MAX6427DJUR+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuits
• Use: Voltage Supervisors
• Characteristics: Low-power, precision voltage monitors with a watchdog timer and manual reset input
• Package: 8-pin μMAX® package
• Essence: Provides accurate monitoring of system voltages to ensure proper operation and prevent damage
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 1.6V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Watchdog Timeout Period: 1.6s (typical)
• Manual Reset Input Threshold Voltage: 0.2V (typical)
• Quiescent Current: 3µA (typical)

Pin Configuration

The MAX6427DJUR+T has the following pin configuration:

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| | --| VCC GND |-- Pin 1: Ground (GND) --| MR RST |-- Pin 2: Manual Reset Input (Active-Low) --| WDI RST |-- Pin 3: Watchdog Timer Input --| RESET RST |-- Pin 4: Active-Low Reset Output --| VCC RST |-- Pin 5: Power Supply Input --| GND RST |-- Pin 6: Ground (RST) --| NC RST |-- Pin 7: No Connection --| NC RST |-- Pin 8: No Connection |___________| ```

Functional Features

• Accurate voltage monitoring: The MAX6427DJUR+T ensures that system voltages are within specified limits.
• Watchdog timer: Monitors system activity and resets the system if it becomes unresponsive.
• Manual reset input: Allows for manual system reset.
• Active-low reset output: Provides a signal to indicate when the system is being reset.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low-power consumption - Precision voltage monitoring - Small package size

Disadvantages: - Limited number of pins for additional functionality - Restricted operating temperature range

Working Principles

The MAX6427DJUR+T operates by continuously monitoring the voltage levels of the system. It compares these voltages to predefined thresholds and generates a reset signal if any of the monitored voltages fall outside the specified range. The watchdog timer ensures that the system remains responsive by periodically receiving a signal from the WDI pin. If this signal is not received within the timeout period, the MAX6427DJUR+T generates a reset signal to restart the system.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX6427DJUR+T is commonly used in various applications where accurate voltage monitoring and system reset capabilities are required. Some potential application fields include:

1. Embedded Systems: Ensuring stable power supply and preventing damage due to voltage fluctuations.
2. Industrial Automation: Monitoring critical system voltages and providing reliable reset functionality.
3. Automotive Electronics: Protecting sensitive electronic components from voltage variations and ensuring proper operation.
4. Medical Devices: Safeguarding patient safety by monitoring voltage levels and initiating system resets if necessary.
5. Consumer Electronics: Preventing data loss and system crashes by monitoring power supply voltages and resetting unresponsive devices.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX6428DJUR+T: Similar to the MAX6427DJUR+T but with an extended operating temperature range (-40°C to +125°C).
2. MAX6429DJUR+T: Offers additional features such as adjustable reset threshold voltage and watchdog timeout period.
3. MAX6430DJUR+T: Provides dual voltage monitoring channels for increased system reliability.
4. MAX6431DJUR+T: Includes a power-fail comparator to detect power supply failures in addition to voltage monitoring.

These alternative models offer similar functionality with slight variations to cater to specific application requirements.

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