A good PCB layout practice is to keep the analog and digital grounds separate, and to use a solid ground plane to reduce EMI. Additionally, keep the high-frequency components (such as the transformer and the switching FETs) away from the low-frequency components (such as the feedback resistors and capacitors).
The compensation network can be optimized by adjusting the values of the resistors and capacitors in the feedback loop to achieve the desired stability and transient response. A good starting point is to use the values recommended in the datasheet, and then adjust them based on the specific application requirements.
The maximum input voltage that the MAX2982GCD/V+ can handle is 60V. Exceeding this voltage may damage the device.
The MAX2982GCD/V+ has built-in overvoltage protection (OVP) and undervoltage lockout (UVLO) features. However, additional protection can be added using external components such as voltage supervisors and TVS diodes to protect the device from voltage transients and surges.
The maximum output current that the MAX2982GCD/V+ can deliver is 2A. Exceeding this current may cause the device to overheat or fail.