MAX16134: Safety Application Note

Failure-In-Time, Failure Mode Distribution and Pin Failure Mode and Effects Analysis

July 2025

1 | Overview

The scope of this document is to provide information to support integrating the MAX16134 into functional safety designs. This contains:

General Description

The MAX16134 is a low-voltage, +/-1% accurate, triple-voltage µP supervisor that monitors up to 3 system-supply voltages for undervoltage (UV) and overvoltage (OV) faults. It detects undervoltage and overvoltage conditions, triggering a reset output when its corresponding input falls outside the factory-trimmed OV and UV window threshold from +/-4% to +/-11%, with +/-1% resolution and 0.25% or 0.50% hysteresis. The reset outputs are active-low, open-drain.

The MAX16134 is available in a small 8-pin SOT23 package and specified over the temperature range of -40 degrees C to +125 degrees C.

Table 1-1 Product Description
Part NumberPrimary FunctionSystem Function
MAX16134Low-voltage, +/-1% accurate, triple-voltage µP supervisorMonitor if a System Supply Voltage is out-of-range (OV/UV) and assert corresponding RESET output

Figure 1-1 shows the product specific block diagram of MAX16134.

Figure 1-1 MAX16134 Block Diagram

Block Diagram Description: The diagram shows the MAX16134 integrated circuit. It has three input pins (IN1, IN2, IN3) connected to voltage comparators. Each comparator has a voltage reference (VREF) and trim input. The outputs of these comparators feed into UVLO (Undervoltage Lockout) and timeout logic. The outputs from these logic blocks, along with a voltage reference, are processed to generate three reset outputs (RESET1, RESET2, RESET3). The device also has VDD and GND pins. A voltage reference block (VREF) is shown, and a timeout period block is indicated.

The MAX16134 was developed following a quality-managed development process in compliance with the ISO 9001 quality management system standard but was not developed in compliance with the IEC61508 safety standard. The associated certificates are available on Quality Certificates | Analog Devices.

2 | Functional Safety Failure-In-Time (FIT)

This section offers specific details on the base functional safety failure-in-time (FIT) for MAX16134, according to SN 29500, IEC 62380 and accelerated testing conditions of HTOL. It also identifies the relevant component category for each standard, allowing customers to compute their own failure rates.

The FIT of MAX16134 based on SN 29500 for a specific industrial mission profile is detailed below:

Table 2-1 Functional Safety Component FIT According to SN 29500
SN 29500 Industrial Mission ProfileFIT (Failures Per 109 Hours)
Predicted Component FIT50.06
Mission Profile: 20 years constant operation at 55 degrees C temperature
Operating Voltage (max): 5.5V
Power Dissipation: 0.165mW
Theta-JA: 196 degrees C/W

Note 1: For applications requiring a different mission profile, the following information can be used to calculate the base FIT based on SN 29500.

The FIT of MAX16134 based on IEC 62380 for a specific industrial mission profile is detailed below:

Table 2-2 Functional Safety Component FIT According to IEC 62380
IEC 62380 Industrial Mission ProfileFIT (Failures Per 109 Hours)
Total Component FIT4.48
Die FIT4.34
Package FIT0.14

Note 2: For applications requiring a different mission profile, the following information can be used to calculate the base FIT based on IEC 62380.

The FIT of MAX16134 based on accelerated testing conditions of HTOL is detailed below:

Table 2-3 Functional Safety Component FIT According to HTOL Testing
Confidence LevelFIT (Failures Per 109 Hours)
70%0.27
90%0.51
95%0.67
99%1.03

Note 3: The FIT for various confidence levels were determined through HTOL reliability studies, utilizing the Arrhenius equation for acceleration assuming a chi-square distribution using the following test parameters:

3 | Failure Mode Distribution (FMD)

The failure mode distribution includes all relevant failure modes of the product function as defined in the product description.

Table 3-1 shows the failure mode distribution estimation for MAX16134 as derived from the component die area ratio and complexity, and from engineering expertise.

Since some failures had no effect and do not contribute to any failure mode, the total percentage of the Failure Mode Distribution would not add up to 100%. A Correction factor (CF) was applied to the distribution to account for failures with no effect on the system.

System Function

Table 3-1 Failure Mode Distribution (CF = 1.23)
Failure ModesFailure Mode Distribution
RESET1 always asserted15%
RESET1 never asserts15%
RESET1 asserts early3%
RESET1 asserts late1%
RESET2 always asserted15%
RESET2 never asserts14%
RESET2 asserts early3%
RESET2 asserts late1%
RESET3 always asserted15%
RESET3 never asserts14%
RESET3 asserts early3%
RESET3 asserts late1%

4 | Pin Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (Pin FMEA)

This section presents the Pin Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (Pin FMEA) for MAX16134. The failure modes discussed in this section encompass the common pin-by-pin failure scenarios:

Figure 4-1 illustrates the pin diagram for MAX16134. Refer to the product datasheet for a detailed description of each pin's function.

