Monday, March 20, 2023

MaxLinear intros 15A step-down switching regulator for Wi-Fi 7

MaxLinear introduced a 15 Amp Step-Down Switching regulator with 2-Bit VID designed and qualified to provide power to the digital core of MaxLinear’s Wi-Fi 7 SoCs. 

“With the release of the MXL76125, we’re able to offer CPE developers a reliable and complete Wi-Fi 7 networking and power solution,” said James Lougheed, Vice President & General Manager, High Performance Analog & Accelerators. “MaxLinear is able to leverage expertise across numerous technology groups to produce highly integrated solutions that can give our customers a clear advantage in the marketplace.”

Key features include:

  • 2-Bit VID interface designed for MaxLinear’s Wi-Fi 7 SoCs optimizes performance and saves power
  • Operating from 5V or 12V inputs, a Constant On-Time (COT) control scheme ensures excellent transient performance, line and load regulation
  • Qualified as core power supply for MaxLinear’s Wi-Fi 7 SoCs
  • New generation FETs allows the solution to fit into a 4 x 5mm QFN package and improves efficiency for excellent thermal performance

MaxLinear’s Wi-Fi 7 Family consists of two chips: the MXL31712 for premium segment 4x4 tri-band market targeting throughput up to 18.6Gbps, and the MxL31708 for mid- to high-range 4x4 dual-band market targeting throughput up to 17Gbps. 

https://www.maxlinear.com/wifi7