MAX392ESE+ Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX392ESE+ is a 4-circuit SPST-NO (Single Pole Single Throw - Normally Open) analog switch IC manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. This interface component operates with a maximum on-state resistance of 35Ohm and supports single supply voltages from 3V to 15V or dual supply voltages from ±3V to ±8V. The device is housed in a 16-SOIC surface mount package and is actively produced with ROHS3 compliance. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified based on matching circuit topology, package form factor, and electrical performance parameters within acceptable operational ranges.

Key Parameters

Parameter	MAX392ESE+ Specification
Switch Circuit Type	SPST - NO (Normally Open)
Number of Circuits	4
Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit	1:1
On-State Resistance (Max)	35Ohm
Channel-to-Channel Matching (ΔRon)	300mOhm
Voltage - Supply, Single (V+)	3V ~ 15V
Voltage - Supply, Dual (V±)	±3V ~ 8V
Switch Time (Ton, Toff) (Max)	130ns, 75ns
Charge Injection	2pC
Channel Capacitance (CS(off), CD(off))	9pF, 9pF
Current - Leakage (IS(off)) (Max)	100pA
Crosstalk	-85dB @ 1MHz
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
Package / Case	16-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MAX392ESE+ is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

Switch circuit topology (SPST-NO for direct equivalence)
Number of circuits (4 circuits required)
Multiplexer configuration (1:1 ratio)
Package form factor (16-SOIC surface mount)
On-state resistance compatibility (35Ohm nominal or lower for reduced insertion loss)
Supply voltage range overlap (minimum 3V single supply or ±3V dual supply capability)
Operating temperature range (minimum -40°C to 85°C)
RoHS3 compliance and MSL rating

Acceptable Variation Parameters:

On-state resistance up to 70Ohm (ADG442BRZ series) remains compatible for applications where insertion loss is not critical
Channel-to-channel matching tolerance variations
Switch timing parameters (Ton, Toff) within application-specific settling requirements
Charge injection and capacitance variations for non-precision signal routing applications

Non-Substitutable Alternatives:

ADG411BRZ exhibits SPST-NC (Normally Closed) topology, incompatible with SPST-NO circuit requirements
ADG1312YRZ-REEL7 specifies 200Ohm on-state resistance, exceeding typical insertion loss budgets for the MAX392ESE+
ALD4202MSCL operates at reduced temperature range (0°C ~ 70°C) and lower supply voltage ceiling (±1.5V ~ 6V dual supply)
DG455EY-T1-E3 exhibits significantly higher on-state resistance (5.3Ohm) and charge injection (22pC), suitable only for high-voltage, low-impedance switching applications

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	MAX392ESE+	ADG442BRZ	ADG442BRZ-REEL	ALD4202MSCL	DG455EY-T1-E3
Switch Circuit	SPST - NO	SPST - NO	SPST - NO	SPST - NO	SPST - NO
Number of Circuits	4	4	4	4	4
On-State Resistance (Max)	35Ohm	70Ohm	70Ohm	135Ohm	5.3Ohm
Voltage - Supply, Single (V+)	3V ~ 15V	12V	12V	3V ~ 12V	12V ~ 36V
Voltage - Supply, Dual (V±)	±3V ~ 8V	±15V	±15V	±1.5V ~ 6V	±5V ~ 15V
Switch Time Ton (Max)	130ns	110ns	110ns	240ns	118ns
Switch Time Toff (Max)	75ns	60ns	60ns	130ns	97ns
Charge Injection	2pC	1pC	1pC	1pC	22pC
Channel Capacitance (CS(off), CD(off))	9pF, 9pF	4pF, 4pF	4pF, 4pF	3pF, 3pF	31pF, 34pF
Current - Leakage (IS(off)) (Max)	100pA	500pA	500pA	100pA	500pA
Crosstalk	-85dB @ 1MHz	-100dB @ 1MHz	-100dB @ 1MHz	-90dB @ 100kHz	-85dB @ 1MHz
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	0°C ~ 70°C	-40°C ~ 125°C
Package / Case	16-SOIC	16-SOIC	16-SOIC	16-SOIC	16-SOIC
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Equivalent (Identical Electrical Performance): MAX392ESE+ remains the primary selection when 35Ohm on-state resistance and ±3V to ±8V dual supply operation are required. This part maintains active production status with full ROHS3 compliance and MSL Level 1 rating.

