Maxim Integrated MAX9013ESA+ Dual Comparator

The MAX9013ESA+ is a high-performance dual comparator from Maxim Integrated, designed to offer fast response times and low power consumption in a wide range of applications. This precision device is ideal for use in battery-powered systems, control systems, and any application requiring a reliable comparison of signals.

Constructed with Maxim's proprietary process, the MAX9013ESA+ features two independent comparator circuits in a single package, providing flexibility and saving space on your PCB. This component operates from a single +4.5V to +5.5V supply, or can be configured for a dual supply operation, making it versatile for various circuit designs.

The MAX9013ESA+ boasts a typical response time of just 4.5 microseconds, ensuring quick and accurate signal processing. This swift response is coupled with a low supply current of typically 150µA per comparator, which is beneficial for power-sensitive applications.

The device comes in a compact 8-pin NSOIC package, which is suitable for space-constrained applications. The small footprint allows designers to incorporate the component into their designs without significantly impacting the overall size of their system.

Key features of the MAX9013ESA+ include:

• Wide operating voltage range: +4.5V to +5.5V single supply or ±1.35V to ±2.75V dual supply
• Low supply current: 150µA per comparator (typical)
• Fast propagation delay: 4.5µs (typical)
• Input voltage range includes the negative rail
• Internal hysteresis ensures clean switching
• Output stage can sink or source current
• Available in a small 8-pin NSOIC package

The MAX9013ESA+ is designed to interface seamlessly with TTL and CMOS logic, and its outputs can sink or source current, which allows direct interfacing with a variety of loads. Whether you are designing a simple threshold detector or a complex system requiring multiple comparisons, the MAX9013ESA+ provides a reliable solution that combines performance with power efficiency.

For engineers and designers looking for a dependable and efficient dual comparator, the MAX9013ESA+ from Maxim Integrated is an excellent choice that balances speed, power consumption, and footprint.