Detailed Description
The MAX15006/MAX15007 high-voltage linear regula-
tors operate over a 4V to 40V input voltage range. These
devices guarantee 50mA load drive, and offer preset
output voltages of +3.3V (MAX15006A/MAX15007A) or
+5V (MAX15006B/MAX15007B) or an adjustable voltage
output from 1.8V to 10V (MAX15006C/MAX15007C).
Thermal shutdown and short-circuit protection prevent
damage during overtemperature and overcurrent condi-
tions. The MAX15007 includes an enable input (EN)
allowing the regulators to be turned on/off using a logic-
level voltage. Driving EN high turns on the device while
driving EN low places the device in a low-power shutdown
mode. In shutdown, the supply current is reduced to 3μA
(typ). The MAX15006/MAX15007 operate over the -40°C
to +125°C automotive temperature range. All devices are
available in thermally enhanced 6-pin TDFN and 8-pin SO
packages capable of dissipating 1.904W and 1.509W at
TA = +70°C, respectively.
Regulator
The regulator accepts an input voltage from 4V to 40V.
The MAX15006A/MAX15007A have a fixed 3.3V output
voltage while the MAX15006B/MAX15007B offer a fixed
5V output voltage. The MAX15006C/MAX15007C feature
an adjustable voltage output by connecting an external
resistive divider from OUT to FB and to GND (see the
Output Voltage Setting section).
EN Input (MAX15007 Only)
EN is an active-high, logic-level enable input that turns
the device on or off. Drive EN high to turn the device on.
An internal 0.5μA pulldown current keeps the MAX15007
in shutdown mode when driven by a three-state driver
in high-impedance mode, or an open-drain driver. While
in shutdown, the device consumes only 3μA (typ). EN
withstands voltages up to 40V, allowing it to be driven by
high input level voltages or connected to IN for always-on
operation.
Thermal Protection
When the junction temperature exceeds +165°C, an
internal thermal sensor turns the pass transistor off, and
allows the device to cool. The thermal sensor turns the
pass transistor on again after the junction temperature
cools by 20°C. This results in a cycled output during con-
tinuous thermal-overload conditions. Thermal protection
protects the MAX15006/MAX15007 in the event of fault
conditions. Operation at TJ = +150°C without going into
thermal shutdown is not guaranteed. Use Figures 3a and
3b to determine the minimum guaranteed output current.
Output Short-Circuit Current Limit
The MAX15006/MAX15007 feature a 175mA current limit.
The output can be shorted to GND for an indefinite period
of time without damage to the device. During a short
circuit, the power dissipated across the pass transistor
can quickly heat the device. When the die temperature
reaches +165°C, the MAX15006/MAX15007 shut down
and automatically restart after the die temperature cools
by 20°C.
Figure 3a. Minimum Output Current vs. Ambient Temperature
(6-Pin TDFN-EP)
Figure 3b. Minimum Output Current vs. Ambient Temperature
(8-Pin SO-EP)
MAX15006 fig03a
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (°C)
125120110 11590 95 100 10585
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
0
80 130
VIN = 26V, VOUT = 5V
VIN = 18V, VOUT = 5V
VIN = 18V,
VOUT = 3.3V
VIN = 26V, VOUT = 3.3V
MAX15006 fig03b
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (°C)
125120110 11590 95 100 10585
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
0
80 130
VIN = 26V, VOUT = 5V
VIN = 18V, VOUT = 5V
VIN = 18V,
VOUT = 3.3V
VIN = 26V, VOUT = 3.3V
MAX15006/MAX15007 40V, Ultra-Low Quiescent-Current
Linear Regulators in 6-Pin TDFN/8-Pin SO
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