Dual USB 3.0 equalizer/redriver — what it does
The MAX14972CTG+: It compensates for signal degradation over long PCB traces or cables, restoring the eye diagram to meet USB 3.0 compliance. This part sits between the host controller and the USB connector, cleaning up the high-speed differential pair before it reaches the receiver.
Active lifecycle and compliance
It is ROHS3 compliant, covering the latest EU restriction on hazardous substances.
What the active status means for procurement
This simplifies supply-chain planning — no need to qualify a second source or stockpile for an impending EOL.
