Maxim's new 3mm x 3mm analog switch saves board space and eliminates the need for software, as compared to discrete implementations.
SUNNYVALE, CA—December 3, 2009—Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX14550E, a Hi-Speed USB analog switch with a USB host-charger identification circuit to automatically detect portable devices. This device allows a host to charge portable devices even when the host is in standby and cannot enumerate USB devices. The MAX14550E supports the USB Battery Charging Specification Revision 1.0 with shorted D+/D- detection, as well as Apple
-compliant devices using a set resistor bias. Integrating this functionality within a single IC eliminates the need for multiple discrete components and minimizes software overhead. This low-cost solution is well suited for space-constrained notebooks and netbooks.
The MAX14550E features a high-performance, Hi-Speed USB switch with low 4pF (typ) on-capacitance and low 4Ω (typ) on-resistance. Operating over the -40°C to +85°C extended temperature range, the device is available in a 3mm x 3mm, 10-pin TDFN package. Prices start at $1.65 (1000-up, FOB USA).
Maxim Integrated Products is a publicly traded company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance semiconductor products. The Company was founded over 25 years ago with the mission to deliver innovative analog and mixed-signal engineering solutions that add value to its customers' products. To date, it has developed over 6200 products serving the industrial, communications, consumer, and computing markets.
Maxim reported revenue in excess of $1.6 billion for fiscal 2009. A Fortune 1000 company, Maxim is included in the Nasdaq 100, the Russell 1000, and the MSCI USA indices. For more information, go to www.maxim-ic.com.