MAX7044:300MHz to 450MHz High-Efficiency, Crystal-Based +13dBm ASK Transmitter

Low-Power, 300MHz to 450MHz, Crystal-Based ASK Transmitter has +13dBm Output Power

The MAX7044 crystal-referenced phase-locked-loop (PLL) VHF/UHF transmitter is designed to transmit OOK/ASK data in the 300MHz to 450MHz frequency range. The MAX7044 supports data rates up to 100kbps, and provides output power up to +13dBm into a 50Ω load while only drawing 7.7mA at 2.7V. The crystal-based architecture of the MAX7044 eliminates many of the common problems with SAW-based transmitters by providing greater modulation depth, faster frequency settling, higher tolerance of the transmit frequency, and reduced temperature dependence. The MAX7044 also features a low supply voltage of +2.1V to +3.6V. These improvements enable better overall receiver performance when using the MAX7044 together with a superheterodyne receiver such as the MAX1470 or MAX1473. A simple, single-input data interface and a buffered clock-out signal at 1/16th the crystal frequency make the MAX7044 compatible with almost any microcontroller or code-hopping generator. The MAX7044 is available in an 8-pin SOT23 package and is specified over the -40°C to +125°C automotive temperature range.

Key Features
  • +2.1V to +3.6V Single-Supply Operation
  • OOK/ASK Transmit Data Format
  • Up to 100kbps Data Rate
  • +13dBm Output Power into 50Ω Load
  • Low 7.7mA (typ) Operating Supply Current*
  • Uses Small, Low-Cost Crystal
  • Small 3mm x 3mm 8-Pin SOT23 Package
  • Fast-On Oscillator: 250µs Startup Time
MAX7044: Functional Diagram
MAX7044: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Garage Door Openers
  • Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
  • RF Remote Controls
  • Security Systems
  • Tire-Pressure Monitoring (TPM)
  • Wireless Computer Peripherals
  • Wireless Game Consoles
  • Wireless Sensors
DataSheet
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MAX7044 Data SheetMAX7044.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberSolutionsApplicationsBand/ Freq.
(MHz)
Footprint
(mm x mm)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
See Notes
MAX7044300 to 450MHz-ISM RKEAutomotive
Garage Door Openers
Home Automation
ISM
ISM (Europe)
RF Remote Controls
RKE
Security Systems
TPM
300 to 4503.0 x 3.0SOT/8$1.32 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
  • MAX1473:315MHz/433MHz ASK Superheterodyne Receiver with Extended Dynamic Range
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX7044AKA+ActiveSOT,;8 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +125°CLead Free
MAX7044AKA+TActiveSOT,;8 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +125°CLead Free
MAX7044AKA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX7044AKA+TSOT,;8 pin;9 mm²-40°C to +125°CNo
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