MAX951–MAX954
Ultra-Low-Power, Single-Supply
Op Amp + Comparator + Reference
by the high-input-impedance op amp of a MAX951 (Figure
6). The comparator and resistor voltage divider set an
alarm threshold to indicate a fire.
Design and fabrication of the connection from the interme-
diate plate of the ionization chamber to the noninverting
input of the op amp is critical, since the impedance of this
node must be well above 50MΩ. This connection must be
as short and direct as possible to prevent charge leakage
and 60Hz interference. Where possible, the grounded
outer electrode or chassis of the ionization chamber
should shield this connection to reduce 60Hz interfer-
ence. Pay special attention to board cleaning, to prevent
leakage due to ionic compounds such as chlorides, flux,
and other contaminants from the manufacturing process.
Where applicable, a coating of high-purity wax may be
used to insulate this connection and prevent leakage due
to surface moisture or an accumulation of dirt.
Ordering Information
PART
TEMP RANGE
PIN-PACKAGE
MAX951C/D
0°C to +70°C
Dice*
MAX951EPA
-40°C to +85°C 8 Plastic Dip
MAX951ESA
-40°C to +85°C 8 SO
MAX951EUA
-40°C to +85°C 8 µMAX
MAX951MJA
-55°C to +125°C 8 CERDIP**
MAX952C/D
0°C to +70°C
Dice*
MAX952EPA
-40°C to +85°C 8 Plastic Dip
MAX952ESA
-40°C to +85°C 8 SO
MAX952EUA
-40°C to +85°C 8 µMAX
MAX952MJA
-55°C to +125°C 8 CERDIP**
MAX953C/D
0°C to +70°C
Dice*
MAX953EPA
-40°C to +85°C 8 Plastic Dip
MAX953ESA
-40°C to +85°C 8 SO
MAX953EUA
-40°C to +85°C 8 µMAX
MAX953MJA
-55°C to +125°C 8 CERDIP**
MAX954C/D
0°C to +70°C
Dice*
MAX954EPA
-40°C to +85°C 8 Plastic Dip
MAX954ESA
-40°C to +85°C 8 SO
MAX954EUA
-40°C to +85°C 8 µMAX
MAX954MJA
-55°C to +125°C 8 CERDIP**
*Dice are tested at TA = +25°C, DC parameters only.
**Contact factory for availability and processing to MIL-STD-883.
Chip Topography
AMPOUT
AMPIN-
AMPIN+
VDD
COMPOUT
0.084"
(2.134mm)
REF(COMPIN-)
VSS
0.058"
(1.473mm)
( ) ARE FOR MAX953/MAX954
COMPIN+
Chip Information
TRANSISTOR COUNT: 163
SUBSTRATE CONNECTED TO VDD
Typical Operating Circuit
0.1µF
INPUT
AMPIN+
3
2
1MΩ
R2
R1
8 VCC
MAX951
MAX952
15
6
REF 1.20V
4 VSS
COMPOUT
7
Package Information
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that a “+”, “#”, or “-” in the package code indicates RoHS status
only. Package drawings may show a different suffix character, but
the drawing pertains to the package regardless of RoHS status.
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