MAX6338OUB Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX6338OUB is a multi-voltage supervisor IC designed for power management applications, monitoring four voltage channels with open drain or open collector output configuration. This device is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of functionally equivalent alternatives for ongoing system support and new designs. The MAX6338OUB operates across an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 85°C and is packaged in a 10-TFSOP/10-MSOP surface mount configuration.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
Category	Power Management (PMIC)
Type	Multi-Voltage Supervisor
Number of Voltages Monitored	4
Output Configuration	Open Drain or Open Collector
Reset Logic	Active Low
Reset Timeout	<1ms Minimum
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 85°C (TA)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Package / Case	10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MAX6338OUB is determined by the following critical parameters:

Functional Type: Multi-voltage supervisor with 4-channel monitoring capability
Output Type: Open drain or open collector configuration
Reset Behavior: Active low reset with <1ms minimum timeout
Package Compatibility: 10-TFSOP/10-MSOP surface mount form factor
Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C operating specification
Voltage Threshold Monitoring: Ability to monitor multiple voltage rails with adjustable and fixed thresholds

The MAX6338OUB+ qualifies as a direct substitute based on matching functional architecture, output configuration, reset characteristics, package form factor, and operating temperature range. Voltage threshold values differ between the main part and substitute; however, both devices support adjustable threshold configuration, maintaining functional equivalence for multi-voltage supervision applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	MAX6338OUB	MAX6338OUB+	Compatibility
Manufacturer	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	Identical
Type	Multi-Voltage Supervisor	Multi-Voltage Supervisor	Identical
Number of Voltages Monitored	4	4	Identical
Output Configuration	Open Drain or Open Collector	Open Drain or Open Collector	Identical
Reset Logic	Active Low	Active Low	Identical
Reset Timeout	<1ms Minimum	<1ms Minimum	Identical
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 85°C (TA)	-40°C to 85°C (TA)	Identical
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Identical
Package / Case	10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)	10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)	Identical
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Identical
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Substitute is active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	Substitute meets current compliance

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The MAX6338OUB+ is the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete MAX6338OUB. Selection of the MAX6338OUB+ is supported by:

Functional Equivalence: Identical multi-voltage supervisor architecture with 4-channel monitoring, open drain/open collector output, and active low reset configuration
Package Compatibility: Identical 10-TFSOP/10-MSOP surface mount package ensures direct PCB layout compatibility
Operating Specifications: Matching temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) and reset timing characteristics (<1ms minimum)
Product Status: The MAX6338OUB+ maintains active production status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity
Regulatory Compliance: The MAX6338OUB+ achieves ROHS3 compliance, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements, whereas the original MAX6338OUB is RoHS non-compliant

For applications requiring the obsolete MAX6338OUB, transition to the MAX6338OUB+ without design modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the MAX6338OUB+ be used as a direct replacement for the MAX6338OUB?

A: Yes. The MAX6338OUB+ is a direct substitute. Both devices share identical functional architecture, output configuration, reset behavior, package form factor, and operating temperature range. No circuit redesign is required.

Q: What are the differences in voltage threshold values between MAX6338OUB and MAX6338OUB+?

A: The MAX6338OUB specifies voltage thresholds of 3.3V, 5V, Adj, and -5V. The MAX6338OUB+ specifies 2.93V, 4.38V, Adj, and -4.38V. Both devices support adjustable threshold configuration, maintaining functional equivalence for multi-voltage supervision applications. Threshold selection depends on specific application requirements.

Q: Are the packages identical between MAX6338OUB and MAX6338OUB+?

A: Yes. Both devices use the 10-TFSOP/10-MSOP surface mount package with 0.118" width (3.00mm). PCB layouts are directly compatible without modification.

Q: What is the product status difference between these parts?

A: The MAX6338OUB is classified as obsolete, indicating discontinued production. The MAX6338OUB+ is active, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support.

Q: Does the MAX6338OUB+ meet current compliance standards?

A: Yes. The MAX6338OUB+ is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements. The original MAX6338OUB is RoHS non-compliant.

Q: Are the moisture sensitivity levels the same?

A: Yes. Both devices specify MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage and handling.

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