Description

The AX3001 is an electronic component model belonging to the IC Chips product category. It is a multichannel level translator designed for data transfer in a multivoltage system. The device allows for bidirectional level shifting without the need for a directional pin. It features an EN input that reduces the supply currents to less than 2µA when low. The AX3001 offers various guaranteed data rate options, including 230kbps, 4Mbps, and 20Mbps, depending on the specific model. It accepts VL voltages from +1.2V to +5.5V and VCC voltages from +1.65V to +5.5V, making it suitable for data transfer between low-voltage ASICs/PLDs and higher voltage systems. The AX3001 is available in 20-bump UCSP™, 20-pin TQFN (5mm x 5mm), and 20-pin TSSOP packages.

Specifications and features

- Bidirectional level translation without using a directional pin (MAX3000E/MAX3001E/MAX3002/MAX3003)

- Unidirectional level translation (MAX3004–MAX3012)

- Guaranteed data rate options: 230kbps (MAX3000E), 4Mbps (MAX3001E), and 20Mbps (MAX3002–MAX3012)

- Operation down to +1.2V on VL

- ±15kV ESD protection on I/O VCC lines (MAX3000E/MAX3001E)

- Ultra-low 0.1µA supply current in shutdown

- Low quiescent current (<10µA)

- Available in UCSP, TQFN, and TSSOP packages

Application Scenarios

The AX3001 is commonly used for the following applications:

• CMOS Logic-Level Translation
• Cellphones
• SPI™ and MICROWIRE™ Level Translation
• Low-Voltage ASIC Level Translation
• Smart Card Readers
• Cellphone Cradles
• Portable POS Systems
• Portable Communication Devices
• Low-Cost Serial Interfaces
• GPS
• Telecommunications Equipment

Comparison

- Allows bidirectional level shifting without a directional pin

- Supports various guaranteed data rate options

- Provides ESD protection on I/O VCC lines

- Has low power consumption with ultra-low supply current

- Compatible with multiple package types

- None identified