Increase the Runtime of Space-Constrained Wearable and IoT Applications with Industry's Smallest Solar Harvesting Solution by Maxim Integrated

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Maxim Integrated has launched the MAX20361 single-/multi-cell solar harvester, enhancing runtime for wearables and IoT applications. It is the industry's smallest solar harvesting solution, enabling power extension by providing supplemental charging. The device boasts a size reduction of over 50% compared to competitors and up to 5% better boost efficiency. Priced at $2.64 for 1000 units, it supports designers in overcoming size and runtime challenges, with expected growth in consumer wearables driving demand.

Positive

• Smallest solar harvesting solution in the industry, reducing solution size by over 50%.
• Boost efficiency of up to 5% better than competitors, optimizing energy harvesting.
• Offers supplemental power, potentially extending runtime by over 50% for devices.

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• None.

SAN JOSE, Calif. and LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Designers of space-constrained designs can now significantly increase runtime with the MAX20361 single-/multi-cell solar harvester with maximum power point tracking (MPPT) from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM). The industry's smallest solar harvesting solution is ideal for space-constrained applications such as wearables and emerging internet of things (IoT) applications.

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Designers are often challenged with the tradeoff between small size and long runtime for wearable and IoT applications. By enabling solar charging in these highly space-constrained products, the MAX20361 can extend the runtime of those devices by providing a supplemental power source. This solar harvester reduces solution size by at least half compared to the closest competitor. In addition, the MAX20361 increases harvested energy with up to 5 percent better boost efficiency than the closest competitor, coupled with an adaptive MPPT approach which can improve the overall system level efficiency even further.

Key Advantages

• Smallest Size: Industry's smallest solar harvesting solution due to reduced component size and smaller, fewer external components; at least 50 percent smaller solution size compared to the closest competitor
• Higher Efficiency: Increased boost efficiency maximizes harvested energy with up to 5 percent better boost efficiency than the closest competitor; additional harvesting gains can be achieved through adaptive MPPT features coupled with the unique integrated harvesting gauge for real-time indications of efficiency to optimize performance

Commentary

• "This device offers exciting possibilities for a new supplemental power source to continually charge the battery of a device," said Frank Dowling, director of the Industrial and Healthcare Business Unit at Maxim Integrated. "For example, if you can harvest just 30mW of solar power per day on a 300mAHr battery system which typically runs for three weeks, you can as a result extend that runtime by over 50 percent."
• "Innovation continues to drive adoption of consumer wearables with global revenue estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15 percent in the next four years," said James Hayward, principal analyst at IDTechEx Research. "For device manufacturers, longer battery life and smaller form factor remain key product features toward market differentiation and user satisfaction."

Availability and Pricing

• The MAX20361 is available at Maxim Integrated's website for $2.64 (1000-up, FOB USA); also available from authorized distributors
• The MAX20361EVKIT# evaluation kit is available for $57

About Maxim Integrated

Maxim Integrated, an engineer's engineering company, exists to solve the designer's toughest problems in order to empower design innovation. Our broad portfolio of high-performance semiconductors, combined with world-class tools and support, delivers essential analog solutions including efficient power, precision measurement, reliable connectivity and robust protection along with intelligent processing. Designers in application areas such as automotive, communications, consumer, data center, healthcare, industrial and IoT trust Maxim to help them quickly develop smaller, smarter and more secure designs. Learn more at https://www.maximintegrated.com. 

 

Contact:	Ferda Millan
	408-601-5429
	Ferda.Millan@maximintegrated.com

 

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FAQ

What is the MAX20361 solar harvester from Maxim Integrated?

The MAX20361 is a single-/multi-cell solar harvester designed to enhance the runtime of space-constrained devices like wearables and IoT applications.

How does the MAX20361 improve efficiency?

It features up to 5% better boost efficiency than competitors and includes adaptive MPPT for optimizing overall system efficiency.

What is the price of the MAX20361?

The MAX20361 is priced at $2.64 for 1000 units, available on Maxim Integrated's website.

What are the applications of the MAX20361 solar harvester?

It is ideal for wearable technology and various Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

What is the expected market growth for wearables?

Global revenue for consumer wearables is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% over the next four years.