It takes one LVDS input and routes it to one of two LVDS outputs, or fans the signal to both outputs simultaneously. Rated for 800 Mbps with a 2.39 ns propagation delay, it preserves timing margin in source-synchronous LVDS links. The 4.5 pF input capacitance keeps the load light on the driving device. Supply range is 3V to 3.6V, drawing 25 mA typical. The industrial temperature grade (-40°C to 85°C) suits outdoor telecom cabinets, factory-floor Ethernet switches, and motor-drive feedback interfaces where ambient heat is a given.
Housed in a 10-pin TFSOP/MSOP package (3.00 mm width, 0.118" pitch), the MAX9174EUB+ is a surface-mount part that fits tight board layouts. The supplier device package is 10-uMAX/uSOP — same footprint, different supplier code. No thermal pad to worry about; standard reflow profile for MSOP-10 works fine.
ROHS3 compliant.