Single-cell battery monitor in a compact SOT-23-3
The MAX6427EHUR-T from Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) is a single-cell battery monitor IC designed to work with multi-chemistry battery types. Housed in a surface-mount SOT-23-3 package, it provides undervoltage/overvoltage monitoring for a single cell, making it a space-efficient choice for portable and battery-backed systems. Its industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C suits it for environments from outdoor telecom to automotive cabin applications where a single lithium-ion, LiFePO4, or other chemistry cell needs a supervisor.
What the ratings mean for your BOM
The multi-chemistry support means this part isn't locked to a specific cell type — it can monitor lithium-ion, LiFePO4, NiMH, or lead-acid single cells, which simplifies inventory if your designs span chemistries. The single-cell count is a hard limit: this part monitors exactly one series cell, so a 2S or higher pack needs a different monitor or a stacked configuration. The SOT-23-3 footprint is a standard, widely second-sourced package, so PCB layout is straightforward and alternate sourcing is realistic if volumes justify qualification.
Lifecycle and sourcing posture
This removes the LTB risk for new designs and ongoing production. The part is RoHS non-compliant, which is a flag for EU or similar regulatory markets — verify your exemption coverage or plan for a RoHS-compliant alternate if needed.
