High-Speed, 4-Channel, Bidirectional Level Translators Provide ±15kV ESD Protection and Low-Voltage Operation in a Tiny UCSP
SUNNYVALE, CA—July 3, 2007—Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX13042E–MAX13045E* high-speed, 4-channel, bidirectional level translators with ±15kV ESD protection on I/O VCC lines. These devices provide the level shifting necessary for high-speed data transfer in multivoltage systems by operating with VL voltages from +1.62V to +3.2V and VCC voltages from +2.2V to +3.6V. Over these operating-voltage ranges, the MAX13042E–MAX13045E provide a guaranteed data rate of 100Mbps with external push-pull or open-drain drivers that source as little as 4mA output current. Offering low-voltage operation and ESD protection in a tiny, 1.54mm x 2.12mm UCSP™, these bidirectional level translators are ideal for high-speed data transfer between low-voltage ASICs/PLDs and higher voltage systems.
The MAX13042E–MAX13045E increase design flexibility through their ability to operate at full speed with external drivers that source as low as 4mA output current. Their compatibility with both push-pull and open-drain drivers is enabled by a pass-gate architecture and by the integration of internal current sources that are capable of sourcing 30mA to pull up the I/O lines.
The bidirectional level translators are fully specified over the extended temperature range (-40°C to +85°C). They are available in tiny, 3mm x 3mm, 14-pin TDFN and 1.54mm x 2.12mm, 12-bump UCSP packages. Prices start at $1.20 (1000-up, FOB USA).
*The MAX13044E and MAX13045E are future products—please contact factory for availability.
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