SAN JOSE, Calif., June 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Designers of Industry 4.0 applications can now achieve robust communications and reduce power dissipation by 50% with the MAX14819 dual-channel, IO-Link master transceiver from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM).


    --  Find more information about MAX14819:
        https://www.maximintegrated.com/products/MAX14819
    --  Watch a video about Maxim's dual IO-Link master transceiver:
        http://bit.ly/MAX14819_Video
    --  Download a hi-res image of MAX14819: http://bit.ly/MAX14819_Image
    --  Download a block diagram of MAX14819:
        http://bit.ly/MAX14819_Block_Diagram

Today's fanless programmable logic controller (PLC) and IO-Link gateway systems must dissipate large amounts of power depending on IO configuration (IO-Link, digital input/output, analog input/output). As these PLCs evolve into new Industrial 4.0 smart factories, special attention must be considered to achieve smarter, faster, and lower power solutions while also meeting IO-Link and standard IO (SIO) compliance.

Maxim continues to provide a portfolio of advanced factory automation solutions that creates pathways toward achieving Industry 4.0. The unique architecture of the MAX14819 dissipates 50% less heat compared to other IO-Link Master solutions and is fully compatible in all modes for IO-Link and SIO compliance. Robust L+ supply controllers with settable current limiting and reverse voltage/current protection help ensure robust communications with the lowest power consumption. With just one microcontroller, the integrated framer/universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter (UART) enables the most scalable and cost-effective architecture while enabling the industry's fastest cycle times (up to 400 microseconds) and reducing latency. The MAX14819 is available in a 48-pin (7mm x 7mm) TQFN package and operates over the -40-degree Celsius to +125-degree Celsius temperature range. Applications include IO-Link master systems and IO-Link gateways.

Key Advantages


    --  Low Power Dissipation: Low on-resistance, low supply current, and
        optimized current limiter architecture for significantly lower power
        consumption
    --  High Performance: Integrated internal framer/UART enables the most
        flexible architecture while still achieving the fastest cycle times to
        achieve the lowest bill of materials (BOM) cost by eliminating the UART
        dependency from the microcontroller
    --  Robust: 65V absolute maximum ratings and reverse polarity protection
        help to meet full compliance with IO-Link (1.1.2) and SIO (IEC61131-2,
        IEC61131-9) modes; also operates with NPN type sensors

Commentary


    --  "Maxim's experience with implementing IO-Link into their products brings
        a powerful presence in our efforts to further adopt this technology in
        the market," said Mr. Shinichi Motoyoshi, Chairman of Japanese PROFIBUS
        Organization. "With the recent launch of Japan's IO-Link community this
        past April and significant growth in this market, Maxim's new product
        announcement is very timely."
    --  "As a member of the IO-Link Consortium and the Japanese PROFIBUS
        Organization, products like Maxim's new IO-Link transceiver demonstrates
        the company's strong commitment to provide customers with
        high-performing, ultra-low power solutions for the industrial market,"
        said Timothy Leung, Executive Business Manager of Industrial &
        Healthcare at Maxim Integrated. "The MAX14819 enhances Maxim's IO-Link
        technology portfolio to advance the concept of flexible manufacturing
        and improve both factory throughput and operational efficiency."

Availability and Pricing


    --  The MAX14819 is available for $6.03 (1000-up, FOB USA) at Maxim's
        website and select authorized distributors
    --  An evaluation kit is available for $99: MAX14819EVKIT
    --  The MAXREFDES145# reference design is available:
        https://www.maximintegrated.com/products/MAXREFDES145

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About Maxim Integrated
 Maxim Integrated develops innovative analog and mixed-signal products and technologies to make systems smaller and smarter, with enhanced security and increased energy efficiency. We are empowering design innovation for our automotive, industrial, healthcare, mobile consumer, and cloud data center customers to deliver industry-leading solutions that help change the world. Learn more at https://www.maximintegrated.com.



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                                              Ferda.Millan@maximintegrated.com

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