PMIC - AC DC Converters, Offline Switchers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ICE2QR4780Z IR (Infineon Technologies)	QUASI RESONANT COOLSET	80035
UC2879DW Texas Instruments	IC REG CTRLR PWM CM/VM 20-SOIC	280
NCV1397BDR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC RESONANT MODE CTLR 16SOIC	0
TOP256YN Power Integrations	IC OFFLINE SWIT PROG OVP TO220	15016
MIC38C44BN Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	CURRENT-MODE PWM CONTROLLER	8555
UCC3895N Texas Instruments	IC REG CTRLR PWM CM/VM 20DIP	559
LNK6427K-TL Power Integrations	IC LINKSWITCH CV/CC 7.5W 12ESOP	0
L5991D STMicroelectronics	IC REG CTRLR BST FLYBK ISO SO16	1059
NCP1217AD100R2G	SWITCHING CONTROLLER, CURRENT-MO	16158
LNK3202P Power Integrations	IC OFFLN CONV MULT TOP 8DIP	775
NCP1077BBP065G	ENHANCED OFF LINE SWITCHER FOR R	1700
MAX5052BEUA+ Maxim Integrated	IC REG CTRLR BST ISO PWM 8-UMAX	0
UCC2808APW-1G4	UCC2808A-1 LOW-POWER CURRENT-MOD	250
UCC2813PWTR-2 Texas Instruments	SWITCHING CONTROLLER	7500
HF920GS-Z MPS (Monolithic Power Systems)	1000V FIXED FREQUENCY OFF-LINE R	1250
LM5046MHX/NOPB Texas Instruments	IC CTLR FULL BRIDGE PWM 28-TSSOP	0
NCP1382DR2G	SWITCHING CONTROLLER	439403
UCC2804DG4 Texas Instruments	IC REG CTRLR BST FLYBK PWM 8SOIC	0
BM2P091F-GE2 ROHM Semiconductor	IC CONV DC/DC PWM 650V SOP8	2500
MP150GJ-P MPS (Monolithic Power Systems)	IC REG OFFLINE	494

PMIC - AC DC Converters, Offline Switchers

1. Overview

AC-DC converters and offline switchers are critical subcategories of Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs) that convert alternating current (AC) from mains power to direct current (DC) for electronic devices. Offline switchers directly regulate input voltage without requiring a line-frequency transformer, enabling compact and efficient designs. These components are essential in modern electronics for ensuring stable power delivery, energy efficiency, and compliance with global standards like Energy Star and CoC Tier-2.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Flyback Controllers	Isolated topology with energy storage in transformer; suitable for low-to-medium power	Mobile chargers, adapter supplies
Forward Controllers	Higher efficiency for medium-to-high power; requires reset circuitry	Industrial power supplies, telecom rectifiers
Resonant Controllers	ZVS/ZCS techniques for minimal switching losses; high-frequency operation	High-end server PSUs, wireless charging
PFC-Precursors	Boosts power factor to meet regulatory limits; often paired with main converters	Appliances, LED drivers

3. Structure and Components

Typical physical structure includes:

Package Types: DIP, SOP, QFN, or custom power packages
Internal Components:
- Power MOSFET/BJT switches
- PWM/PFM controllers
- Voltage/current feedback circuits
- Protection modules (OVP, OCP, OTP)
- High-voltage startup circuits

Technical composition integrates primary-side regulation (PSR) or secondary-side feedback with optocouplers, often supporting synchronous rectification for efficiency optimization.

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Description	Importance
Input Voltage Range	85-265V AC or 120-400V DC	Global compatibility and surge tolerance
Output Power	1W-500W depending on topology	Determines application scope
Switching Frequency	20kHz-2MHz	Affects EMI, transformer size, and efficiency
Efficiency	85%-96% (varies with load)	Thermal performance and energy costs
Protection Features	Overvoltage, overcurrent, thermal shutdown	System reliability and safety compliance

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Phone chargers, notebook adapters, smart home devices
Industrial: Automation equipment, PLCs, test instruments
Medical: Isolated power supplies for diagnostic equipment
Telecom: 48V rectifiers, base station power systems
Automotive: On-board chargers, vehicle AC-DC systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Texas Instruments	UCC28780	High-frequency resonant controller with GaN support
STMicroelectronics	L6565	Current-mode flyback controller for adapters
Infineon	ICE3BR1765	Integrated CoolSET for SMPS
ON Semiconductor	NCP1342	Quasi-resonant flyback controller
Monolithic Power Systems	MP44010	Primary-side regulated controller

7. Selection Guidelines

Define input/output requirements (voltage, current, power)
Choose topology based on isolation needs and efficiency targets
Evaluate protection features for mission-critical applications
Consider package thermal performance (e.g., exposed pads)
Verify compliance with standards (UL, CE, FCC)
Balance cost vs. integration level (e.g., controller vs. digital PMIC)

Case Study: For a 65W USB-C laptop adapter, select a high-frequency resonant controller with synchronous rectification to achieve >92% efficiency and compact form factor.

8. Industry Trends

Integration: Combining PFC + LLC stages into single chips
Wide Bandgap: SiC/GaN FETs enabling >1MHz switching
Digital Control: Programmable PMICs with real-time optimization
Green Standards: Meeting EU CoC Tier-2 no-load <10mW requirements
AEC-Q Compliance: Growth in automotive-grade offline converters