19-1621; Rev 2; 2/07 High-Efficiency Step-Up
Current Regulator for LEDs
Features The MAX1698 and MAX1698A are efficient drivers for
white or color LEDs. They are ideal for large LED backlit
displays in PDAs and laptop computers. Numerous
benefits include greater simplicity, lower cost, higher
efficiency, longer bulb life, and greater reliability when
compared to fluorescent (CCFL) and electroluminescent (EL) lamps. ♦ Over 90% Efficiency The MAX1698/MAX1698A are switch-mode boost controllers in which LED current, rather than output voltage,
is regulated The devices drive series-connected LEDs
with a controlled current that is measured with a typically 15Ω sense resistor, not an expensive fractional-ohm
value. LED current control and dimming are accomplished with an adjust input (ADJ). For larger light output, multiple LED banks can be connected in parallel
with up to 5W total output power.
The MAX1698A has a higher, and more accurately
specified, CS current limit than the MAX1698 for higherpower applications of 5W or more. Both devices are
supplied in a space-saving 10-pin µMAX package that
occupies half the space of an 8-pin SO. An evaluation
kit (MAX1698EVKIT) is available to speed designs. ♦ Up to 5W Output Power ♦ Lossless, Adjustable LED Brightness
♦ Space-Saving 10-Pin µMAX Package
♦ Simpler, Lower Cost, More Reliable Compared
to CCFL or EL Backlights Ordering Information
PART TEMP RANGE PINPACKAGE PKG
CODE MAX1698EUB -40°C to +85°C 10µMAX U10-2 MAX1698AEUB -40°C to +85°C 10µMAX U10-2 Pin Configuration
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