The MIC803-41D3VM3 is a voltage supervisor manufactured by Micrel, now part of Microchip Technology. It is designed to monitor the voltage level of a power supply and provide a reset signal to a microcontroller or other digital device when the voltage falls below a certain threshold. This ensures that the system starts up and operates correctly, preventing data corruption and other errors.
Applications:
- Microcontroller-based systems: Providing a reliable reset signal during power-up and brownout conditions.
- Embedded systems: Monitoring power supply voltage in various embedded applications.
- Industrial control equipment: Ensuring proper operation of industrial automation systems.
- Automotive electronics: Protecting sensitive electronic components in vehicles.
- Consumer electronics: Providing power-on reset functionality in various consumer devices.
Features:
- Precision voltage monitoring: Accurately monitors the power supply voltage.
- Adjustable reset timeout period: Allows the reset signal duration to be adjusted to meet specific system requirements.
- Open-drain output: Provides a flexible interface to microcontrollers and other digital devices.
- Low supply current: Minimizes power consumption.
- Small package: Saves board space in space-constrained applications.
- RoHS compliant: Meets environmental regulations.
Benefits:
- Enhanced system reliability: Prevents system malfunctions due to low voltage conditions.
- Improved data integrity: Protects against data corruption during power-up and brownout events.
- Simplified system design: Provides a simple and reliable solution for voltage monitoring and reset generation.
- Extended battery life: Low supply current minimizes power consumption in battery-powered applications.
- Cost-effective solution: Provides a cost-effective solution for voltage supervision.
Technical Specifications: The MIC803-41D3VM3 features a typical threshold voltage of 4.1V, a reset timeout period determined by an external capacitor, and a low supply current in the microampere range. The device is available in a small SOT-23 package. Consult the Microchip datasheet for more detailed specifications and application information.
