MAX9979KCTK+D

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Overview

The MAX9979KCTK+D is a dual-channel pin electronics IC designed for automatic test equipment (ATE). It integrates driver, comparator, load, and parametric measurement unit (PMU) functions with 16-bit level-setting DACs. The device supports data rates up to 1.1Gbps at 1VP-P. Operating voltage ranges from -1.5V to +6.5V, with a programmable high-voltage output up to +13V. Power dissipation is typically 1.2W per channel. It features an SPI-compatible interface and is housed in a 68-pin TQFN package.

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Feature Summary

• Dual-channel integration of driver, comparator, active load, and PMU
• High-speed operation up to 1.1Gbps with low timing dispersion
• Integrated 16-bit level-setting CALDACs for each channel
• Programmable cable-droop compensation and slew-rate control

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Applications

• Memory ATE testers
• SOC ATE testers

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix KCTK+D against the manufacturer's current production status documentation. Confirm that the component meets RoHS compliance requirements as indicated by the plus sign in the part number. Ensure the ordering information matches the required temperature range and package specifications.

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring integrated pin electronics with high-speed signaling capabilities. Consider the 68-pin TQFN package dimensions and thermal resistance characteristics for PCB layout. Verify compatibility with the system's logic families for the differential control inputs and SPI interface.

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX9979 series of dual-channel pin electronics. The KCTK+D designation specifies the commercial temperature range (0°C to +70°C), the TQFN-EP-IDP package, and lead-free/RoHS compliance. It is manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated.

ADCs/DACs - Special Purpose Replacement Considerations

Consult official manufacturer documentation for confirmed substitute part numbers. Do not assume functional equivalence with other models in the family without verifying electrical parameters and pin configurations.