MAXIM MAX629ESA

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28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
The MAX629’s combination of low supply current, logiccontrolled shutdown, small package, and tiny external
components makes it an extremely compact and efficient high-voltage biasing solution that’s ideal for battery-powered applications. The MAX629 is available in
an 8-pin SO package.
________________________Applications
____________________________Features
♦ Internal, 500mA, 28V N-Channel Switch
(No External FET Required)
♦ Generates Positive or Negative Output Voltages
♦ 80µA Supply Current
♦ 1µA Max Shutdown Current
♦ Up to 300kHz Switching Frequency
♦ Adjustable Current Limit Allows Use of Small,
Inexpensive Inductors
♦ 8-Pin SO Package
______________Ordering Information
PART
TEMP. RANGE
PIN-PACKAGE
MAX629C/D
0°C to +70°C
Dice*
MAX629ESA
-40°C to +85°C
8 SO
*Dice are tested at TA = +25°C, DC parameters only.
Note: To order tape-and-reel shipping, add “-T” to the end of
the part number.
Positive or Negative LCD Bias Generators
High-Efficiency DC-DC Boost Converters
Varactor Tuning Diode Bias
Palmtop Computers
Pin Configuration appears at end of data sheet.
2-Cell and 3-Cell Battery-Powered Applications
___________________________________________________Typical Operating Circuit
VIN
+2.7V
TO +5.5V
VIN
+2.7V
TO +5.5V
VCC
SHDN
LX
VOUT
28V
VCC
SHDN
LX
ISET
-VOUT
-28V
ISET
FB
POL
MAX629
POL
MAX629
REF
FB
REF
GND
GND
POSITIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
NEGATIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
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MAX629
_______________General Description
The MAX629 low-power DC-DC converter features an
internal N-channel MOSFET switch and programmable
current limiting. It is designed to supply positive or negative bias voltages up to ±28V from input voltages in
the 0.8V to VOUT range, and can be configured for
boost, flyback, and SEPIC topologies.
The MAX629’s current-limited pulse-frequency-modulation (PFM) control scheme provides high efficiency over
a wide range of load conditions. An internal, 0.5A Nchannel MOSFET switch reduces the total part count,
and a high switching frequency (up to 300kHz) allows
for tiny surface-mount magnetics.
MAX629
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Supply Voltage (VCC to GND) ..................................-0.3V to +6V
SHDN to GND...........................................................-0.3V to +6V
ISET, REF, FB, POL to GND .......................-0.3V to (VCC + 0.3V)
LX to GND ..............................................................-0.3V to +30V
Continuous Power Dissipation (TA = +70°C)
SO (derate 5.88mW/°C above +70°C) ..........................471mW
Operating Temperature Range ...........................-40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature ......................................................+150°C
Storage Temperature Range .............................-65°C to +165°C
Lead Temperature (soldering, 10sec) .............................+300°C
Stresses beyond those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional
operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to
absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
(VCC = +5V, CREF = 0.1µF, TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise noted. Typical values are at TA = +25°C.) (Note1)
PARAMETER
CONDITIONS
VCC Input Voltage (Note 2)
MIN
VFB = 1.3V
VCC Shutdown Current
SHDN = GND
VCC Undervoltage Lockout
100mV hysteresis
2.3
Input Supply Voltage (Note 2)
