MAX6953EAX+

Display Drivers Overview

The MAX6953EAX+ is a 4-digit, 140-segment LED display driver in an SSOP-36 package. It operates on a 2.7V to 5.5V supply with a maximum current of 15 mA. The device provides 50 mA high-level and 500 mA low-level output currents, dissipating up to 941.2 mW. It functions within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Display Drivers Feature Summary

• Drives four monocolor or two bicolor cathode-row 5x7 matrix displays
• Includes built-in ASCII 104-character font and 24 user-definable characters
• Features automatic blinking control for each segment

Display Drivers Applications

• Dot matrix graphic panels
• Panel LED intensity control systems
• General purpose alphanumeric display interfaces

Display Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized channels due to limited availability status. Confirm the specific suffix matches the required pinout and electrical specifications. Check RoHS compliance documentation against local regulatory requirements before integration into final assemblies.

Display Drivers Selection Notes

Select this driver for applications requiring direct interface to 5x7 matrix LEDs without external multiplexing logic. Ensure the design supports the specified 500 mA low-level sink capability. Verify that the serial interface timing aligns with the host controller's clock speeds.

Display Drivers Part Context

This component belongs to the MAX6953 series of LED display drivers from Analog Devices/Maxim Integrated. It is designed to simplify the driving of complex matrix displays by integrating character generation and scanning functions directly into the IC.

Display Drivers Replacement Considerations

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