Overview
Features and Benefits
- 4.5V to 5.5V Input Voltage Range
- 1.3V to 3.5V Output Voltage Range
- 14A Output Current Capability
- 1% AC-Load Regulation
- Power-Good Output
- 600kHz Switching Frequency
- GlitchCatcher Provides Excellent Load-Transient Response (MAX1638VRM test fixture)
- 24-Pin SSOP Package
- Fully Assembled and Tested
Product Details
The MAX1638VRM evaluation kit (EV kit) provides a digitally programmable output voltage between 1.3V and 3.5V from a 5V input supply. It delivers up to 14A output current with greater than 90% efficiency. The MAX1638 features 1% output accuracy as well as 1% AC-load regulation. The EV kit operates at a 600kHz switching frequency and has excellent dynamic response to correct for fast output transients.
A separate test-fixture PC board emulates a system motherboard and contains a 22µF ceramic capacitor that models the local CPU bypass capacitors. The test fixture also puts the GlitchCatcher™ mosfets on the correct side of the VRM connector, in order to reduce stray inductance.
Applicable Parts
Documentation & Resources
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MAX1638EVKIT: Evaluation Kit for the MAX1638 Data Sheet (Rev. 0)11/1/1997PDF113K