The MAX5949A/MAX5949B are hot-swap controllers that allow a circuit card to be safely hot plugged into a live backplane. The MAX5949A/MAX5949B operate from -20V to -80V and are well-suited for -48V power systems. These devices are pin and function compatible with the LT4250 and pin compatible with the LT1640. The MAX5949A/MAX5949B provide a controlled turn-on to circuit cards preventing glitches on the power-supply rail and damage to board connectors and components. The MAX5949A/MAX5949B provide undervoltage, overvoltage, and overcurrent protection. These devices ensure the input voltage is stable and within tolerance before applying power to the load.