MAX98357A:PCM Input Class D Audio Power Amplifiers

Supports I2S and 8-Channel TDM Data

The MAX98357A/MAX98357B are digital pulse-code modulation (PCM) input Class D power amplifiers that provide Class AB audio performance with Class D efficiency. These ICs offer five selectable gain settings (3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, and 15dB) in I2S/left-justified mode set by a single gain select input and a fixed 12dB gain in TDM mode. The digital audio interface is highly flexible with the MAX98357A supporting I2S data and the MAX98357B supporting left-justified data. Both ICs support 8 channel time division multiplexed (TDM) data. The digital audio interface accepts specified sample rates between 8kHz and 96kHz for all supported data formats. The ICs can be configured to produce a left channel, right channel, or (left/2 + right/2) output from the stereo input data. The ICs operate using 16/24/32-bit data for I2S and left-justified modes as well as 16-bit or 32-bit data using TDM mode. The ICs eliminate the need for the external MCLK signal that is typically used for PCM communication. This reduces EMI and possible board coupling issues in addition to reducing the size and pin count of the ICs. The ICs also feature a very high wideband jitter tolerance (12ns typ) on BCLK and LRCLK to provide robust operation. Active emissions-limiting, edge-rate limiting, and overshoot control circuitry greatly reduce EMI. A filterless spread-spectrum modulation scheme eliminates the need for output filtering found in traditional Class D devices and reduces the component count of the solution. The ICs are available in 9-pin WLP (1.345mm x 1.435mm x 0.64mm) and 16-pin TQFN (3mm x 3mm x 0.75mm) packages and are specified over the -40°C to +85°C temperature range.

Key Features
  • Single-Supply Operation (2.5V to 5.5V)
  • 3.2W Output Power into 4Ω at 5V
  • 2.4mA Quiescent Current
  • 92% Efficiency (RL = 8Ω, POUT = 1W)
  • 25µVRMS Output Noise (AV = 15dB)
  • Low 0.015% THD+N at 1kHz
  • No MCLK Required
  • Sample Rates of 8kHz to 96kHz
  • Supports Left, Right, or (Left/2 + Right/2) Output
  • Sophisticated Edge Rate Control Enables Filterless Class D Outputs
  • 77dB PSRR at 1kHz
  • Low RF Susceptibility Rejects TDMA Noise from GSM Radios
  • Extensive Click-and-Pop Reduction Circuitry
  • Robust Short-Circuit and Thermal Protection
  • Available in Space-Saving Packages: 1.345mm x 1.435mm WLP (0.4mm Pitch) and 3mm x 3mm TQFN
MAX98357A, MAX98357B: Functional Diagram
MAX98357A, MAX98357B: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Cellular Phones
  • Notebook and Netbook Computers
  • Tablets
DataSheet
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MAX98357A-MAX98357B Data SheetMAX98357A-MAX98357B.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberClassSpkr. Amp. VCC
(V)
Spkr. Amp. VCC
(V)
Spkr. Amp. ICC
(mA)
POUT into 4Ω @ 1% THD+N
(W)
POUT into 4Ω @ 10% THD+N
(W)
POUT into 8Ω @ 1% THD+N
(W)
POUT into 8Ω @ 10% THD+N
(W)
Spkr. Amp. Half Pwr. THD+N
(%)
SNR
(dB)
PSRR
(dB)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
minmaxtypminminminminA- WeightedminSee Notes
MAX98357BD2.55.52.52.53.21.41.80.01310577TQFN/16
WLP/9
$0.87 @1k
MAX98357ATQFN/16
WLP/9
Design kits & evaluation modules
Related Products
  • MAX98358:PDM Input Class D Audio Power Amplifier
  • MAX98357B:PCM Input Class D Audio Power Amplifiers
  • MAX98357A:PCM Input Class D Audio Power Amplifiers
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX98357AETE+ActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX98357AETE+TActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX98357AEWL+ActiveWLP,;9 pin;WLP;-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX98357AEWL+TActiveWLP,;9 pin;WLP;-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX98357AGTE/V+ActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +105°CLead Free
MAX98357AGTE/V+TActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +105°CLead Free
MAX98357A-MAX98357B.pdf MAX98357B
MAX98357A-MAX98357B.pdf MAX98357B