MAX16840ATE+

LED Driver IC Overview

The MAX16840ATE+ is an AC/DC offline switching LED driver IC featuring SEPIC, Buck, and Boost topologies. It delivers an output current of 800mA with a supply voltage range of 6.5V to 48V. The device operates at a frequency of 300kHz and supports analog dimming from 0% to 100%. Packaged in a 16-TQFN (5x5) case, it integrates over-temperature, short-circuit protection, and under-voltage lockout for robust operation.

LED Driver IC Feature Summary

• Supports SEPIC, Step-Down (Buck), and Step-Up (Boost) converter topologies
• Enables analog dimming with a 0% to 100% control range
• Integrates over-temperature, short-circuit protection, and under-voltage lockout

LED Driver IC Applications

• AC/DC offline LED lighting systems
• General illumination applications requiring high efficiency
• Signage and display backlighting

LED Driver IC Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ATE+' against the manufacturer's official datasheet to confirm pinout and thermal pad configuration. Confirm RoHS compliance status and check for obsolete status indicators on distributor platforms before finalizing procurement decisions.

LED Driver IC Selection Notes

Select this component for designs requiring flexible input voltage ranges and multiple converter topologies. Ensure the application demands an 800mA output current and benefits from integrated analog dimming capabilities without external complex circuitry.

LED Driver IC Part Context

This part belongs to the Maxim Integrated LED driver family, now under Analog Devices Inc. It is designed for high-efficiency power management in standalone LED drivers, replacing older discrete solutions with an integrated monolithic approach for compact form factors.

LED Driver IC Replacement Considerations

Check for direct cross-references in the manufacturer's obsolescence notices. Verify compatibility with existing PCB footprints and thermal requirements if substituting with newer revisions or alternative topology drivers.