MAX1473:315MHz/433MHz ASK Superheterodyne Receiver with Extended Dynamic Range

Industry's First 300MHz to 450MHz Superheterodyne Receiver with AGC and Integrated Image Rejection Operates from 3V or 5V Supplies

The MAX1473 fully integrated low-power CMOS superheterodyne receiver is ideal for receiving amplitude-shift-keyed (ASK) data in the 300MHz to 450MHz frequency range. Its signal range is from -114dBm to 0dBm. With few external components and a low-current power-down mode, it is ideal for cost- and power-sensitive applications typical in the automotive and consumer markets. The chip consists of a low-noise amplifier (LNA), a fully differential image-rejection mixer, an on-chip phase-locked-loop (PLL) with integrated voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO), a 10.7MHz IF limiting amplifier stage with received-signal-strength indicator (RSSI), and analog baseband data-recovery circuitry. The MAX1473 also has a discrete one-step automatic gain control (AGC) that drops the LNA gain by 35dB when the RF input signal is greater than -57dBm. The MAX1473 is available in 28-pin TSSOP and 32-pin thin QFN packages. Both versions are specified for the extended (-40°C to +85°C) temperature range.

Key Features
  • Optimized for 315MHz or 433MHz ISM Band
  • Operates from Single 3.3V or 5.0V Supplies
  • High Dynamic Range with On-Chip AGC
  • Selectable Image-Rejection Center Frequency
  • Selectable x64 or x32 fLO/fXTAL Ratio
  • Low 5.2mA Operating Supply Current
  • < 2.5µA Low-Current Power-Down Mode for Efficient Power Cycling
  • 250µs Startup Time
  • Built-In 50dB RF Image Rejection
  • Receive Sensitivity of -114dBm
MAX1473: Typical Application Circuit
MAX1473: Typical Application Circuit
Applications/Uses
  • Automotive Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
  • Garage Door Openers
  • Home Automation
  • Local Telemetry Systems
  • Remote Controls
  • Security Systems
  • Wireless Sensors
DataSheet
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MAX1473 Data SheetMAX1473.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberIF Output Freq.
(MHz)
VSUPPLY
(V)
ISUPPLY
(mA)
ApplicationsSolutionsBand/ Freq.
(MHz)
Footprint
(mm x mm)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
See Notes
MAX147310.72.4 to 3.6
4.5 to 5.5
5.2Garage Door Openers
ISM
RKE
Remote Controls
Remote Keyless Entry
Security Systems
TPM
Wireless Sensors
300MHz to 450MHz
400MHz
300 to 4505.0 x 5.0
6.3 x 9.7
TQFN/32
TSSOP/28
$1.75 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
  • MAX1472:300MHz-to-450MHz Low-Power, Crystal-Based ASK Transmitter
  • MAX1470:315MHz Low-Power, +3V Superheterodyne Receiver
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX1473ETJ+ActiveTQFN,;32 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1473ETJ+TActiveTQFN,;32 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1473EUINo Longer AvailableMAX1473EUI+TSSOP,;28 pin;64.7 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1473EUI+ActiveTSSOP,;28 pin;64.7 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1473EUI+TActiveTSSOP,;28 pin;64.7 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX1473EUI-G05No Longer AvailableTSSOP;-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX1473EUI-TNo Longer AvailableMAX1473EUI+TTSSOP,;28 pin;64.7 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX1473EUI-TG05No Longer AvailableTSSOP,;28 pin;64.7 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
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