Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated

The MAX4762–MAX4764/MAX4764A/MAX4765 dual SPDT (single-pole/double-throw) switches feature negative signal capability that allows signals below ground to pass through without distortion. These analog switches operate from a single +1.8V to +5.5V supply and have low 0.6Ω on-resistance, making them ideal for switching audio signals.The MAX4763/MAX4765 include a comparator that can be used for headphone detection or a mute/send key function. The MAX4764/MAX4764A/MAX4765 have an internal shunt switch to automatically discharge any capacitance at the NO and NC connection points. This reduces click-and-pop sounds that occur when switching audio signals between precharged points.These SPDT switches are available in space-saving µMAX®, TDFN, thin QFN, and UCSP™ packages and operate over the -40°C to +85°C extended temperature range.ApplicationsCell PhonesMP3 PlayersNotebook ComputersPDAs and Other Handheld Devices

The MAX4766 is a programmable current-limit switch that uses a proprietary control topology to provide a ±10% accurate current limit. It operates from 2.25V to 4.5V input voltage.The current limit is resistor settable from 0.075A to 1.5A and features an adjustable soft-start function to control the output-voltage ramp rate, thereby limiting the inrush current. It also has an adjustable blanking time to accommodate various capacitive loads.If the load current is greater than the current-limit threshold, the current limiter handles the overcurrent situation in one of three ways depending on the option selected. It enters an autoretry mode (MAX4766A), latches off the switch (MAX4766B), or places the device in a continuous current-limit mode (MAX4766C). Additional safety features include thermal shutdown to prevent overheating and reverse-current blocking to prevent current from being driven back into the source.The MAX4766 is available in a tiny 8-pin 3mm x 3mm TDFN package and operates over the extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.ApplicationsCell PhonesNotebook ComputersPDAs and Palmtop DevicesSDIO Ports

The MAX4772/MAX4773 switches feature selectable internal current limiting to prevent damage to host devices due to faulty load conditions. The MAX4772/MAX4773 include a logic input to select a guaranteed 200mA or 500mA current limit, making them ideal for SDIO and other load-switching applications. These analog switches have a low 0.2Ω on-resistance and operate from a 2.0V to 4.5V input voltage range.When the switch is on and a load is connected to the port, a guaranteed blanking time of 14ms ensures that the transient voltage settles down. If, after this blanking time, the load current is greater than the current limit, the MAX4772 switch is turned off and issues an active-low FLAG to the microprocessor. The switch can be turned on again by cycling the power or the ON input.The MAX4773 has an autoretry feature where the switch turns off and issues an active-low FLAG to the microprocessor after the blanking time and then continuously checks to see if the overload condition is present. The switch remains on after the overload condition disappears and active-low FLAG deasserts.The MAX4772/MAX4773 are available in tiny space-saving 6-pin SOT23 and 6-pin TDFN (3mm x 3mm) packages.ApplicationsCell PhonesGlobal Positioning Systems (GPS)Handheld DevicesPDAs and Palmtop DevicesSDIO