company blog about Maxim MAX20801AEVKIT Evaluation Board, Used as a Reference Platform for Evaluating the MAX20801A Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) IC

The Maxim MAX20801AEVKIT evaluation board supplied by Mingjiada Electronics serves as the ideal hardware platform for evaluating and developing the MAX20801A Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) chip.

Evaluation Board Core Information

Core Function: Evaluate the MAX20801A Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) chip

Primary Application: Power delivery and optimisation for photovoltaic (PV) modules

MPPT Capability: Simultaneously performs independent maximum power point tracking on three groups of 20-24 series-connected photovoltaic cells

Key Features: Rapid MPPT response, up to 99.1% peak efficiency, integrated voltage and current clamping, active bypass functionality

Solution Footprint: Compact design occupying approximately 3800mm²

Kit Status: Fully assembled and tested, includes validated PCB layout

Compatibility: Flexibly accommodates standard 60- or 72-cell crystalline photovoltaic modules

Overview

The Maxim MAX20801AEVKIT evaluation board serves as a reference platform for assessing the MAX20801A maximum power point tracking (MPPT) IC. This single-chip integrated switching regulator delivers an exceptionally compact, low-cost, efficient, rapid, accurate, and reliable power supply solution for photovoltaic (PV) modules. This evaluation kit comprises a fully assembled and tested PCB utilising the MAX20801A. The kit includes input and output connectors for three PV strings, facilitating flexible use with standard 60- or 72-cell crystalline PV modules.

Features

Performs MPPT on three strings of 20 to 24 series-connected photovoltaic cells

Rapid MPPT responds swiftly to changing conditions

Compact solution with a footprint of 3,800mm²

Integrated voltage clamping output

Integrated current clamping output

Features active bypass functionality, eliminating hotspots

Supports flash and electroluminescent (EL) testing

Efficiency: 99.1% (peak), 98.7% (CEC), and 98.3% (European)

Verified PCB layout

Fully assembled and tested

Procurement Information

Product Model: MAX20801AEVKIT

Brand: Maxim Integrated

Status: Fully assembled and tested

Stock Quantity: 500+ kits (call to confirm real-time availability)

Lead Time: 1-3 working days for in-stock items

Packaging: Anti-static pouch + original manufacturer's box

Contact Details:

Telephone: +86 13410018555 / 86-755-83294757

Email: sales@hkmjd.com

Address: Rooms 1239-1241, New Asia Guoli Building, Zhenzhong Road, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province

Official Website: https://www.integrated-ic.com/