MAX6225BESA Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX6225BESA is a Series, Buried Zener Voltage Reference IC manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. This component provides a fixed 2.5V output with ±0.12% tolerance and is designed for precision voltage reference applications requiring low noise and stable performance across industrial temperature ranges. The part is currently classified as Obsolete, making identification of suitable substitutes essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

MAX6225BESA

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 6225MAX6225BESA Datasheet

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MAX6225BESA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 3878MAX6225BESA+ Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MAX6225BESA is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Reference Type: Series, Buried Zener
• Output Voltage: Fixed 2.5V
• Voltage Tolerance: ±0.12%
• Temperature Coefficient: 7 ppm/°C
• Noise Performance: 1.5 µVp-p (0.1Hz to 10Hz) and 1.3 µVrms (10Hz to 10kHz)
• Input Voltage Range: 8V ~ 36V
• Output Current Capability: 15 mA
• Package: 8-SOIC form factor
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C

The MAX6225BESA+ is identified as a direct substitute based on identical electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility. The primary distinction is product status and packaging format.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MAX6225BESA+ is the direct equivalent substitute for the MAX6225BESA. Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, ensuring functional compatibility in existing circuit designs. The MAX6225BESA+ is classified as Active product status, providing long-term availability and supply chain continuity compared to the Obsolete status of the original part.

The MAX6225BESA+ achieves ROHS3 compliance, whereas the MAX6225BESA is RoHS non-compliant. This distinction is significant for applications subject to regulatory requirements or procurement policies mandating RoHS compliance. Both parts carry REACH Unaffected status and EAR99 export classification.

Selection between these parts should be based on regulatory requirements, supply availability, and procurement specifications. The MAX6225BESA+ is the recommended choice for new designs and ongoing production due to its Active status and improved compliance posture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are MAX6225BESA and MAX6225BESA+ electrically identical?

A: Yes. Both parts provide identical voltage reference performance with 2.5V fixed output, ±0.12% tolerance, 7 ppm/°C temperature coefficient, and equivalent noise specifications across all frequency ranges.

Q: Can MAX6225BESA+ be used as a direct replacement for MAX6225BESA?

A: Yes. The parts are mechanically and electrically equivalent. Both use the 8-SOIC package with identical pinout and footprint, enabling direct PCB substitution without circuit modification.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference?

A: The MAX6225BESA is Obsolete, indicating discontinued manufacturing and limited future availability. The MAX6225BESA+ is Active, ensuring ongoing production and reliable supply chain access for current and future applications.

Q: Does RoHS compliance affect functional performance?

A: No. RoHS compliance relates to material composition and environmental standards, not electrical performance. Both parts deliver identical voltage reference specifications. The ROHS3 compliance of MAX6225BESA+ addresses regulatory and procurement requirements.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The primary packaging difference is format: MAX6225BESA is supplied in standard packaging, while MAX6225BESA+ is supplied in Tube packaging. Both maintain the same 8-SOIC component form factor and electrical specifications.

Q: What input voltage range is supported?

A: Both parts operate with input voltage from 8V to 36V, supporting a wide range of power supply configurations in industrial and commercial applications.