Compatible Substitutes (Acceptable Parameter Variance):

ADG442BRZ and ADG442BRZ-REEL are functionally compatible substitutes when applications tolerate doubled on-state resistance (70Ohm maximum). Both variants maintain SPST-NO topology, 4-circuit configuration, and 16-SOIC packaging. The ADG442BRZ-REEL variant offers higher inventory availability (17,935 units) in Cut Tape and Digi-Reel packaging format. Supply voltage requirements shift to fixed 12V single supply or ±15V dual supply, restricting use in low-voltage applications below 12V.

Limited Compatibility (Conditional Substitution):

ALD4202MSCL from Advanced Linear Devices Inc. provides SPST-NO switching with 4 circuits in 16-SOIC packaging but exhibits restricted operating temperature range (0°C to 70°C) and reduced dual supply ceiling (±1.5V to ±6V). This part is suitable only for commercial-grade applications operating within 0°C to 70°C ambient conditions.

DG455EY-T1-E3 from Vishay Siliconix offers superior on-state resistance (5.3Ohm) and extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C) but introduces significantly higher charge injection (22pC) and channel capacitance (31pF, 34pF). This device is appropriate for high-voltage switching applications (12V to 36V single supply) where low insertion loss and wide temperature operation are prioritized over precision analog signal routing.

Non-Compatible Alternatives:

ADG411BRZ exhibits SPST-NC (Normally Closed) circuit topology and is not interchangeable with the MAX392ESE+ SPST-NO requirement.

ADG1312YRZ-REEL7 specifies 200Ohm on-state resistance, exceeding acceptable insertion loss parameters for most MAX392ESE+ applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ADG442BRZ replace MAX392ESE+ in all applications?

A: ADG442BRZ is compatible when on-state resistance doubling (70Ohm vs. 35Ohm) does not impact circuit performance and when supply voltage requirements match the fixed 12V single supply or ±15V dual supply specification. Applications requiring 3V to 15V single supply flexibility or ±3V to ±8V dual supply operation must use MAX392ESE+ or equivalent parts with matching voltage ranges.

Q: What is the primary difference between ADG442BRZ and ADG442BRZ-REEL?

A: Both parts are electrically identical with matching electrical specifications. The difference is packaging format: ADG442BRZ is supplied in Tube packaging, while ADG442BRZ-REEL is supplied in Cut Tape and Digi-Reel format. Selection depends on assembly process requirements and inventory management preferences.

Q: Why is ADG411BRZ listed as a substitute but marked incompatible?

A: ADG411BRZ is listed in the manufacturer's substitute cross-reference but exhibits SPST-NC (Normally Closed) topology versus the MAX392ESE+ SPST-NO (Normally Open) topology. Circuit behavior is inverted, making direct substitution impossible without circuit redesign.

Q: Can DG455EY-T1-E3 be used in place of MAX392ESE+ for low-voltage applications?

A: No. DG455EY-T1-E3 requires minimum 12V single supply or ±5V dual supply operation. The MAX392ESE+ operates at 3V single supply or ±3V dual supply, making DG455EY-T1-E3 unsuitable for low-voltage circuit designs.

Q: Is ALD4202MSCL suitable for industrial temperature range applications?

A: No. ALD4202MSCL operates within 0°C to 70°C ambient temperature range, restricting use to commercial-grade applications. Industrial and extended temperature applications requiring -40°C to 85°C operation must use MAX392ESE+, ADG442BRZ, or DG455EY-T1-E3.

Q: What packaging considerations apply when substituting MAX392ESE+ with alternative parts?

A: All listed substitute parts maintain 16-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm width) surface mount packaging, ensuring PCB footprint compatibility. Packaging format differences (Tube, Cut Tape, Digi-Reel, Tape & Reel) affect supply chain logistics and assembly process integration but do not impact electrical performance or physical mounting.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, meeting environmental and reliability standards equivalent to MAX392ESE+.

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