MAX6968AAE+T

LED Driver IC Overview

The MAX6968AAE+T is an 8-port constant-current LED driver manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. It operates within a supply voltage range of 3 V to 5.5 V and delivers a low-level output current of 60 mA per port. The device features a maximum power dissipation of 571 mW and supports a maximum supply current of 25 mA. It is housed in a 16-lead SSOP package with surface-mount installation. The component functions across an extended temperature range from -40°C to +125°C.

LED Driver IC Feature Summary

• Provides eight independent constant-current ports for driving LED segments
• Supports serial interface control for data input and configuration
• Operates reliably across an extended industrial temperature range

LED Driver IC Applications

• Signage displays
• General lighting systems
• LED segment display modules

LED Driver IC Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'T' indicates tape-and-reel packaging, distinct from the tube-packaged MAX6968AAE+. Confirm RoHS compliance status through official documentation, as some listings indicate non-compliance while others reference detailed specifications. Ensure the source document explicitly identifies the manufacturer as Analog Devices or Maxim Integrated to avoid counterfeit components.

LED Driver IC Selection Notes

Select this component when designing circuits requiring multiple constant-current LED outputs controlled via a serial interface. The 60 mA sink capability suits standard segment LEDs. Consider the SSOP-16 footprint constraints during PCB layout. Verify that the system operating voltage falls within the 3 V to 5.5 V range and that thermal management accommodates the specified power dissipation limits at high ambient temperatures.

LED Driver IC Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX6968 series of LED display drivers. It shares functional similarities with other members like the MAX6969 but differs in pin count and package type. The MAX6968 family is designed for applications requiring efficient control of segmented LED indicators without extensive external circuitry.

LED Driver IC Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Evaluate alternative drivers from the same manufacturer only if they match the 8-port architecture and SSOP-16 package dimensions.