Product Summary

The MAX6971AUG serial-interfaced LED driver provides 16 open-drain, constant-current-sinking LED driver outputs rated at 36V. The MAX6971AUG operates from a 3V to 5.5V supply. Applicatons of the MAX6971AUG include: Variable Message Signs, Marquee Displays, Point-of-Order Signs, Traffic Signs, Gaming Features and Architectural Lighting.

Parametrics

MAX6971AUG absolute maximum ratings: (1)Voltage with respect to GND, V+: -0.3V to +6V, OUT: -0.3V to 40V; (2)DIN, CLK, LE, OE, SET: -0.3V to (V+ +0.3V) ; (3)DOUT Current: ±10mA; (4)OUT_ Sink Current: 60mA; (5)Total GND Current: 960mA; (6)Continuous Power Dissipation (TA=+70°C) : 975mW; (7)Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +125°C; (8)Junction Temperature: +150°C; (9)Storage Temperature Range: -65 to +150°C; (10)Lead Temperature (soldering, 10s) : +300°C.

Features

MAX6971AUG features: (1)25Mb, Industry-Standard, 4-Wire Serial Interface; (2)3V to 5.5V Logic Supply; (3)16 Constant-Current LED Outputs Rated at 36V; (4)Up to 55mA Continuous Current per Output; (5)Output Current Programmed by Single Resistor; (6)3% Current Matching Between Outputs; (7)6% Current Matching Between ICs; (8)High-Dissipation, 24-Pin Packages; (9)-40 to +125°C output 16 clock cycles later to allow cascading of multi- -40°C to +125°C Temperature Range.

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MAX6971AUG Pin Configuration

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