soft-Start

response. This architecture also supports peak current- High-Impedance Shutdown limit protection and pulse-skipping operation to maintain

10µA (typ) Shutdown Current

high efficiency under light-load conditions.

PO KC FB

Separate enable inputs and independent open-drain Ordering Information

BS TC PO KB

power-good outputs allow flexible power sequencing. A

LX BS TB

soft-start function gradually ramps up the output volt- PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE

age to reduce the inrush current. Disabled regulators LX LX

MAX17019ATM+ -40°C to +125°C 48 TQFN-EP*

enter high-impedance states to avoid negative output LX LX

+Denotes a lead-free/Ro HS-compliant package.

voltage created by rapidly discharging the output

LX LX *EP = Exposed pad.

through the low-side MOSFET. The MAX17019 also

OU TD DL

includes output undervoltage, output overvoltage, and Pin Configuration

OU TD BS TA

thermal-fault protection.

IN LX TOP VIEW

The MAX17019 is available in a 48-pin, 6mm x 6mm

FB DH

thin QFN package.

VT TR PO KA

Applications

RE FI ND FB

ONB CSPA

Automotive Battery-Powered Devices

SYNC CSNA

Embedded Control Systems

ONA AGND

Set-Top Boxes

INBC REF

INBC FREQ

MAX17019

INBC UP/DN

INBC INA

VDD VCC

POKD BYP

OND LDO5

ONC INLDO

FBC EXPOSED PAD = PGND SHDN

THIN QFN

Maxim Integrated Products

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

Page Summary Contents For MAXIM MAX17019 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Specifications Data Sheet

Page 1 19-4225; Rev 0; 8/08 EVALUATION KIT AVAILABLE High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller General Description Features The MAX17019 is a high-input-voltage quad-output con- Fixed-Frequency, Current-Mode...
Page 2 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS INLDO, SHDN to GND............................................-0.3V to +43V VTTR to GND.............................................-...
Page 3 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (Circuit of Figure 1, VINLDO = 12V, VINA = VINBC = VDD = VCC = VBYP = VCSPA = VCSNA = 5V, VIND = 1.8V, VSHDN = VONA = V...
Page 4 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (Circuit of Figure 1, VINLDO = 12V, VINA = VINBC = VDD = VCC = VBYP = VCSPA = VCSNA = 5V, VIND = 1.8V, VSHDN = VONA = V...
Page 5 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (Circuit of Figure 1, VINLDO = 12V, VINA = VINBC = VDD = VCC = VBYP = VCSPA = VCSNA = 5V, VIND = 1.8V, VSHDN = VONA = V...
Page 6 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (Circuit of Figure 1, VINLDO = 12V, VINA = VINBC = VDD = VCC = VBYP = VCSPA = VCSNA = 5V, VIND = 1.8V, VSHDN = VONA = V...
Page 7 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (Circuit of Figure 1, VINLDO = 12V, VINA = VINBC = VDD = VCC = VBYP = VCSPA = VCSNA = 5V, VIND = 1.8V, VSHDN = VONA = V...
Page 8 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued) (Circuit of Figure 1, VINLDO = 12V, VINA = VINBC = VDD = VCC = VBYP = VCSPA = VCSNA = 5V, VIND = 1.8V, VSHDN = VONA = V...
Page 9 EF FI CI EN CY High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller OU TP UT OL TA GE (V OU TP UT OL TA GE (V Typical Operating Characteristics (TA = +25°C, Circuit of Figure 1, unless otherwise noted.) SMPS REG...
Page 10 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (TA = +25°C, Circuit of Figure 1, unless otherwise noted.) REG A STARTUP WAVEFORM REG B STARTUP WAVEFORM (HEAVY ...
Page 11 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Typical Operating Characteristics (continued) (TA = +25°C, Circuit of Figure 1, unless otherwise noted.) REG A LOAD TRANSIENT (1A TO 3.2A) REG B LOAD TRANSIEN...
Page 12 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Pin Description PIN NAME FUNCTION Open-Drain Power-Good Output for the Internal 5A Step-Down Converter. POKC is low if FBC is more than 1 POKC 12% (typ) above...
Page 13 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Pin Description (continued) PIN NAME FUNCTION 5V Analog Bias Supply. VCC powers all the analog control blocks (error amplifiers, current-sense amplifiers, 17 ...
Page 14 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Pin Description (continued) PIN NAME FUNCTION 36 FBB Feedback Input for the Internal 3A Step-Down Converter. FBB regulates to 0.75V. Switching Regulator B Ena...
Page 15 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller C1 4.7μF, 6V SHDN INLDO 5.5V TO 38V PWR LDO5 PWR PWR UP/DN C3 DHA NH1 L1 AGND C22 DLA NL1 150μF ON OFF R16 35mΩ, 6V, B2 CASE ONA CSPA ON OFF ONB C8 5% PWR PWR...
Page 16 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller BYP UP/DN UP/DN = VCC [BUCK], INLDO LOW BUCK MODE MAX17019 SHDN INA BYP_OK VCC_OK SW EN VCC FB REF_OK DRV ONLDO CSPA CSNA ONA LDO5 VCC REG A LXA VCCOK UVLO AN...
Page 17 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller LDO5 Bootstrap Switchover SMPS Detailed Description When the bypass input (BYP) exceeds the LDO5 boot- strap-switchover threshold for more than 500μs, an Fixe...
Page 18 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Table 1. FREQ Table REG A AND REG C REG B STARTUP STARTUP SWITCHING SWITCHING SOFT-START PIN SOFT-START TIME BLANKING BLANKING FREQUENCY FREQUENCY TIME SELECT...
Page 19 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller SMPS POR, UVLO, and Soft-Start Once the soft-start sequence terminates, POK_ Power-on reset (POR) occurs when VCC rises above becomes high impedance as long a...
Page 20 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller VTT LDO Detailed Description Input voltage range. The maximum value (VIN(MAX)) must accommodate the worst-case, high AC- VTT LDO Power-Good Output (POKD) adap...
Page 21 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller inductor manufacturers provide inductors in standard values, such as 1.0μH, 1.5μH, 2.2μH, 3.3μH, etc. Also REF OUT> look for nonstandard values, which can ...
Page 22 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Internal SMPS Transient Response Input Capacitor Selection The load-transient response depends on the overall The input capacitor must meet the ripple current...
Page 23 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller and is reasonably priced. Ensure that the MAX17019 For the low-side MOSFET (NL) the worst-case power DLA gate driver can supply sufficient current to support ...
Page 24 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller VTT LDO Output Capacitor VTT LDO Power Dissipation Selection (COUTD) Power loss in the MAX17019 VTT LDO is significant and A minimum value of 20μF or greater ...
Page 25 High-Input-Voltage Quad-Output Controller Maximum Input Voltage Keep the high-current paths short, especially at the The MAX17019 controller includes a minimum on-time ground terminals. This practice ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the input voltage range for the MAX17019?

It supports an input voltage range from 5.5V to 38V.

Can the chip regulate power in multiple ways?

Yes, it includes four independent regulators: main stage (step-down), internal 5A step-down, internal 3A step-down, and a 2A source/sink linear regulator.

What specific fault protections does the MAX17019 offer?

It provides undervoltage, overvoltage, thermal, peak current limit, and fault protection features.

Does the device support advanced power sequencing?

Yes, it has separate enable inputs and independent open-drain power-good outputs to allow flexible power sequencing.