Rainbow Electronics MAX16803 User Manual
General description, Applications, Features

General Description
The MAX16803 current regulator operates from a 6.5V
to 40V input-voltage range and delivers up to a total of
350mA to one or more strings of high-brightness LEDs
(HB LEDs). The output current of the MAX16803 is
adjusted by using an external current-sense resistor in
series with the LEDs. A dimming input allows wide-
range “pulsed” PWM operation. Wave-shaping circuitry
reduces EMI. The differential current-sense input
increases noise immunity. The MAX16803 is well suited
for applications requiring high-voltage input and is able
to withstand automotive load-dump events up to 40V.
An on-board pass element minimizes external compo-
nents while providing ±3.5% output-current accuracy.
Additional features include a 5V regulated output and
short-circuit and thermal protection.
The MAX16803 is available in a thermally enhanced,
5mm x 5mm, 16-pin TQFN package and is specified
over the automotive -40°C to +125°C temperature range.
Applications
Automotive Interior: Map, Courtesy, and Cluster
Lighting
Automotive Exterior: Rear Combination Lights (RCLs)
Emergency Vehicle Warning Lights
Navigation and Marine Indicators
General Lighting
Signage, Gasoline Canopies, Beacons
Features
♦ +6.5V to +40V Operating Range
♦ Adjustable LED Current (35mA to 350mA)
♦ ±3.5% LED Current Accuracy
♦ High-Voltage DIM Pin for Dimming Interface
♦ Integrated Pass Element with Low-Dropout
Voltage (0.5V typ)
♦ +5V Regulated Output with 4mA Source
Capability
♦ Parallel Operation for LED Current > 350mA
♦ Differential LED Current Sense
♦ Low Shutdown Supply Current (12
µ
A typ)
♦ Low 204mV Current-Sense Reference Reduces
Power Losses
♦ Wave-Shaped Edges Reduce Radiated EMI During
PWM Dimming
♦ Thermal Shutdown
♦ Output Short-Circuit Protection
♦ Available in Small, Thermally Enhanced,
5mm x 5mm, 16-Pin TQFN Package
♦ -40°C to +125°C Operating Temperature Range
MAX16803
High-Voltage, 350mA, High-Brightness LED
Driver with PWM Dimming and 5V Regulator
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1
15
16
+
14
13
6
5
7
IN
N.C.
8
OUT
V5
CS+
GND
1
2
N.C.
4
12
11
9
EN
OUT
N.C.
N.C.
N.C.
N.C.
MAX16803
IN
CS-
3
10
DIM
TQFN
TOP VIEW
Pin Configuration
Ordering Information
MAX16803
IN
OUT
V5
LEDs
R
SENSE
0.1µF
+6.5V TO +40V
+5V REG
CS+
0.1µF
CS-
DIM
PWM DIMMING
GND
EN
Simplified Diagram
19-0532; Rev 0; 5/06
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim/Dallas Direct! at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
+Denotes lead-free package.
*EP = Exposed pad.
PART
TEMP RANGE
PIN-
PACKAGE
PKG
CODE
MAX16803ATE+
-40°C to +125°C
16 TQFN-EP*
T1655-3