Offline and DC-DC PWM Controllers for High-Brightness LED Drivers The MAX16801AEUA+ is a high-efficiency, high-brightness LED (HB LED) driver from **MAXIM Integrated** (now part of Analog Devices).  

### **Key Specifications:**  
- **Manufacturer:** MAXIM Integrated (Analog Devices)  
- **Package:** 8-pin μMAX (MSOP)  
- **Input Voltage Range:** 6.5V to 40V  
- **Output Current:** Adjustable up to 1A  
- **Switching Frequency:** Adjustable (100kHz to 1MHz)  
- **Efficiency:** Up to 95%  
- **Dimming Control:** Analog/PWM dimming support  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** -40°C to +125°C  

### **Features:**  
- **Buck-Boost LED Driver:** Supports step-up (boost), step-down (buck), or buck-boost configurations.  
- **PWM Dimming:** Supports high-frequency PWM dimming for brightness control.  
- **Analog Dimming:** Adjustable via external control voltage.  
- **Thermal Foldback:** Protects LEDs from overheating.  
- **Open-LED Protection:** Detects and responds to LED faults.  
- **Low Dropout Operation:** Maintains regulation even when input voltage approaches output voltage.  
- **Integrated MOSFET Driver:** Simplifies external circuitry.  

### **Applications:**  
- Automotive LED lighting  
- Industrial lighting  
- Architectural lighting  
- Backlighting for displays  

This device is designed for high-reliability LED driving applications with flexible control options.

Offline and DC-DC PWM Controllers for High-Brightness LED Drivers