MAX98396EWB+

Audio Special Purpose Overview

The MAX98396EWB+ is a high-efficiency, mono Class-DG speaker amplifier manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. It features industry-leading quiescent power consumption and includes I/V sense and brownout-prevention engine capabilities. The device operates on a wide input supply voltage range of 3.0V to 20V and supports digital input via an I2C interface for configuration. It is housed in a 35-WFBGA (WLBGA) package designed for surface-mount installation and functions within an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Audio Special Purpose Feature Summary

• High-efficiency Class-DG operation with industry-leading quiescent power (e.g., 12.7mW at VPVDD = 12V)
• Wide input supply voltage range: 3.0V to 20V
• I2C interface for control and configuration
• I/V sense and brownout prevention engine
• Single-channel (mono) output
• 35-WFBGA (WLBGA) surface-mount package

Audio Special Purpose Applications

• Mobile phones and smartphones
• Tablets and portable media players
• Bluetooth speakers and wireless audio devices
• Any battery-powered application requiring high efficiency and small form factor

Audio Special Purpose Procurement Notes

Verify the specific supplier-device package dimensions against PCB footprint requirements. Confirm that the I2C address and register map align with the host controller's capabilities. Ensure the power supply rails remain stable between 3V and 20V during operation to maintain signal integrity and prevent brownout events.

Audio Special Purpose Selection Notes

Select this component when a high-efficiency, single-channel digital-input amplifier with integrated ADC functionality is required for space-constrained designs. The wide 3V-20V supply range allows flexibility in battery management systems. Verify thermal performance within the -40°C to +85°C range for the intended environment. Compare against other Maxim digital amplifiers if higher channel counts or different supply voltages are needed.

Audio Special Purpose Part Context

This part belongs to the Analog Devices/MAXIM audio special purpose category. It is distinct from evaluation kits like the MAX98396EVSYS# by being a standalone component in a WFBGA package. The product focuses on mid-to-high power amplification with digital interfaces, differing from analog-input counterparts in the same series.