
Maxim Integrated
General Description
The MAX6821–MAX6825 are low-voltage microprocessor (µP) supervisory circuits that combine voltage monitoring, watchdog timer, and manual reset input functions in a 5-pin SOT23 package. Microprocessor super visory circuits significantly improve system reliability and accuracy compared to separate ICs or discrete components. These devices assert a reset signal whenever the monitored voltage drops below its preset threshold, keeping it asserted for a minimum timeout period after VCC rises above the threshold. In addition, a watchdog timer monitors against code execution errors. A debounced manual reset is also available. The MAX6821–MAX6825 monitor voltages from +1.8V to +5.0V. These outputs are guaranteed to be in the correct state for VCC down to +1.0V.
FEATUREs
● Monitors +1.8V, +2.5V, +3.0V, +3.3V, +5.0V Supplies
● 140ms (min) Reset Timeout Delay
● 1.6s Watchdog Timeout Period (MAX6821/MAX6822/
MAX6823/MAX6824)
● Manual Reset Input (MAX6821/MAX6822/MAX6823/
MAX6825)
● Three Reset Output Options
Push-Pull RESET
Push-Pull RESET
Open-Drain RESET
● Guaranteed Reset Valid to VCC = +1.0V
● Immune to Short Negative VCC Transients
● No External Components
● Small 5-Pin SOT23 Packages
APPLICATIONs
● Set-Top Boxes
● Computers and Controllers
● Embedded Controllers
● Intelligent Instruments
● Critical µP Monitoring
● Portable/Battery Powered Equipment