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MAX638BCPA

Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices)

0℃~+70℃ 1 135uA 2.2V~16.5V 525mA 5V 65kHz Adjustable and Fixed Buck Built-in Dynamic voltage scaling No Step-down type PDIP-8 DC-DC Converters

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DatasheetJLCPCBLCSCmaxim/MAX638BCPA
Category
DC DC Converters
Package
PDIP-8
Pins
5

Overview

The MAX638BCPA is a DC DC Converter made by Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) in a PDIP-8 package with 8 pins. 0℃~+70℃ 1 135uA 2.2V~16.5V 525mA 5V 65kHz Adjustable and Fixed Buck Built-in Dynamic voltage scaling No Step-down type PDIP-8 DC-DC Converters.

PCBKit's library has its KiCad symbol (EasyEDA_Cloud:MAX638BEPA, from EasyEDA) and its footprint (Package_DIP:DIP-8_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPads, from KiCad's library), ready for a KiCad board. JLCPCB lists it (part C3751114).

Symbol

VOUT1LBO2LBI3GND4LX5+VS6VFB7COMP8
EasyEDA_Cloud:MAX638BEPAFrom EasyEDA

Footprint

12345678
Package_DIP:DIP-8_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPadsFrom KiCad's library

Parameters

13
Features
Dynamic voltage scaling
Frequency - Switching
65kHz
Function
Step-down type
Number of Outputs
1
Operating Temperature
0℃~+70℃
Output Current
525mA
Output Type
Adjustable and Fixed
Output Voltage
5V
Quiescent Current
135uA
Switch tube (built-in/external)
Built-in
Synchronous Rectifier
No
Topology
Buck
Voltage - Supply
2.2V~16.5V

Order codes

1

Pinout

8
The pins of the MAX638BCPA
PinNameType
1VOUTUnspecified
2LBOUnspecified
3LBIUnspecified
4GNDUnspecified
5LXUnspecified
6+VSUnspecified
7VFBUnspecified
8COMPUnspecified

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Questions

Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the MAX638BCPA?

Yes. The symbol is EasyEDA_Cloud:MAX638BEPA and the footprint Package_DIP:DIP-8_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPads, both drawn on this page. PCBKit places them on a board for you when you design with it.

What package is the MAX638BCPA?

PDIP-8, with 8 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.

Where is the MAX638BCPA datasheet?

Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) publishes it: the Datasheet link on this page opens it.

Where can I order the MAX638BCPA?

JLCPCB lists it as part C3751114, with 0 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.

What can replace the MAX638BCPA?

Parts like it in the library: the MAX738AEPA+ by Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices), the LT1173CN8#PBF by Analog Devices, the LT1108CN8-5#PBF by Analog Devices and the LT1109CN8-5#PBF by Analog Devices. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.

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