Voltage applied to L1 (VIN)
0.8
VIH
2.4
Circuit of Figure 2
Negative Output Voltage
Circuit of Figure 3
LX On-Resistance
LX Leakage Current
µA
0.04
1
µA
2.5
2.65
V
VOUT
V
V
28
V
V
0.45
0.25
0.33
VCC = 5V
0.6
1.2
VCC = 3.3V
0.7
1.4
VLX = 28V, TA = +85°C
0.05
2.5
µA
µs
ISET = VCC
ISET = GND
0.20
6.5
8.5
10.0
POL = GND
0.7
1.0
1.3
POL = VCC
2.0
3.2
3.8
POL = GND, VFB < 1V
3.0
4.5
6.0
POL = VCC, VFB > 0.25V
3.0
4.5
6.0
1.250
1.275
POL = GND
(positive output)
TA = 0°C to +85°C
1.225
TA = -40°C to +85°C
1.218
POL = VCC
(negative output)
TA = 0°C to +85°C
-15
TA = -40°C to +85°C
-25
FB Input Bias Current
2
UNITS
-28
0.51
-VIN
0.39
FB Set Point
REF Output Voltage
V
120
0.4
Maximum LX On-Time
Minimum LX Off-Time
5.5
80
VIL
Positive Output Voltage
LX Switch-Current Limit
MAX
2.7
VCC Supply Current
SHDN, POL, ISET Logic Levels
TYP
VCC = 2.7V to 5.5V,
no load on REF
TA = 0°C to +85°C
1.225
TA = -40°C to +85°C
1.218
1.282
0
15
25
5
50
1.250
1.275
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1.282
A
Ω
µs
V
mV
nA
V
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
MAX629
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued)
(VCC = +5V, CREF = 0.1µF, TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise noted. Typical values are at TA = +25°C.) (Note 1)
TYP
MAX
UNITS
REF Load Regulation
PARAMETER
IREF = 0µA to 100µA, CREF = 0.47µF (Note 3)
CONDITIONS
MIN
10
25
mV
Line Regulation
Circuit of Figure 2, VOUT = 24V, VCC = 3V to 5.5V,
ILOAD = 5mA
0.2
%/V
Load Regulation
Circuit of Figure 2, VOUT = 24V, VCC = 5V,
ILOAD = 0mA to 5mA
0.15
%
Thermal Shutdown Threshold
Die temperature
150
°C
Note 1: Specifications to -40°C are guaranteed by design and not production tested.
Note 2: The IC itself requires a supply voltage between +2.7V and +5.5V; however, the voltage that supplies power to the inductor
can vary from 0.8V to 28V, depending on circuit operating conditions.
Note 3: For reference currents less than 10µA, a 0.1µF reference-bypass capacitor is adequate.
__________________________________________Typical Operating Characteristics
(SHDN = VCC , CREF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)
80
D
75
E, F
C
80
75
VOUT = 12V,
ISET = VCC or GND
A: VIN = 9V
B: VIN = 5V
C: VIN = 3V
70
D: VIN = 5V, ISET = GND
E: VIN = 3V, ISET = VCC
F: VIN = 3V, ISET = GND
65
1
100
10
0.1
EFFICIENCY vs. LOAD CURRENT
(VOUT = -12V)
95
85
A
80
B
C
75
D
70
55
80
A
B, C
D
75
70
65
A: VIN = 12V, ISET = VCC
B: VIN = 12V, ISET = GND
C: VIN = 5V, ISET = VCC or GND
D: VIN = 3V, ISET = VCC or GND
60
EFFICIENCY (%)
90
A = VIN = 5V, ISET = VCC
B = VIN = 5V, ISET = GND
C = VIN = 3V, ISET = VCC
D = VIN = 3V, ISET = GND
60
55
50
1
10
LOAD CURRENT (mA)
100
100
D
50
0.1
1
10
LOAD CURRENT (mA)
0
4
8
12
16
90
A
80
20
70
B
60
A: VOUT = -12V, ISET = VCC
B: VOUT = -18V, ISET = VCC
C: VOUT = -12V, ISET = GND
D: VOUT = -18V, ISET = GND
50
40
30
C
20
D
10
0
50
0.1
C
B
MAXIMUM LOAD CURRENT vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
(VOUT = -18V, -12V)
MAX629-05
MAX629-04
100
85
150
A
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
EFFICIENCY vs. LOAD CURRENT
(VOUT = -18V)
90
200
100
10
LOAD CURRENT (mA)
95
65
1
LOAD CURRENT (mA)
100
250
0
60
0.1
MAXIMUM LOAD CURRENT (mA)
60
EFFICIENCY (%)
B
85
A: VOUT = 12V,
ISET = VCC
B: VOUT = 12V,
ISET = GND
C: VOUT =24V,
ISET = VCC
D: VOUT = 24V,
ISET = GND
MAX629-06
C
65
MAXIMUM LOAD CURRENT (mA)
90
EFFICIENCY (%)
EFFICIENCY (%)
85
70
95
A
A
B
300
MAX629-02
VOUT = 24V
A: VIN = 12V, ISET = VCC
B: VIN = 12V, ISET = GND
C: VIN = 5V, ISET = VCC
90
100
MAX629-01
100
95
MAXIMUM LOAD CURRENT vs.
