Maxim Integrated MAX5987AETE+T, PoE PD Controller (802.3af), single channel, integrated DC/DC switch, 8.7 V–60 V supply, 6.49 W max, auxiliary sense, -40°C to 85°C, 16-TQFN (5x5), Tape & Reel.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Controller (PD), DC/DC |
| Mounting type | Surface Mount |
| Voltage | 8.7V ~ 60V |
| Current - supply | 3.6mA |
| Power - max | 6.49 W |
| Operating temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Standards | 802.3af (PoE) |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT) |
| Case | 16-WQFN Exposed Pad |
| Auxiliary sense | Yes |
| Internal switch | Yes |
| Number of channels | 1 |
The internal hot-swap MOSFET and current-sense resistor eliminate external pass-FET and sense resistor. The auxiliary sense input accepts a local supply while maintaining PoE priority.
The part is ROHS3 compliant. For a BOM line that needs a stable, non-obsoleting PoE PD controller, this part is a clean fit for new designs and ongoing production.
The MAX5987A (this part) is a single-channel 802.3af PD controller with an integrated DC/DC switch and auxiliary sense. The MAX5987B is a variant that typically adds support for 802.3at (PoE+) higher power or changes the switching frequency — the exact delta is in the datasheet. For 802.3af-only designs up to 6.49 W, the MAX5987A is the correct choice.
The MAX5987AETE+T is specified for 802.3af (PoE) and is rated for a maximum power of 6.49 W. It does not support the higher 25.5 W power level of 802.3at. Connecting it to a PoE+ PSE will not damage the controller — the PSE will detect it as an 802.3af PD and deliver only up to the Class 0–3 power budget. For PoE+ designs, look at the MAX5987B or a dedicated 802.3at PD controller.