MAX5917BESE+

MAX5917BESE+ is an integrated hot swap controller integrated circuit that is specifically designed for surface mounted circuit boards. This device is an industry-leading specialized component used to control and monitor hot-swapping, power sequencing, and power distribution in server and communication systems. It is suitable for applications ranging from automobiles and consumer electronics to complex network deployments in associated industrial control systems.

The MAX5917BESE+ is a two-output controller that manages up to two power supplies with a wide input voltage range from 9V to 24V. This circuit uses MOSFETs to deliver up to 24A continuous current and 200A peak current to the connected system.

The MAX5917BESE+ temperature range encompasses a wide range of commercial and industrial environments making it highly versatile and ideal for a variety of applications. It has a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C which makes it suitable for both ambient and extreme temperatures.

The MAX5917BESE+ primarily uses charge pumps, current and voltage regulation, low voltage supplies and power switches. The device features an internal capacitor current source and a secondary MOSFET driver to regulate charge to continuously maintain the right amount of power to the connected system. Additionally, this controller also features selectable MOSFET currents, slew rates and current limit values to further regulate power levels.

The MAX5917BESE+ has two voltage outputs for two seperate power domains. It offers two on-chip voltage regulators, each capable of delivering up to 12A of continuous current, plus two dedicated inrush current limiters capable of supplying up to 20A of peak current for system start-up. This component also features a power good indicator to indicate when the system is operating at correct voltage levels, as well as an active current limit feature that immediately shuts down the output in the event of an overcurrent condition.

The MAX5917BESE+ also includes a number of additional features to make it an ideal candidate for hot-swappable applications. These features include an internal power-up/down sequence generator, an integrated circuit breaker, and an overvoltage Protection circuitry with programmable thresholds. All these features are designed to protect the connected system from disturbances in power delivery, reduce the need for external components and provide the highest levels of reliability.

In summary, MAX5917BESE+ is a hot swap controller IC that meets a variety of requirements in server, communication, and embedded applications. This component offers an expansive temperature range and a number of integrated protection features in order to protect expensive systems from power disturbances during power delivery. Additionally, its wide input voltage range and high current rating make it ideal for a variety of applications.