MAX9720AEBE

Audio Amplifiers Overview

The MAX9720AEBE is a stereo headphone amplifier IC from the DirectDrive series, manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. It operates on a supply voltage range of 1.8V to 3.6V and delivers 50mW per channel into a 32-ohm load. The device utilizes Class AB topology for audio amplification and is housed in a compact 16-UCSP (2x2mm) surface-mount package.

Audio Amplifiers Feature Summary

• DirectDrive architecture enabling single-supply operation without output coupling capacitors
• Stereo headphone amplification with integrated volume control capabilities
• Low-voltage operation optimized for portable battery-powered applications

Audio Amplifiers Applications

• Portable media players
• Mobile phones
• Personal digital assistants

Audio Amplifiers Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors due to discontinued status. Confirm RoHS compliance and package integrity upon receipt. Cross-reference datasheet revisions to ensure compatibility with existing designs.

Audio Amplifiers Selection Notes

Select this component for space-constrained portable devices requiring high-quality stereo audio. Ensure supply voltage remains within the 1.8V to 3.6V range. Consider thermal management despite low power dissipation in small packages.

Audio Amplifiers Part Context

Part of Maxim's DirectDrive headphone amplifier family designed for mobile electronics. Offers superior audio performance compared to traditional capacitor-coupled amplifiers while minimizing board space requirements.

Audio Amplifiers Replacement Considerations

MAX9720AEBE+T serves as the tape-and-reel variant of this component. Verify pinout compatibility when substituting with other DirectDrive series amplifiers.