MAX396EPI Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX396EPI is a 16:1 analog multiplexer/demultiplexer IC manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. This single-circuit switch device features 100Ohm on-state resistance and operates across a wide supply voltage range of 2.7V to 16V (single supply) or ±2.7V to 8V (dual supply). The component is mounted in a 28-DIP package suitable for through-hole applications.

The MAX396EPI is classified as obsolete. Locating equivalent or substitute parts is necessary to support legacy system maintenance, design continuity, and procurement requirements where original stock availability is limited or depleted.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit	16:1
Number of Circuits	1
On-State Resistance (Max)	100Ohm
Channel-to-Channel Matching (ΔRon)	1.8Ohm
Voltage - Supply, Single (V+)	2.7V ~ 16V
Voltage - Supply, Dual (V±)	±2.7V ~ 8V
Switch Time (Ton, Toff) (Max)	150ns, 150ns
Charge Injection	2pC
Channel Capacitance (CS(off), CD(off))	11pF, 80pF
Current - Leakage (IS(off)) (Max)	100pA
Crosstalk	-92dB @ 100kHz
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
Package / Case	28-DIP (0.600", 15.24mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MAX396EPI is determined by strict equivalence across the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Multiplexer configuration: 16:1 topology with single circuit
On-state resistance: 100Ohm maximum
Channel-to-channel matching: 1.8Ohm maximum
Supply voltage ranges: 2.7V to 16V (single) and ±2.7V to 8V (dual)
Switching performance: 150ns maximum for both Ton and Toff
Charge injection: 2pC
Channel capacitance specifications: 11pF (CS(off)) and 80pF (CD(off))
Leakage current: 100pA maximum
Crosstalk performance: -92dB @ 100kHz
Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C
Package form factor: 28-DIP through-hole mounting

Parts meeting all these criteria are classified as direct substitutes. Deviations in any parameter disqualify a part from this category.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	MAX396EPI (Main Part)	MAX396EPI+ (Substitute)
Manufacturer	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
Category	Interface	Interface
Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit	16:1	16:1
Number of Circuits	1	1
On-State Resistance (Max)	100Ohm	100Ohm
Channel-to-Channel Matching (ΔRon)	1.8Ohm	1.8Ohm
Voltage - Supply, Single (V+)	2.7V ~ 16V	2.7V ~ 16V
Voltage - Supply, Dual (V±)	±2.7V ~ 8V	±2.7V ~ 8V
Switch Time (Ton, Toff) (Max)	150ns, 150ns	150ns, 150ns
Charge Injection	2pC	2pC
Channel Capacitance (CS(off), CD(off))	11pF, 80pF	11pF, 80pF
Current - Leakage (IS(off)) (Max)	100pA	100pA
Crosstalk	-92dB @ 100kHz	-92dB @ 100kHz
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
Package / Case	28-DIP (0.600", 15.24mm)	28-DIP (0.600", 15.24mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Product Status	Obsolete	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MAX396EPI+ serves as the direct electrical and mechanical equivalent to the MAX396EPI. Both parts are manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated and share identical functional specifications across all switching, timing, and signal integrity parameters.

The primary distinction between these parts is product lifecycle status and regulatory compliance. The MAX396EPI is classified as obsolete, while the MAX396EPI+ maintains active product status. Additionally, the MAX396EPI+ achieves ROHS3 compliance, whereas the original MAX396EPI is RoHS non-compliant.

For new designs or system updates requiring regulatory compliance with modern environmental standards, the MAX396EPI+ is the appropriate selection. For legacy system maintenance where original specifications must be preserved, the MAX396EPI+ provides full electrical and mechanical compatibility while offering improved compliance posture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MAX396EPI+ be used as a direct replacement for MAX396EPI in existing designs?

A: Yes. The MAX396EPI+ is electrically and mechanically identical to the MAX396EPI. All functional parameters, including multiplexer configuration, on-state resistance, supply voltage ranges, switching times, and package form factor are equivalent. Direct substitution is possible without circuit modification.

Q: What is the difference between MAX396EPI and MAX396EPI+?

A: The parts are functionally identical. The primary differences are product status (MAX396EPI is obsolete; MAX396EPI+ is active) and regulatory compliance (MAX396EPI+ is ROHS3 compliant; MAX396EPI is RoHS non-compliant). The "+" designation indicates the active production variant.

Q: Are there any packaging differences between these parts?

A: Both parts use the same 28-DIP (0.600", 15.24mm) through-hole package. The only packaging distinction is that MAX396EPI+ is supplied in tube packaging, while the original MAX396EPI packaging type is not specified in the available data.

Q: What supply voltage configurations does the MAX396EPI support?

A: The MAX396EPI supports both single and dual supply configurations. Single supply operation ranges from 2.7V to 16V (V+). Dual supply operation ranges from ±2.7V to 8V (V±).

Q: Is the MAX396EPI suitable for high-speed switching applications?

A: The MAX396EPI is rated for maximum switch times of 150ns for both turn-on (Ton) and turn-off (Toff) transitions. This performance is appropriate for general-purpose analog switching and multiplexing applications within the specified operating parameters.

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