MAX16814CAUP+T

LED Driver IC Overview

The MAX16814CAUP+T is a high-efficiency, high-brightness LED driver IC featuring four integrated current-sink channels. It includes an internal current-mode switching DC-DC controller supporting boost, coupled-inductor boost-buck, or SEPIC topologies with adjustable frequencies between 200kHz and 2MHz. The device accepts a wide input voltage range of 4.75V to 40V and withstands direct automotive load-dump events. It provides full-scale LED current adjustment from 20mA and supports 5000:1 PWM dimming at 200Hz. Packaged in a TSSOP-20 format.

LED Driver IC Feature Summary

• Integrates four independent LED current-sink channels for driving multiple LED strings.
• Includes an internal current-mode switching DC-DC controller to drive external converter topologies.
• Supports programmable slope compensation for fast response and simplified loop compensation.
• Withstands direct automotive load-dump events for robust operation.

LED Driver IC Applications

• Small to medium-sized LCD displays in automotive environments
• General lighting applications requiring high-brightness LEDs
• Automotive backlighting systems

LED Driver IC Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'CAUP+T' against official Analog Devices documentation to confirm package type and temperature grade. Confirm RoHS compliance status via the manufacturer's datasheet. Check current availability as supply may be limited or subject to factory special orders. Ensure the ordering part number matches the exact electrical specifications required for the design.

LED Driver IC Selection Notes

Select this component when designing circuits requiring integrated multi-channel LED sinking with an onboard DC-DC controller. It is suitable for applications needing wide input voltage tolerance and automotive-grade resilience. Consider the TSSOP-20 package constraints and the need for external passive components for the specified converter topologies.

LED Driver IC Part Context

This device belongs to the MAX16814 series of high-efficiency LED drivers designed for high-brightness LED applications. The family offers integrated solutions combining linear current sinks with switching regulators to optimize power efficiency. The CAUP+T designation indicates a specific commercial temperature grade and tape-and-reel packaging configuration within the broader product line.

LED Driver IC Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material. Consult official Analog Devices documentation for potential pin-compatible or functionally equivalent alternatives.