Maxim Integrated Smart Power Selector™ series Battery Chargers ICs

Features and applications of Maxim Integrated Smart Power Selector™ series Battery Chargers ICs

Maxim Integrated's Smart Power Selector™ series of battery charger ICs are high-performance, highly efficient, and flexible solutions for charging batteries in portable electronic devices. These ICs are designed to accept power from both USB and AC/DC adapters and are suitable for a wide range of battery chemistries and charging profiles. This article introduce its features and applications.

Applications

  • Wearables (non-medical)
  • Portable electronics
  • Medical
Associated Products

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MAX14745CEWX+TWEARABLE CHARGE MANAGEMENT SOLUT0RFQ
MAX14745GEWX+TWEARABLE CHARGE MANAGEMENT SOLUT0RFQ
MAX8903YETI+TIC DC/DC CHARGER LI+ 2A 28-TQFN0RFQ
MAX8895XEWA+TIC LI-ION CHARGER LOW SPD 25WLP0RFQ
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MAX77734CENP+IC LI+ CHARGER LDO PMIC 20WLP0RFQ
MAX77734CENP+TIC LI+ CHARGER LDO PMIC 20WLP12400RFQ
MAX14746BEWA+IC USB LI+ CHRGER DETECTION0RFQ
MAX14746BEWA+TUSB DETECTION WITH SMART POWER S0RFQ
MAX77650BEWV+TULTRA LP PMIC FOR WEARABLE DEVIC1000RFQ
MAX77650MEWV+TULTRA-LOW PWR PMIC0RFQ
MAX8934BETI+TIC BATTERY CHARGER DUAL 28TQFN8361RFQ
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MAX8934DETI+TIC LI+/LIPOLY BATT CHRGER 28WQFN80RFQ
MAX8895VEWA+TLI-ION CHARGERS W/SMART PWR SELE400RFQ
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Technical Documents

Maxim Integrated's Smart Power Selector™ series of battery charger ICs are high-performance, highly efficient, and flexible solutions for charging batteries in portable electronic devices. These ICs are designed to accept power from both USB and AC/DC adapters and are suitable for a wide range of battery chemistries and charging profiles. The Smart Power Selector ICs incorporate several safety features, such as overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection, and overtemperature protection, to ensure safe and reliable battery charging. Additionally, these ICs are highly configurable and support Maxim's patented ModelGauge™ m5 EZ algorithm, which provides accurate fuel gauge measurements and battery authentication. Overall, the Smart Power Selector series of battery charger ICs offer designers of portable devices a comprehensive set of features and capabilities to optimize battery charging efficiency, safety, and reliability.

 

Features

 

Dual-Input Power Source: The Smart Power Selector ICs can accept power from both USB and AC/DC adapters, making them suitable for a wide range of portable applications.

High Efficiency: These ICs feature high efficiency charging algorithms and synchronous rectification to reduce power loss during the charging process.

Battery Safety: Smart Power Selector ICs incorporate several safety features, including overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection, and overtemperature protection, to prevent damage to the battery.

Battery Authentication: The ICs support Maxim's patented ModelGauge™ m5 EZ algorithm, which provides accurate fuel gauge measurements and authentication of the battery.

Small Footprint: The Smart Power Selector ICs are available in compact, low-profile packages, making them suitable for use in small, portable devices.

Flexibility: Maxim's Smart Power Selector ICs are highly configurable and support a wide range of battery chemistries and charging profiles, making them suitable for use with a variety of portable devices.

Overall, the Smart Power Selector series of battery charger ICs offer a comprehensive set of features and capabilities for designers of portable devices, allowing them to optimize battery charging efficiency, safety, and reliability.

 

Applications

 

  • Wearable Devices

  • Portable Audio Devices

  • Portable Test Equipment

  • Smartphones and Tablets

  • Portable Medical Devices

Overall, the Maxim Integrated Smart Power Selector™ series of battery charger ICs are designed to meet the needs of a wide range of portable electronic applications, providing efficient, safe, and reliable battery charging solutions.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the input voltage range of Smart Power Selector ICs?

The input voltage range of Smart Power Selector ICs is typically between 4.5V and 24V.

What types of batteries are supported by Smart Power Selector ICs?

Smart Power Selector ICs support a wide range of battery chemistries, including Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), Lithium-Polymer (Li-Poly), Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH), and Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd).

How do Smart Power Selector ICs ensure battery safety?

Smart Power Selector ICs incorporate several safety features, such as overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection, and overtemperature protection, to prevent damage to the battery during the charging process.