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Maxim Integrated, now part of Analog Devices (acquired 2021), was a leading manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Maxim was known for power management ICs, sensors, interface products, and microcontrollers (MAXQ). The brand's products serve automotive, industrial, healthcare, and consumer electronics applications.
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