Figure 4-1. MAX16134 Pin Diagram

Pin Diagram Description: The diagram shows an 8-pin SOT23 package for the MAX16134. The pins are numbered 1 through 8. Pin 1 is VDD, Pin 2 is IN1, Pin 3 is IN2, Pin 4 is GND, Pin 5 is IN3, Pin 6 is RESET3, Pin 7 is RESET2, and Pin 8 is RESET1.

Below are the usage assumptions and device configuration considered for the Pin FMEA, based on the Typical Application Circuit, unless otherwise noted:

Table 4-1 Pin FMEA for MAX16134 Pins Short-Circuited to Supply
Pin no.Pin NameEffect of Failure Mode
1VDDNo effect
2IN1VDD>OV,th: Always OV on IN1. RESET1 always low
VDD<UV,th: Always UV on IN1. RESET1 always low
VDD within IN1 range: No effect
3IN2VDD>OV,th: Always OV on IN1. RESET2 always low
VDD<UV,th: Always UV on IN1. RESET2 always low
VDD within IN2 range: No effect
4GNDPart not functional
5IN3VDD>OV,th: Always OV on IN1. RESET3 always low
VDD<UV,th: Always UV on IN1. RESET3 always low
VDD within IN3 range: No effect
6RESET3RESET3 always high
7RESET2RESET2 always high
8RESET1RESET1 always high
Table 4-2 Pin FMEA for MAX16134 Pins Short-Circuited to GND
Pin no.Pin NameEffect of Failure Mode
1VDDPart not functional
2IN1Always UV on IN1. RESET1 always low
3IN2Always UV on IN2. RESET2 always low
4GNDNo effect
5IN3Always UV on IN3. RESET3 always low
6RESET3RESET3 always low
7RESET2RESET2 always low
8RESET1RESET1 always low
Table 4-3 Pin FMEA for MAX16134 Pins Open-Circuited
Pin no.Pin NameEffect of Failure Mode
1VDDPart has no Power. Part not functional
2IN1Always UV on IN1. RESET1 always low
3IN2Always UV on IN2. RESET2 always low
4GNDPart not functional
5IN3Always UV on IN3. RESET3 always low
6RESET3Unreliable RESET3
7RESET2Unreliable RESET2
8RESET1Unreliable RESET1
Table 4-4 Pin FMEA for MAX16134 Pins Short-Circuited to Adjacent Pins
Pin no.Pin NameShorted toEffect of Failure Mode
1VDDIN1VDD>OV,th: Always OV on IN1. RESET1 always low
VDD<UV,th: Always UV on IN1. RESET1 always low
VDD within IN1 range: No effect
2IN1IN2IN2 may trigger RESET1 depending on IN1 thresholds (or IN1 triggers RESET2). Unreliable RESET1/2 output
3IN2GNDAlways UV on IN2. RESET2 always low
4GNDIN3Always UV on IN3. RESET3 always low
5IN3RESET3Unreliable RESET3
6RESET3RESET2RESET2, RESET3 or-ing output
7RESET2RESET1RESET2, RESET1 or-ing output
8RESET1VDDRESET1 always high

5 | Revision History

RevisionRevision DateDescription
ASeptember 2024Initial Release
BJuly 2025Updated Overview and Functional Safety Failure-In-Time (FIT). Corrected typographical errors and Notes.

IMPORTANT NOTES AND DISCLAIMER

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE PRODUCT IN QUESTION HAS NOT BEEN DEVELOPED IN ACORDANCE WITH INDUSTRIAL SAFETY STANDARDS AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SUCH APPLICATIONS AS PER THE SPECIFIC DATA SHEET. THIS REPORT IS INTENDED SOLELY TO PROVIDE THE CUSTOMER WITH DETAILED INFORMATION ON FAILURE MODES AND THEIR DISTRIBUTION ACCORDING TO IEC61508, RELATED TO THE POTENTIAL USE OF QUALITY-MANAGED PARTS FOR SPECIFIC HARDWARE EVALUATION CLASS AS DESCRIBED IN THIS STANDARD.

ANALOG DEVICES AIMS TO ASSIST CUSTOMERS IN DESIGNING AND CREATING THEIR OWN END-PRODUCT SOLUTION THAT COMPLY WITH RELEVANT FUNCTIONAL SAFETY STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS. THEREFORE, ANALOG DEVICES DOES NOT GUARANTEE SIL COMPLIANCE AT THE SYSTEM LEVEL. ANALOG DEVICES WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CLAIMS OR DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE CUSTOMER'S USE OF AN ANALOG DEVICES PRODUCT IN LIFE SUPPORT, LIFE-CRITICAL, OR SAFETY-CRITICAL SYSTEMS, EQUIPMENT OR APPLICATIONS. CUSTOMERS WILL INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD ANALOG DEVICES HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS, EXPENSES, AND LIABILITIES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF ANY ANALOG DEVICES PRODUCT IN SUCH SYSTEMS, EQUIPMENT, OR APPLICATIONS. ANALOG DEVICES DOES NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THIS DOCUMENTATION AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ITS CONTENT.

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