MAX6161BESA+ Voltage Reference from Maxim Integrated

The MAX6161BESA+ is a precision, low-dropout, micropower voltage reference from Maxim Integrated. This highly stable and accurate device is designed for portable and battery-powered applications where space is at a premium and power efficiency is crucial. It is also well-suited for precision data converters and regulators, providing a stable reference voltage for accurate conversions and stable power supply.

With its series mode design, the MAX6161BESA+ offers a fixed output voltage of 5V, with an impressive low dropout voltage, ensuring it maintains accurate output even with minimal input to output differential. The device's accuracy is further enhanced by its low temperature coefficient, making it reliable over a wide range of operating conditions.

The MAX6161BESA+ is characterized by its low supply current, which reduces power consumption and extends battery life in portable applications. It also features a low output noise, contributing to improved signal quality in sensitive analog circuits.

This voltage reference comes in a compact 8-pin NSOIC package, which is highly space-efficient and ideal for dense PCB layouts. Its small size does not compromise its performance, as it is capable of sourcing and sinking up to 5mA of output current, making it versatile for a broad range of applications.

For enhanced system reliability, the MAX6161BESA+ includes a force and sense connection that allows for remote voltage sensing, compensating for voltage drops due to PCB trace resistance. This ensures that the voltage at the load is accurately maintained at the desired level.

Key features of the MAX6161BESA+ include:

• Fixed 5V output voltage
• Low dropout voltage
• High accuracy and low temperature coefficient
• Low supply current for power efficiency
• Low output noise for sensitive applications
• Ability to source/sink up to 5mA
• Compact 8-pin NSOIC package
• Remote voltage force and sense connection

The MAX6161BESA+ is an ideal choice for engineers looking for a stable, accurate, and power-efficient voltage reference for their next design project.