MAX14591:High-Speed, Open-Drain Capable Logic-Level Translator

Dual-Channel Bidirectional Logic-Level Translator Is Optimized for I²C and MDIO Buses

The MAX14591 is a dual-channel, bidirectional logic-level translator with the level shifting necessary to allow data transfer in a multivoltage system. Externally applied voltages, VCC and VL, set the logic levels on either side of the device. A logic signal present on the VL side of the device appears as the same logic signal on the VCC side of the device, and vice-versa. The device is optimized for the I²C bus as well as the management data input/output (MDIO) bus where often high-speed, open-drain operation is required. When TS-bar is high, the device allows the pullup to be connected to the I/O port that has the power. This allows continuous I²C operation on the powered side without any disruption while the level translation function is off. The part is specified over the extended -40°C to +85°C temperature range, and is available in 8-bump WLP and 8-pin TDFN packages.

Key Features
  • Meets Industry Standards
    • I²C Requirements for Standard, Fast, and High Speeds*
    • MDIO Open Drain Above 4MHz*
  • Allows Greater Design Flexibility
    • Down to 0.9V Operation on VL Side
    • Supports Above 8MHz Push-Pull Operation
  • Offers Low Power Consumption
    • 23µA (typ) VCC Supply Current
    • 0.5µA (typ) VL Supply Current
  • Provides High Level of Integration
    • Pullup Resistor Enabled with One Side Power Supply when TS-bar Is High
    • 12kΩ (max) Internal Pullup
    • Low Transmission Gate RON: 17Ω (max)
  • Saves Space
    • 8-Bump, 0.4mm pitch, 0.8mm x 1.6mm WLP Package
    • 8-Pin, 2mm x 2mm TDFN Package
MAX14591: Typical Operating Circuit
MAX14591: Typical Operating Circuit
Applications/Uses
  • Devices with I²C Communication
  • Devices with MDIO Communication
  • General Logic-Level Translation
DataSheet
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MAX14591 Data SheetMAX14591.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberLevel Transl.VL
(V)
VCC
(V)
Data Rate
(Mbps)
I/O VCC StateI/O VL StateICC
(µA)
VL
(µA)
ICC (Shutdown)
(µA)
IL (Shutdown)
(µA)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
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MAX1459120.9 to 5.51.65 to 5.516High ImpedanceHigh Impedance4762.21TDFN/8
WLP/8
$0.98 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
  • MAX14595:High-Speed, Open-Drain Capable Logic-Level Translator
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX14591ETA+ActiveTDFN,;8 pin;4.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX14591ETA+TActiveTDFN,;8 pin;4.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX14591EWA+Last Time BuyWLP,;8 pin;WLP;-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX14591EWA+TLast Time BuyWLP,;8 pin;WLP;-40°C to +85°CLead Free
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