MAX16818:1.5MHz, 30A High-Efficiency LED Driver with Rapid LED Current Pulsing

First High-Efficiency, High-Power LED Driver that Enables Rapid Transient Response, Accurate LED Current Regulation, PWM and Analog Dimming

The MAX16818 pulse-width modulation (PWM) LED driver controller provides high-output-current capability in a compact package with a minimum number of external components. The MAX16818 is suitable for use in synchronous and nonsynchronous step-down (buck) topologies, as well as in boost, buck-boost, SEPIC, and Cuk LED drivers. The MAX16818 is the first LED driver controller that enables Maxim's technology for fast LED current transients of up to 20A/µs and 30kHz dimming frequency. This device utilizes average-current-mode control that enables optimal use of MOSFETs with optimal charge and on-resistance characteristics. This results in the minimized need for external heatsinking even when delivering up to 30A of LED current. True differential sensing enables accurate control of the LED current. A wide dimming range is easily implemented to accommodate an external PWM signal. An internal regulator enables operation over a wide input voltage range: 4.75V to 5.5V or 7V to 28V and above with a simple external biasing device. The wide switching frequency range, up to 1.5MHz, allows for the use of small inductors and capacitors. The MAX16818 features a clock output with 180° phase delay to control a second out-of-phase LED driver to reduce input and output filter capacitors size or to minimize ripple currents. The MAX16818 offers programmable hiccup, overvoltage, and overtemperature protection. The MAX16818ETE+ is rated for the extended temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) and the MAX16818ATE+ is rated for the automotive temperature range (-40°C to +125°C). This LED driver controller is available in a lead-free, 0.8mm high, 5mm x 5mm 28-pin TQFN package with an exposed pad.

Key Features
  • Flexible Architecture Supports a Range of LED LIghting Applications with Minimal Component Count
    • Up to 30A Output Current
    • 4.75V to 5.5V or 7V to 28V Input Voltage Range
    • Average-Current-Mode Control
    • True-Differential Remote-Sense Input
  • Frequency Management Reduces EMI and Interference with Other System Clocks
    • Programmable Switching Frequency or External Synchronization from 125kHz to 1.5MHz
    • Clock Output for 180° Out-of-Phase Operation
  • Integrated Protection Features and Thermally Enhanced Package Improve System Reliability
    • Output Overvoltage and Hiccup-Mode Overcurrent Protection
    • Thermal Shutdown
    • Thermally Enhanced 28-Pin TQFN Package
MAX16818: Simplified Diagram
MAX16818: Simplified Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Front Projectors/Rear Projection TVs
  • LCD TVs and Display Backlight
  • Portable and Pocket Projectors
DataSheet
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MAX16818 Data SheetMAX16818.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberRegulation TopologyMax. No. of LEDsLED ChannelsLED ConfigurationILED per Channel
(A)
PWM Dimming Freq.
(kHz)
Dimming RatioDimming ControlVDROPOUT
(mV)
VCURR_SENSE
(mV)
POUT
(W)
VIN
(V)
VIN
(V)
ICC
(mA)
LED String Volt.
(V)
Oper. Freq.
(kHz)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
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MAX16818Inductor Based61Series30301000PWM300273007285.51001500TQFN/28$2.87 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX16818ATI+ActiveMAX16833TQFN,;28 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +125°CLead Free
MAX16818ATI+TActiveTQFN,;28 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +125°CLead Free
MAX16818ETI+ActiveTQFN,;28 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX16818ETI+TActiveTQFN,;28 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
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