MAX4429MJA/883B Analog Devices Integrated Circuit (Ceramic Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The MAX4429MJA/883B is a high-speed, non-inverting single MOSFET gate driver capable of sourcing and sinking 6 A peak gate current for fast switching in power conversion circuits. Supplied in a military-grade 8-pin ceramic DIP package, it is qualified to MIL-883B and suited for aerospace, defense, and high-reliability industrial power electronics.
- Manufacturer
- Analog Devices
- Package
- Ceramic Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MAX4429MJA/883B Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 6 A peak source and sink gate drive current for ultra-fast MOSFET switching
- Non-inverting single-channel driver with standard input and output characteristics
- Military-grade 8-pin ceramic DIP (CERDIP) package for high-reliability applications
- MIL-883B qualification for aerospace and defense power systems
- Minimizes MOSFET switching losses with rapid gate charge delivery
- Compatible with standard CMOS and TTL logic input levels
Applications
The MAX4429MJA/883B is used in high-reliability power conversion systems such as military DC-DC converters, aerospace inverters, and space-qualified motor drives where ceramic packaging and MIL-883B screening are mandatory. Its 6 A peak drive capability allows fast switching of high-gate-charge MOSFETs, reducing switching losses in hard-switched buck and boost stages. It also suits ruggedized industrial motor controllers and avionics power modules operating in wide temperature ranges and high-vibration environments.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | 8-CERDIP-300_MIL |
| Date Of Intro | 1992-11-01 |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| High Side Driver | NO |
| Input Characteristics | STANDARD |
| Interface IC Type | BUFFER OR INVERTER BASED MOSFET DRIVER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-GDIP-T8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e0 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Output Characteristics | STANDARD |
| Output Peak Current Limit-Nom | 6A |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | CERAMIC, GLASS-SEALED |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | MIL-STD-883 Class B |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 18V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Temperature Grade | MILITARY |
| Terminal Finish | Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Turn-off Time | 0.1 µs |
| Turn-on Time | 0.1 µs |
| Package | Ceramic Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
| Country of Origin | Japan, Mainland China, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MAX4429MJA/883B:
Frequently Asked Questions
How much gate charge can MAX4429MJA/883B deliver, and why does this matter for high-frequency converters?
The MAX4429MJA/883B provides up to 6 A peak gate drive current, enabling it to fully charge a MOSFET gate with 50 nC or more in under 10 ns. Faster gate transitions directly reduce switching energy loss and allow operation at switching frequencies above 500 kHz in synchronous buck and boost converters, where gate driver speed is a key efficiency limiter.
What does MIL-883B qualification mean for procurement teams specifying MAX4429MJA/883B in defense systems?
MIL-883B qualification means each MAX4429MJA/883B unit undergoes stringent electrical testing, burn-in, and environmental screening per US military standard 883, ensuring high reliability over temperature ranges from -55°C to +125°C. Procurement teams benefit from lot traceability and date-code documentation, which are mandatory for avionics and missile guidance power supply boards under DO-254 or MIL-HDBK-516C compliance.
For a non-inverting gate drive topology, when is MAX4429MJA/883B preferred over a half-bridge driver like MAX4427?
MAX4429MJA/883B is preferred when a single low-side or single-channel non-inverting drive with 6 A capability is required, such as driving a single synchronous rectifier MOSFET or an isolated gate transformer primary. MAX4427 suits complementary half-bridge topologies needing two 3 A channels; choosing the single-channel MAX4429 avoids unused circuitry and simplifies layout in single-switch flyback or boost converters.
Does the ceramic DIP package of MAX4429MJA/883B affect thermal management compared to plastic SOIC alternatives?
Yes. The 8-pin ceramic DIP (CERDIP-300) package of MAX4429MJA/883B offers better thermal conductivity than plastic SOIC, with a thermal resistance approximately 25°C/W junction-to-case for the hermetically sealed ceramic body. This is critical in military environments where epoxy-sealed plastic packages can delaminate under thermal cycling from -55°C to +125°C, causing early failure.
Can MAX4429MJA/883B directly replace MAX4429ESA in a commercial PCB that is being upgraded to mil-spec?
Not directly — MAX4429MJA/883B uses an 8-pin ceramic DIP (CERDIP-300) with a 300 mil body and through-hole pins, while MAX4429ESA uses an 8-pin SOIC surface-mount package. The pin assignments are compatible, but a PCB redesign from SMT to through-hole is required. The mil-spec variant does provide the same non-inverting 6 A drive function and 5 V to 15 V operating range.
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