Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated MAX20461 Automotive Step-Down Converters

Analog Devices Inc. MAX20461 Automotive High-Current Step-Down Converters combine a 3A high-efficiency, automotive-grade, step-down converter, a USB Type-C/BC1.2 host charger emulator, and high bandwidth USB protection switches for automotive USB 2.0 host applications. Additionally, the ADI MAX20461 includes a USB load current-sense amplifier and a configurable feedback adjustment circuit that provides automatic USB voltage compensation for voltage drops in captive cables often found in automotive applications. The Converters limit the USB load current using both a fixed internal peak-current threshold and a user-configurable external current-sense USB load threshold.

ADI MAX20461 Converters are optimized for high-frequency operation and include programmable frequency selection from 310kHz to 2.2MHz, allowing optimization of efficiency, noise, and board space based on the application requirements. The MAX20461 allows flexible configuration and advanced diagnostic options for both stand-alone and supervised applications.

The MAX20461 is housed in a small 5mm x 5mm 32-pin TQFN package and is designed to minimize required external components and layout area.

Features

  • One-chip Type-C solution directly from car battery to portable device
    • MAX20461: USB Type-C compliant DFP controller with VCONN protection
    • MAX20461A: USB Type-c compliant DFP controller
    • 1GHz Bandwidth USB 2.0 data switches
    • 4.5V to 28V Input (40V load dump), synchronous buck converter
    • 5V to 7V, 3A Output capability
  • Optimal USB charging and communication for portable devices
    • User-programmable voltage gain adjusts output for up to 474mΩ cable resistance
    • User-programmable USB current limit
    • Type-C cable orientation indicator for USB3 applications
    • Supports USB BC1.2 CDP and SDP modes
    • Compatible with USB on-the-go specification and Apple CarPlay®
  • Low-noise features prevent interference with AM band and portable devices
    • Fixed-frequency 310kHz to 2.2MHz operation
    • Fixed-PWM option at no load
    • Spread spectrum for EMI reduction
    • SYNC Input/output for frequency parking
  • Robust design keeps vehicle system and portable device safe in an automotive environment
    • Short-to-battery protection on VBUS, HVD± pins
    • CC1 and CC2 tolerant to 20V transients
    • Advanced diagnostics through I2C bus
    • ±25kV Air/±8kV contact ISO 10605 (330pF, 2kΩ)
    • ±15kV Air/±8kV contact ISO 10605 (330pF, 2kΩ)
    • ±15kV Air/±8kV contact ISO 10605 (330pF, 330Ω)
    • ±15kV Air/±8kV contact IEC 61000-4-2 (150pF, 330Ω)
    • Overtemperature protection, warning, and intelligent current foldback
    • -40°C to +125°C Operating temperature range

Applications

  • Automotive radio and navigation
  • USB port for host and hub applications
  • Automotive connectivity/telematics

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