PMIC - Display Drivers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
ICM7212AIPL

ICM7212AIPL

Analog Devices, Inc.

FOUR DIGIT DISPLAY DRIVER

1012

LC75857W-E

LC75857W-E

LIQUID CRYSTAL DRIVER, 164-SEGME

167

PCA85134H/Q900/1,1

PCA85134H/Q900/1,1

NXP Semiconductors

IC DRVR 7 SEGMENT 80LQFP

0

BU91799KV-ME2

BU91799KV-ME2

ROHM Semiconductor

IC DRVR 200 SEGMENT 64VQFP

995

AD8383ACPZ

AD8383ACPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

LIQUID CRYSTAL DRIVER, 6-SEGMENT

5518

ICL7107CPL

ICL7107CPL

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

ADC, DUAL-SLOPE, 3-BIT, 1 FUNC,

4068

CD4511BNSR

CD4511BNSR

Texas Instruments

IC DRVR 7 SEGMENT 16SO

6071

MAX6951EEE+T

MAX6951EEE+T

Maxim Integrated

IC DRVR 7 SEGMNT 8 DIGIT 16QSOP

33

AD8387JSVZ

AD8387JSVZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

HIGH PERFORMANCE,12 BIT,12-CHANN

4755

CD74HC4511MG4

CD74HC4511MG4

CD74HC4511 HIGH SPEED CMOS LOGIC

320

NCP5810CMUTXG

NCP5810CMUTXG

SWITCHING REGULATOR

2300

TLC7135CDW

TLC7135CDW

Texas Instruments

IC DRVR 4 1/2 DIGIT 28SOIC

190

MAX6957AAI+

MAX6957AAI+

Maxim Integrated

IC DRVR 7/16/20 SEGMENT 28SSOP

6543128

TSL1014IYFT

TSL1014IYFT

STMicroelectronics

IC DRVR 14+1 CHAN BUFFER 48TQFP

2034

LC75863WS-E

LC75863WS-E

LIQUID CRYSTAL DRIVER

12618

ICM7211AIPL+

ICM7211AIPL+

Maxim Integrated

IC DRVR 7 SEGMENT 4 DIGIT 40DIP

80320

MAX7221ENG+

MAX7221ENG+

Maxim Integrated

IC DRVR 7 SEGMENT 8 DIGIT 24DIP

117830

BU97981GU-ZE2

BU97981GU-ZE2

ROHM Semiconductor

IC LCD DVR MULTIFUNCTION 64VBGA

2295

TC14433AELI

TC14433AELI

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC DRVR 7 SEG 3 1/2 DIGIT 28PLCC

0

LC75886PWH-H

LC75886PWH-H

LCD DISPLAY DRIVER

19402

PMIC - Display Drivers

1. Overview

Power Management ICs (PMICs) for Display Drivers are specialized integrated circuits designed to manage power delivery and control signals for display technologies. They optimize power efficiency, brightness control, color accuracy, and timing synchronization for displays. These ICs are critical in modern devices such as smartphones, tablets, automotive displays, and industrial equipment, where energy efficiency and visual performance are paramount.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
LCD Segment/Segmented DriversSupport segmented LCD panels with low-voltage biasing and multiplexingWatches, calculators, industrial meters
OLED Panel DriversProvide precise current control for organic light-emitting diodesSmartphones, wearables, VR headsets
LED Backlight DriversRegulate current for LCD backlighting using PWM or analog dimmingLaptops, TVs, automotive infotainment
ePaper Display DriversOptimize voltage waveforms for bistable electrophoretic displaysE-readers, electronic shelf labels
Integrated PMIC-Display CombosCombine power management with display timing/controllersTablets, automotive cluster displays

3. Structure and Composition

PMIC Display Drivers typically include:

  • Power Conversion Circuits: DC-DC converters (boost/buck) or charge pumps for voltage regulation
  • Current Sources: Precision-controlled sinks/sources for pixel activation
  • Timing Controllers: Generate gate/source driving signals synchronized with input video
  • Interface Modules: I2C, SPI, or MIPI DSI for communication with host processors
  • Protection Circuits: Overcurrent, overtemperature, and short-circuit safeguards

Common packaging: QFN, BGA, or WLCSP with 40-200 pins depending on integration level.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Output Current RangeMaximum current per channel (10 A 100mA)Determines display brightness capability
Voltage AccuracyRegulation tolerance ( 1% 5%)Impacts image stability and flicker reduction
Dimming ResolutionPWM frequency and bit depth (8 16 bits)Enables fine brightness adjustments
Power EfficiencyConversion efficiency (70% 95%)Extends battery life in portable devices
Operating TemperatureRange (-40 C to +125 C)Ensures reliability in harsh environments

5. Application Areas

  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones (OLED drivers), tablets (integrated PMICs)
  • Automotive: Instrument clusters (TFT-LCD drivers), HUDs (LED backlight controllers)
  • Medical Devices: Diagnostic displays (high-accuracy OLED drivers)
  • Industrial: HMI panels (segmented LCD drivers with ruggedization)
  • AR/VR: Microdisplay drivers with high refresh rates

6. Key Manufacturers and Representative Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
Texas InstrumentsLM3630A18-channel WLED driver with 16-bit PWM dimming
STMicroelectronicsSTLD4040V automotive LED driver with fault diagnostics
Renesas ElectronicsR2R46ePaper display driver with on-chip waveform ROM
Analog DevicesAD5522LCD segment driver for industrial test equipment
Novatek MicroelectronicsNT51021Integrated TDDI PMIC for mobile OLED panels

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

  1. Display Type: Match IC to LCD/OLED/ePaper requirements
  2. Power Requirements: Calculate total current/voltage needs
  3. Interface Compatibility: Verify processor interface (MIPI vs. SPI)
  4. Thermal Management: Check thermal resistance ratings for high-load scenarios
  5. Cost vs. Integration: Balance discrete drivers vs. all-in-one PMIC solutions

Example: For a 6.1" smartphone OLED display, select an IC like Novatek NT51021 with integrated gate control and >90% efficiency.

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include:

  • Mini/Micro-LED Support: Drivers for high-density emissive displays
  • AI Integration: On-chip algorithms for dynamic power optimization
  • Higher Integration: PMICs combining display, touchscreen, and sensor control
  • Energy Harvesting: Self-powered driver architectures
  • 0.1 A Standby Current: Ultra-low quiescent current for always-on displays

Market growth driven by automotive displays (CAGR 12.3% 2023 2030) and AR/VR adoption.

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