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.