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General Description
The MAX8625A PWM step-up/down regulator is intend-
ed to power digital logic, hard disk drives, motors, and
other loads in portable, battery-powered devices such
as PDAs, cell phones, digital still cameras (DSCs), and
MP3 players. The MAX8625A provides either a fixed
3.3V or adjustable output voltage (1.25V to 4V) at up to
0.8A from a 2.5V to 5.5V input. The MAX8625A utilizes
a 2A peak current limit.
Maxim’s proprietary H-bridge topology provides a
seamless transition through all operating modes without
the glitches commonly seen with other devices. Four
internal MOSFETs (two switches and two synchronous
rectifiers) with internal compensation minimize external
components. A
SKIP input selects a low-noise, fixed-
frequency PWM mode, or a high-efficiency skip mode
where the converter automatically switches to PFM
mode under light loads for best light-load efficiency.
The internal oscillator operates at 1MHz to allow for a
small external inductor and capacitors.
The MAX8625A features current-limit circuitry that shuts
down the IC in the event of an output overload. In addi-
tion, soft-start circuitry reduces inrush current during
startup. The IC also features True Shutdown
TM, which
disconnects the output from the input when the IC is
disabled. The MAX8625A is available in a 3mm x 3mm,
14-pin TDFN package.
Applications
PDAs and Smartphones
DSCs and Camcorders
MP3 Players and Cellular Phones
Battery-Powered Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Features
 Four Internal MOSFET True H-Bridge Buck/Boost
 Glitch-Free, Buck-Boost Transitions
 Minimal Output Ripple Variation on Transitions
 Up to 92% Efficiency
 37A (typ) Quiescent Current in Skip Mode
 2.5V to 5.5V Input Range
 Fixed 3.3V or Adjustable Output
 1A (max) Logic-Controlled Shutdown
 True Shutdown
 Output Overload Protection
 Internal Compensation
 Internal Soft-Start
 1MHz Switching Frequency
 Thermal-Overload Protection
 Small 3mm x 3mm, 14-Pin TDFN Package
MAX8625A
High-Efficiency, Seamless Transition,
Step-Up/Down DC-DC Converter
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Ordering Information
MAX8625A
SKIP
IN
GND
FB
OUT
LX1
LX2
ON
INPUT
2.7V TO 5.5V
OUTPUT
3.3V
OFF
ON
PWM
SKIP
REF
Typical Operating Circuit
19-1006; Rev 4; 4/09
True Shutdown is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
EVALUATION
KIT
AVAILABLE
Note: The device is specified over the -40°C to +85°C extended
temperature range.
+
Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
**
EP = Exposed pad.
PART
PIN-
PACKAGE
TOP MARK
MAX8625AETD+
14 TDFN-EP**
ABQ
MAX8625A
TDFN-EP
TOP VIEW
24
5
13
11
10
IN
GND
OUT
LX1
LX2
ON
1
+
14
IN
LX1
3
12
GND
LX2
6
9
OUT
SKIP
7
8
REF
FB
EP
EP = EXPOSED PAD.
Pin Configuration