INPUT VOLTAGE (VOUT = +24V, +12V)
EFFICIENCY vs. LOAD CURRENT
(VOUT = +12V)
MAX629-03
EFFICIENCY vs. LOAD CURRENT
(VOUT = +24V)
100
0
4
8
12
16
20
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
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____________________________Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)
(SHDN = VCC , CREF = 0.1µF, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)
SUPPLY CURRENT
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
REFERENCE VOLTAGE
vs. REFERENCE LOAD CURRENT
VIN = VCC
500
VIN = VCC = 5V
C4 = 0.47µF
REFERENCE VOLTAGE (V)
600
IIN
400
IIN
300
200
ICC
100
MAX629-08
1.255
MAX629-07
700
1.250
1.245
1.240
1.235
0
1.230
0
1
2
3
4
5
0
20
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
60
40
MAX629-10
MAX629-09
100 120 140 160
LOAD-TRANSIENT RESPONSE
(ISET = GND, ILIM = 250mA)
LOAD-TRANSIENT RESPONSE
(ISET = VCC, ILIM = 500mA)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE RIPPLE
A
80
REFERENCE LOAD CURRENT (µA)
0mA
MAX629-11
SUPPLY CURRENT (µA)
0mA
A
A
5mA
5mA
B
B
B
100µs/div
200µs/div
10µs/div
VOUT = +24V, ISET = VCC
A: LOAD CURRENT, 0mA TO 5mA, 2.5mA/div
B: VOUT, AC-COUPLED, 10mV/div
SHUTDOWN TRANSIENT
(POSITIVE CONFIGURATION)
5V
SHUTDOWN TRANSIENT
(NEGATIVE CONFIGURATION)
5V
SHDN
SHDN
0V
0V
24V
VOUT = +24V, ISET = GND
A: LOAD CURRENT, 0mA TO 5mA, 2.5mA/div
B: VOUT, AC-COUPLED, 10mV/div
MAX629-13
VOUT = +24V, ILOAD = 5mA
A: ISET = VCC, 20mV/div
B: ISET = GND, 20mV/div
MAX629-12
MAX629
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
0V
VOUT
VOUT
0V
-20V
50ms/div
VCC = VIN = 5V, RL = 4kΩ
4
20ms/div
50ms/div
START-UP
VCC = VIN =DELAY,
5V, RL =VCC
4kΩ
= VIN = 5V, ILOAD = 5mA
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28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
PIN
NAME
FUNCTION
1
SHDN
Active-Low Shutdown Input. A logic low puts the MAX629 in shutdown mode and reduces supply current to
1µA.
2
POL
Polarity Input. Changes polarity and threshold of FB to allow regulation of either positive or negative output
voltages. Set POL = GND for positive output voltage, or set POL = VCC for negative output voltage.
3
REF
1.25V Reference Output. Bypass to GND with a 0.1µF capacitor for IREF ≤ 10µA. REF can source 100µA to
drive external loads. For 10µA ≤ IREF ≤ 100µA, bypass REF with a 0.47µF capacitor.
4
FB
Feedback Input for setting output voltage. Connect to an external voltage divider. See Setting the Output
Voltage.
5
ISET
Current-Limit Set Input. Connect to VCC for a 500mA LX current limit, or connect to GND for a 250mA LX
current limit. See Setting the Current Limit.
6
GND
Ground
7
LX
8
VCC
Internal N-Channel DMOS Switch Drain
Power-Supply Input
_______________Detailed Description
The MAX629 low-power, boost DC-DC converter provides either positive or negative output voltages up to
±28V from a wide range of input voltages. It is
designed primarily for use in low-power, high-voltage
applications such as LCD biasing and set-top box varactor tuning. The MAX629’s unique control scheme
provides high efficiency and a wide range of output
voltages with only 80µA quiescent supply current, making it ideal for battery-powered applications. The internal N-channel DMOS switch has a pin-programmable
current limit (250mA and 500mA), allowing optimization
of output current and component size. Figure 1 shows
the MAX629 functional diagram.
