MAX16826ATJ/V+T

LED Driver IC Overview

The MAX16826ATJ/V+T is a programmable, four-string high-brightness LED driver IC featuring output-voltage optimization and fault detection. It operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75V to 24V with a switching frequency between 100kHz and 1MHz. The device supports SEPIC and boost topologies for driving multiple LED strings. It is housed in a 32-pin TQFN package (5x5mm) with an exposed pad and holds AEC-Q100 automotive qualification. The operating temperature range extends from -40°C to +125°C.

LED Driver IC Feature Summary

• Programmable control architecture enabling flexible configuration for diverse high-brightness LED applications
• Integrated output-voltage optimization circuitry designed to maximize system efficiency across varying load conditions
• Comprehensive fault detection mechanisms ensuring robust protection against open-circuit and short-circuit events

LED Driver IC Applications

• Automotive LCD display backlighting systems
• Industrial monitor backlighting
• Desktop monitor backlighting

LED Driver IC Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'V+' indicates automotive-grade qualification and RoHS compliance before procurement. Confirm the tape-and-reel packaging format matches assembly requirements. Ensure the 32-TQFN footprint aligns with the PCB layout design. Cross-reference the latest datasheet revision for any updates to electrical characteristics or pin definitions prior to finalizing orders.

LED Driver IC Selection Notes

Select this component when designing multi-string LED drivers requiring high efficiency and automotive reliability. The SEPIC/Boost topology suitability depends on input voltage variations relative to LED forward voltage sums. Evaluate thermal performance within the 32-TQFN package constraints for the intended ambient temperature range. Ensure the control interface meets the system's dimming and programming needs.

LED Driver IC Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX16826 family of LED lighting drivers from Analog Devices/Maxim Integrated. It is specifically engineered for high-performance applications demanding precise current regulation and fault management. The family includes variants optimized for different packaging and qualification standards, with this model targeting automotive and industrial sectors requiring AEC-Q100 certification.

LED Driver IC Replacement Considerations

Check for direct substitutes within the MAX16826 series, such as the MAX16826BATJ/V+, which shares similar electrical specifications and pinout compatibility. Verify that any alternative maintains the required AEC-Q100 qualification and 32-TQFN package dimensions to ensure mechanical interchangeability without redesign.