Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated

MAX3373EEKA+TW  

Translators, Level Shifters

MAX3373EEKA+TW Description

The MAX3373EEKA+TW is a bidirectional voltage-level translator designed by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated, a leading manufacturer in the electronics industry. This IC is housed in a Surface Mount package, specifically a SOT23-8, making it suitable for compact and space-constrained applications. Despite its obsolete status and classification under ECCN as OBSOLETE, the MAX3373EEKA+TW remains a notable component due to its robust performance and versatile design.

MAX3373EEKA+TW Features

The MAX3373EEKA+TW is a bidirectional voltage-level translator that supports a data rate of up to 16Mbps, ensuring efficient and rapid signal transmission. It features a wide voltage range for VCCA (1.2 V to 5.5 V) and VCCB (1.65 V to 5.5 V), providing flexibility in interfacing with various electronic systems. Each circuit includes two bidirectional channels, allowing for simultaneous data transmission in both directions. The device is packaged in a Tape & Reel (TR) format, which is ideal for automated assembly processes.

Key technical specifications include:

• Translator Type: Voltage Level
• Data Rate: 16Mbps
• Voltage - VCCA: 1.2 V to 5.5 V
• Voltage - VCCB: 1.65 V to 5.5 V
• Channels per Circuit: 2
• Channel Type: Bidirectional
• Number of Circuits: 1
• Package: Tape & Reel (TR)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

MAX3373EEKA+TW Applications

The MAX3373EEKA+TW is well-suited for applications requiring bidirectional voltage-level translation. Its wide operating voltage range and high data rate make it ideal for interfacing between different voltage domains in microcontroller units (MCUs), field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), and other digital systems. Specific use cases include:

• Microcontroller Interfaces: Enabling communication between MCUs with different voltage levels.
• FPGA Applications: Facilitating data transmission between FPGAs and peripheral devices with varying voltage requirements.
• Digital Signal Processing: Enhancing signal integrity and compatibility in mixed-voltage digital systems.

Conclusion of MAX3373EEKA+TW

Despite its obsolete status, the MAX3373EEKA+TW remains a valuable component for applications requiring bidirectional voltage-level translation. Its wide voltage range, high data rate, and compact SOT23-8 package make it a versatile solution for modern electronic designs. While newer alternatives may offer enhanced features, the MAX3373EEKA+TW continues to provide reliable performance and compatibility, ensuring its relevance in the electronics industry.

MAX3373EEKA+TW Documents

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PCN Obsolescence/ EOL :

DK OBS NOTICE      

Environmental Information :

Maxim Integrated RoHS Cert       Maxim Integrated REACH