Control Scheme
A combination of peak-current limiting and a pair of
one-shots controls the MAX629 switching, determining
the maximum on-time and constant off-time. During the
on-cycle, the internal switch closes, and current
through the inductor ramps up until either the fixed
10µs maximum on-time expires (at low input voltages)
or the switch’s peak current limit is reached. The peak
switch current limit is selectable to either 500mA (ISET
= V CC ) or 250mA (ISET = GND) (see Setting the
Current Limit). After the on-cycle terminates, the switch
turns off, charging the output capacitor through the
diode. In normal operation, the minimum off-time is set
to 1µs for positive output voltages and 3.5µs for negative output voltages. When the output is well below reg-
ulation, however, the off-time is increased to 5µs to provide soft-start during start-up. The switching frequency,
which depends upon the load, can be as high as
300kHz.
Shutdown Mode
When SHDN is low, the MAX629 enters shutdown
mode. In this mode, the feedback and control circuit,
reference, and internal biasing circuitry turn off. The
shutdown current drops to less than 1µA. SHDN is a
logic-level input; connect it to VCC for normal operation.
The output voltage behavior in shutdown mode
depends on the output voltage polarity. In the positive
output voltage configuration (Figure 2), the output is
directly connected to the input through the diode (D1)
and the inductor (L1). When the device is in shutdown
mode, the output voltage falls to one diode drop below
the input voltage, and any load connected to the output
may still conduct current. In the negative output voltage
configuration (Figure 3), there is no DC connection
between the input and the output, and in shutdown
mode the output is pulled to GND.
__________________Design Procedure
Setting the Output Voltage
For either positive or negative output voltage applications, set the MAX629’s output voltage using two external resistors, R1 and R2, as shown in Figures 2 and 3.
Since the input bias current at FB has a 50nA maximum
value, large resistors can be used in the feedback loop
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MAX629
______________________________________________________________Pin Description
MAX629
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
POL
REF
MIN OFF-TIME
GENERATOR
TRIG
POLARITY
1.25V
REF
START-UP
MAX629
Q
ERROR
AMP
LX
F/F
S
FB
Q
R
START-UP
COMPARATOR
ISET
TRIG
1V
MAX ON-TIME
GENERATOR
(10µs)
Q
SHDN
CONTROL
VCC
GND
Figure 1. Functional Diagram
without a significant loss of accuracy. Begin by selecting R2 to be in the 10kΩ to 200kΩ range, and calculate
R1 using the applicable equation from the following
subsections.
Positive Output Voltages
For positive output voltages, use the typical boost configuration shown in Figure 2, connecting POL to GND.
This sets the threshold voltage at FB to equal VREF.
Choose the value of R2 and calculate R1 as follows:
V

R1 = R2 x  OUT − 1
 VREF

where VREF = 1.25V.
Negative Output Voltages
For negative output voltages, configure R1 and R2 as
shown in Figure 3, connecting POL to VCC. This sets
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the FB threshold voltage to GND so that negative voltages can be regulated. Choose R2 and calculate R1 as
follows:
R1 = R2 x
| VOUT |
VREF
where VREF = 1.25V.
Figure 3 demonstrates generation of a negative output
voltage by following the MAX629 with an inverting
charge pump. This configuration limits VOUT to values
between -VIN and -28V. If smaller negative output voltages are required, D2’s cathode can be connected to
VIN. This alternative configuration permits output voltages smaller than -VIN, but cannot be used for output
voltages more negative than -28V - VIN. It produces
roughly one-half the output current as the standard configuration and is typically 5% less efficient.
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28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
Inductor Selection
The MAX629’s high switching frequency allows for the
use of a small inductor. The 47µH inductor shown in the
VIN
+0.8V
TO +15V
VIN
+0.8V
TO +24V
VCC
+2.7V
TO +5.5V
VCC
+2.7V
TO +5.5V
C1
10µF
35V
*
L1
47µH
C3
0.1µF
SHDN
ISET MAX629
FB
R2
31.6k
1%
POL
REF
VOUT
+24V
LX
R1
576k
1%
C1
10µF
35V
*
L1
47µH
C3
0.1µF
D1
MBR0540L
VCC
C4
0.1µF
Typical Operating Circuit is recommended for most
applications. Larger inductances reduce the peak
inductor current, but may limit output current capability
at low input voltages and provide slower start-up times.
