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MAX8523
High-Speed, Dual-Phase Gate Driver for Multiphase, Step-Down Converters

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Description
The MAX8523 dual-phase gate driver, along with the MAX8524/MAX8525 multiphase controllers, provides flexible 2- to 8-phase CPU core-voltage supplies. The 0.5Ω/0.95Ω driver resistance allows up to 30A output current per phase.

Each MOSFET driver in the MAX8523 can drive 3000pF capacitive loads with only 15ns propagation delay and 11ns typical rise and fall times, allowing operations up to 1.2MHz per phase. Adaptive dead time controls low-side MOSFET turn-on, and user-programmable dead time controls high-side MOSFET turn-on. This maximizes converter efficiency while allowing operation with a variety of MOSFETs and controller ICs. An undervoltage lockout (UVLO) circuit allows proper power-on sequencing. PWM_ signal inputs are TTL and CMOS compatible.

The MAX8523 is available in a space-saving 16-pin QSOP package and specified for -40°C to +85°C operation.

Key Features   Applications/Uses
  • 6A Peak Gate-Drive Current
  • Up to 1.2MHz Operation
  • Up to 6.5V Gate-Drive Voltage
  • 0.5Ω /0.95Ω Low-Side Drivers
  • Capable of 30A Output per Phase
  • Adaptive Shoot-Through Protection
  • User-Programmable Delay Time
  • TTL and CMOS Input Compatible
  • UVLO for Proper Sequencing
  • Flexible 2- to 8-Phase Implementation with MAX8524 and MAX8525
  • Space-Saving (4.9mm x 6mm) 16-Pin QSOP Package

 
  • Core Voltage Supplies for Pentium® IV Microprocessors
  • DC-to-DC Regulator Modules
  • Desktop Computers
  • Servers and Workstations
  • Switches, Routers, and Storage
  • Voltage Regulator Modules (VRMs)

    Key Specifications:   Step-Down Switching Regulators
    Part Number VIN (min) (V) VIN (max) (V) IOUT (A) IOUT (A) Number of DC-DC Outputs Package Price**
    MAX8523  4.5 13.2 60 60 2 QSOP/16 $0.78 @ 1k
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    Notes:
    **This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.

    Diagram
    MAX8523: Typical Operating Circuit
    Typical Operating Circuit

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    Temp RoHS/Lead-Free?
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8523EEE  
    QSOP;16 pin;
    Dwg: 21-0055 (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: E16-1*
    -40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8523EEE-T  
    QSOP;16 pin;
    Dwg: 21-0055 (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: E16-1*
    -40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: No
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8523EEE+  
    QSOP;16 pin;
    Dwg: 21-0055 (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: E16+1*
    -40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
    Materials Analysis
    MAX8523EEE+T  
    QSOP;16 pin;
    Dwg: 21-0055 (PDF)
    Use pkgcode/variation: E16+1*
    -40°C to +85°C RoHS/Lead-Free: Lead Free
    Materials Analysis

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    Document Ref.: 19-2860; Rev 0; 2003-05-19
    This page last modified: 2008-02-21



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