MAX3373EEKA/V+T

Translators, Level Shifters Overview

The MAX3373EEKA/V+T is a bidirectional voltage level translator in an SOT-23-8 package. It supports VCC from +1.65V to +5.5V and VL from +1.2V to +5.5V. The device provides ±15kV ESD protection on I/O VCC lines, operates over -40°C to +85°C, and features thermal short-circuit protection. It achieves data rates up to 16Mbps depending on voltage domains.

Translators, Level Shifters Feature Summary

• Bidirectional translation between low-voltage ASICs/PLDs and higher voltage systems
• Integrated ±15kV ESD protection on I/O VCC lines for external signal routing
• Three-state output mode reduces supply current below 1μA
• Thermal short-circuit protection prevents damage during fault conditions

Translators, Level Shifters Applications

• SPI, MICROWIRE, and I2C Level Translation
• Low-Voltage ASIC Level Translation
• Smart Card Readers
• Cell-Phone Cradles
• Portable POS Systems

Translators, Level Shifters Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official documentation to confirm package type and tape-and-reel specifications. Confirm RoHS compliance status with the manufacturer before procurement. Ensure the ordering information matches the required bidirectional functionality and voltage ranges for your application design.

Translators, Level Shifters Selection Notes

Select this component when bidirectional translation is required between logic families operating at different voltage levels. Verify that the target system voltage range falls within the specified VCC and VL limits. Consider the three-state capability if multidrop network support is necessary for the bus architecture.

Translators, Level Shifters Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX3372E–MAX3379E family of ESD-protected level translators. It utilizes a transmission-gate-based design to allow data translation in either direction on any single data line. The device is designed to simplify multivoltage system integration by bridging low-voltage and higher-voltage logic domains.

Translators, Level Shifters Replacement Considerations

The MAX3372E serves as a functional substitute within the same family, though it operates at a lower guaranteed data rate of 230kbps compared to the 16Mbps capability of the MAX3373E.