General Description

The MAX1698 and MAX1698A are efficient drivers for white or color LEDs. They are ideal for large LED backlit displays in PDAs and laptop computers. Numerous benefits include greater simplicity, lower cost, higher efficiency, longer bulb life, and greater reliability when compared to fluorescent (CCFL) and electroluminescent (EL) lamps.

Features

♦ Over 90 Efficiency

♦ Lossless, Adjustable LED Brightness

♦ Space-Saving 10-Pin µMAX Package

♦ Simpler, Lower Cost, More Reliable Compared to CCFL or EL Backlights

♦ Up to 5W Output Power

Applications

Battery-Powered Backlight Applications

Backlight for LCD Panels

Notebook PCs

Handy Terminals

PDAs