Analog Devices MAX7796x USB Type-C Buck-Boost Charger Evaluation Kits for Li-Ion Applications

Develop high-efficiency Li-Ion USB-C chargers with MAX7796x EVKITs, featuring integrated FETs, Smart Power Selector™, reverse buck for OTG, and I²C programmability.

The MAX7796x evaluation kit series from Analog Devices provides a comprehensive platform for prototyping high-efficiency USB Type-C buck-boost chargers for Li-Ion batteries in portable devices, EVs, and industrial systems. Designed with integrated FETs, Smart Power Selector™, and reverse buck mode for OTG, the kits support wide input voltage ranges (3.5–25.4 V), JEITA-compliant temperature monitoring, and I²C programmability for precise battery charging control.

MAX77960EVKIT – Supports 3S Li-Ion batteries, delivering up to 3 A at 25 W, with adaptive current limiting and wide-input compatibility.
MAX77961EVKIT – Designed for 2S Li-Ion packs, offering 6 A at 25 W output with efficient USB-C PD prototyping capabilities.
MAX77962EVKIT – Ideal for 2S battery designs, delivering 3.2 A at 23 W with programmable charge voltage and current.
MAX77963EVKIT – Supports both 2S and 3S batteries at 3.2 A and 23 W, integrating an 8-channel 12-bit SAR ADC and spread-spectrum EMI reduction for optimized diagnostics and efficiency.

All kits include fully assembled PCBs, Windows GUI software for easy configuration, and protections against overvoltage, undervoltage, short circuits, and thermal events. With over 90% efficiency in buck-boost mode, the MAX7796x series accelerates rapid, high-power USB-C charger development.

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Product Highlights

MAX77963EVKIT: Buck-Boost Charger Evaluation Kit

Fully assembled and tested platform for the MAX77963 USB Type-C buck-boost charger.
Supports 3.5 V–23 V input and up to 3.2 A charging current.
Demonstrates Smart Power Selector™, USB-OTG, JEITA safety, and integrated 12-bit ADC monitoring.
Includes I²C GUI software for easy configuration, logging, and performance testing.

MAX77960EVKIT: USB Type-C Buck-Boost Charger Kit

Evaluation kit for the MAX77960 1-cell Li-ion USB-C buck-boost charger.
Features wide 3.5 V–23 V input voltage and 3.2 A programmable fast-charge current.
Supports USB-C/USB-PD compliance, Smart Power Selector™, and OTG boost mode.
Ideal for testing high-efficiency, compact portable device charging designs.

MAX77961EVKIT: USB Type-C Buck-Boost Charger Kit

Full-featured board for the MAX77961 single-cell Li-ion USB-C charger.
Operates across 3.5 V–23 V input with up to 3.2 A fast-charge capability.
Provides advanced features: USB-PD, Smart Power Selector™, OTG boost, and JEITA compliance.
Suitable for evaluating portable consumer and industrial device charging.

MAX77962EVKIT: USB Type-C Buck-Boost Charger Kit

Evaluation platform for the MAX77962 USB-C buck-boost charger.
Wide 3.5 V–23 V input range with 3.2 A programmable charging.
Integrated Smart Power Selector™, USB-PD support, and JEITA battery safety profile.
Streamlines prototyping of efficient, high-power single-cell charging systems.

Why Choose MAX7796x Series Kits?

Pre-tested and Ready-to-Go Solution: Fully assembled and tested surface-mount PCBs for instant evaluation of the MAX7796x charger ICs with integrated FETs.
Wide Operating Range & Fast Charging Performance: Operates from 3.5V–25.4V input with up to 6A charge current, supporting 2S/3S Li-Ion batteries.
Feature-rich Visibility: Smart Power Selector™, reverse buck/OTG, JEITA compliance via dummy thermistors, spread-spectrum EMI reduction (select models), and 12-bit ADC monitoring (8-channel in MAX77963).
Easy GUI control: Intuitive I²C-based Windows software for configuration, monitoring, and logging without coding, with register access and status tabs.
Design-Ready and Scalable: Schematics, layouts, jumper configurations, and files are included for accelerating custom designs targeted towards portable and industrial applications.
Backed by ADI support: Comprehensive documentation and global distribution via trusted partners.

System Requirements

Analog Devices MAX7796x Series USB Type-C Buck-Boost Charger EVKITs
Adjustable DC power supply
Battery or simulated battery
- 2- or 3-cell Li-ion protected battery
- Simulated battery or preloaded power supply
Oscilloscope
Two voltmeters
Two ammeters
Lab cables with appropriate current rating
USB Micro-B cable
PC with Windows 7 or newer operating system and USB port

Features and Benefits

Evaluates the MAX7796x series USB Type-C Buck-Boost Chargers with Integrated FETs for 2S/3S Li-Ion Batteries
Supports 3.5V to 25.4V Input Operating Range
Enables Charging Up to 6A
Provides USB-OTG Functionality
Ensures JEITA Compliance with On-Board Dummy Thermistors
Features 8-Channel 12-Bit SAR ADC (select models)
Includes Spread Spectrum (select models)
Fully Assembled and Tested
I²C Serial Interface

Key Platforms Comparison

Features	MAX77960	MAX77961	MAX77962	MAX77963
Description	25VIN 3A/6AOUT USB-C Buck-Boost Charger with Integrated FETs for 2S/3S Li-Ion Batteries	25VIN 3A/6AOUT USB-C Buck-Boost Charger with Integrated FETs for 2S/3S Li-Ion Batteries	23VIN 3.2AOUT USB-C Buck-Boost Charger with Integrated FETs for 2S Li-Ion Batteries	23VIN 3.2AOUT Buck-Boost Charger for 2S/3S Li-Ion Batteries and USB Power Delivery
Package	30-LFCSP-4X4X0.55	30-LFCSP-4X4X0.55	49-WLCSP-N/A	49-WLCSP-N/A
V_INmin(V)	3.5	3.5	3.5	-
V_INmax(V)	25.4	25.4	23	23
Max Charge Current (A)	3	6	3.2	3.2
Battery Chemistry	Li-Ion, Li-Polymer	Li-Ion, Li-Polymer	Li-Ion, Li-Polymer	Li-Ion, Li-Polymer
Number of Cells	2, 3 Li-Ion	2, 3 Li-Ion	2, 3 Li-Ion	2, 3 Li-Ion
Float Voltage	8 to 13.35	8 to 13.35	8.10 to 8.86	7.81 to 14.09
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User Manuals	MAX77960	MAX77961	MAX77962	MAX77963