Smaller inductances require less board space, but may
cause greater peak current due to current-sense comparator propagation delay. If input voltages below 2V
will be common, reducing the inductance to 22µH
might improve performance; however, maximum load
current and efficiency may decline. It is important to
thoroughly test operation under all input and output
conditions to ensure proper component selection.
Inductors with a ferrite core or equivalent are recommended; powder iron cores are not recommended for
use with high switching frequencies. The inductor’s
incremental saturation rating must exceed the selected
current limit. For highest efficiency, use an inductor with
a low DC resistance (under 100mΩ). See Table 1 for a
list of inductor suppliers.
CF
150pF
C2
10µF
35V
C5
2.2µF
VCC
SHDN
R3
2Ω
D1 = D2 = MBR0540L
LX
POL
R1
576k
1%
MAX629 FB
GND
* FOR SINGLE-SUPPLY OPERATION
Figure 2. +24V for a Positive LCD Bias
CF
150pF
C2
10µF
35V
R2
35.7k
1%
GND
*FOR SINGLE-SUPPLY OPERATION
VOUT
-20V
D1
D2
ISET
REF
C4
0.1µF
* FOR SINGLE-SUPPLY OPERATION
*FOR SINGLE-SUPPLY OPERATION
Figure 3. -20V for a Negative LCD Bias
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MAX629
Setting the Current Limit
External current-limit selection provides added control
over the MAX629’s output performance. A higher current limit increases the amount of energy stored in the
inductor during each cycle, which provides a higher
output current capability. For higher output current
applications, choose the 500mA current-limit option by
connecting ISET to VCC. When lower output current is
required, the 250mA current limit can provide several
advantages. First, a smaller inductor can be used,
which saves board area and cost. Second, the smaller
energy transfer per cycle reduces output ripple for a
given capacitor, providing design flexibility between
board area, cost, and output ripple by allowing cheaper, higher-ESR capacitors. Connect ISET to GND to
select the 250mA current-limit option.
MAX629
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
Diode Selection
The MAX629’s high switching frequency demands a
high-speed rectifier. Schottky diodes, such as the
1N5819 or MBR0530L, are recommended. Make sure
that the diode’s peak current rating exceeds the peak
current set by ISET, and that its breakdown voltage
exceeds the output voltage. Schottky diodes are preferred due to their low forward voltage. However, ultrahigh-speed silicon rectifiers are also acceptable. Table
1 lists Schottky diode suppliers.
Capacitor Selection
Output Filter Capacitor
The primary criterion for selecting the output filter
capacitor is low effective series resistance (ESR). The
product of the peak inductor current and the output filter capacitor’s ESR determines the amplitude of the
high-frequency ripple seen on the output voltage.
These requirements can be balanced by appropriate
selection of the current limit, as discussed in the Setting
the Current Limit section. Table 1 lists some low-ESR
capacitor suppliers. See the Output Voltage Ripple
graph in the Typical Operating Characteristics section.
Input Bypass Capacitor
Although the output current of many MAX629 applications may be relatively small, the input must be
designed to withstand current transients equal to the
inductor current limit. The input bypass capacitor
reduces the peak currents drawn from the voltage
Table 1. Component Suppliers
SUPPLIER
PHONE
FAX
AVX: TPS series
(803) 946-0690
(803) 626-3123
Matsuo: 267 series
(714) 969-2491
(714) 960-6492
Sprague: 595D series
(603) 224-1961
(603) 224-1430
Motorola: MBR0530L
(602) 303-5454
(602) 994-6430
Nihon: EC11 FS1 series
(805) 867-2555
(805) 867-2698
CAPACITORS
DIODES
INDUCTORS
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source, and reduces noise caused by the MAX629’s
switching action. The input source impedance determines the size of the capacitor required at the input
(V IN). As with the output filter capacitor, a low-ESR
capacitor is recommended. A 10µF, low-ESR capacitor
is adequate for most applications, although smaller
bypass capacitors may also be acceptable. Bypass the
IC separately with a 0.1µF ceramic capacitor placed as
close as possible to the VCC and GND pins.
