Product Code: MIKROE-4442

The�Expand 8 Click Board��is a compact add-on board that contains a multi-port I/O expander with bi-directional input/outputs. This board features the�MAX7317, 10-Port SPI-interfaced I/O expander with overvoltage and hot-insertion protection from�Maxim Integrated. The MAX7317 provides microprocessors with 10 I/O ports rated to 7V. Each port can be individually configured as either an open-drain output or an overvoltage-protected Schmitt input that supports hot insertion. All port pins remain high impedance in Power-Down mode with up to 8V asserted on them. This Click Board� is intended for use as a port expander in system monitoring applications, industrial controllers, portable equipment, and many more.

Expand 8 Click�is supported by a�mikroSDK�compliant library, which includes functions that simplify software development. This�Click Board��comes as a fully tested product, ready to be used on a system equipped with the�mikroBUS��socket.