Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Package / Case | Tape & Reel (TR),Cut Tape (CT) |
| Part Status | Active |
| Function | Step-Down |
| Output Configuration | Positive |
| Topology | Buck |
| Output Type | Adjustable |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Voltage - Input (Min) | 4.5V |
| Voltage - Input (Max) | 20V |
| Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed) | 0.7V |
| Voltage - Output (Max) | 5.5V |
| Current - Output | 25A |
| Frequency - Switching | 300kHz ~ 1MHz |
| Synchronous Rectifier | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
Overview
Description
MAX8686ETL+T is a Maxim Integrated (now Analog Devices) multi-output high-efficiency DC-DC switching regulator (power-management IC). It generates multiple rails from a single input and includes protections such as current-limit, thermal protection, and sequencing/soft-start to suit embedded/portable systems. ETL indicates extended temperature range and lead-free packaging; +T denotes tape-and-reel shipping. Typical uses are microprocessors, FPGAs, and peripheral rails in consumer, industrial, or automotive applications. For exact specs (input range, output voltages, current capability, switching frequency), refer to the official datasheet/product page.
Manufacturer
Manufacturer: Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices, Inc.).
What kind of company: A global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures analog, mixed-signal, and some digital integrated circuits, including power-management, interfaces, sensors, data converters, and related ICs (headquartered in San Jose, California).
What kind of company: A global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures analog, mixed-signal, and some digital integrated circuits, including power-management, interfaces, sensors, data converters, and related ICs (headquartered in San Jose, California).
Application
MAX8686ETL+T is a high-efficiency multi-rail DC-DC regulator. Typical applications include:
- Automotive electronics (infotainment, ECU power rails, telematics)
- Industrial equipment (PLCs, motor drives, sensors)
- Networking/telecom (VRMs for switches, routers, base stations)
- Consumer/portable devices (laptops, tablets, cameras, wearables, set-top boxes)
- Data-center/enterprise servers (CPU/GPU voltage rails)
- Battery-powered and energy-harvesting systems (UPS, solar-powered devices, portable tools)
- Automotive electronics (infotainment, ECU power rails, telematics)
- Industrial equipment (PLCs, motor drives, sensors)
- Networking/telecom (VRMs for switches, routers, base stations)
- Consumer/portable devices (laptops, tablets, cameras, wearables, set-top boxes)
- Data-center/enterprise servers (CPU/GPU voltage rails)
- Battery-powered and energy-harvesting systems (UPS, solar-powered devices, portable tools)
Package
Package: 32-pin QFN (5x5 mm); +T denotes the Tape & Reel option.