Reference Capacitor
Bypass REF to GND with a 0.1µF ceramic capacitor for
REF currents up to 10µA. REF can source up to 100µA
of current for external loads. For 10µA ≤ IREF ≤ 100µA,
bypass REF with a 0.47µF capacitor.
Feed-Forward Capacitor
Parallel a capacitor (CF) across R1 to compensate the
feedback loop and ensure stability (Figures 2 and 3).
Values up to 270pF are recommended for most applications. Choose the lowest capacitor value that
ensures stability; high capacitance values may
degrade line regulation.
__________Applications Information
Adjusting the Output Voltage
Many biasing applications require an adjustable output
voltage, which is easily obtained using the configuration in Figure 4. In this circuit, an external bias voltage
(which may be generated by a potentiometer, a DAC,
or other means) is coupled to FB through the resistor
RB. The output voltage of this circuit is given by:
VOUT = VINIT +
R1
(V − VBIAS )
RB FB
where VINIT is the fixed output voltage as calculated in
the section Setting the Output Voltage, and VFB is equal
to either VREF (1.25V) for the positive configuration or
0V for the negative configuration. Proper choice of RB
provides a wide range of available output voltages
using simple external components to generate VBIAS.
Input Voltage Range
Coilcraft: DO1608 and
DT1608 series
(847) 639-6400
(847) 639-1469
Murata-Erie: LQH4 series
(814) 237-1431
(814) 238-0490
Sumida: CD43, CD54,
and CDRH62B series
(847) 956-0666
(847) 956-0702
TDK: NLC565050 series
(847) 390-4373
(847) 390-4428
Although, in many cases, the MAX629 and the inductor
are powered from the same source, it is often advantageous in battery-powered applications to power the
device from an available regulated supply and to
power the inductor directly from a battery. The MAX629
requires a +2.7V to +5.5V supply at VCC, but the inductor can be powered from as low as +0.8V, significantly
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28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
R1
RB
FB
MAX629
VBIAS
R2
GND
(REF)
( ) ARE FOR NEGATIVE OUTPUT VOLTAGE CONFIGURATIONS.
Figure 4. Adjustable Output Voltage
increasing usable battery life. Using separate supplies
for VCC and VIN also reduces noise injection onto VCC
by isolating it from the switching transients, allowing a
smaller, less-expensive input filter capacitor to be used
in many applications. If input voltages below 2V will be
common, reducing the inductor to 22µH may improve
performance in this voltage range, at the potential cost
of some decrease in maximum load current and efficiency.
In the negative configuration shown in Figure 3, the
inverting charge pump injects current into LX with each
cycle. The amount of charge injected increases at
higher VIN, and may prematurely trip the internal current-
limit threshold. Resistor R3 increases the usable input
voltage range by limiting the peak injected current. The
2Ω resistor shown provides a usable input voltage
range beyond VIN = 15V. In applications with a different
input voltage range, R3 may be increased or
decreased as necessary, with a resulting efficiency
change of roughly 0.5%/Ω.
Layout Considerations
Proper PC board layout is essential due to high current
levels and fast switching waveforms that radiate noise.
It is recommended that initial prototyping be performed
using the MAX629 evaluation kit or equivalent PC
board-based design. Breadboards or proto-boards
should never be used when prototyping switching regulators.
It is important to connect the GND pin, the input
bypass-capacitor ground lead, and the output filtercapacitor ground lead to a single point (star ground
configuration) to minimize ground noise and improve
regulation. Also, minimize lead lengths to reduce stray
capacitance, trace resistance, and radiated noise, with
preference given to the feedback circuit, the ground
circuit, and LX. Place R1 and R2 as close to the feedback pin as possible. Place the input bypass capacitor
as close as possible to VCC and GND.
Refer to the MAX629 evaluation kit data sheet for an
example of proper board layout.
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VOUT
MAX629
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
__________________Pin Configuration
___________________Chip Information
TRANSISTOR COUNT: 653
SUBSTRATE CONNECTED TO GND
TOP VIEW
SHDN 1
8
VCC
7
LX
REF 3
6
GND
FB 4
5
ISET
POL 2
MAX629
SO
10
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28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
SOICN.EPS
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MAX629
________________________________________________________Package Information
28V, Low-Power, High-Voltage,
Boost or Inverting DC-DC Converter
MAX629
NOTES
12
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