PMIC - LED Drivers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX8830EWE+T

MAX8830EWE+T

Analog Devices, Inc.

LED LIGHT MANAGEMENT IC

459964

LM3406HVQMHQ1

LM3406HVQMHQ1

Texas Instruments

LM3406HV-Q1 1.5A AUTOMOTIVE CONS

1486

MAX8631YETI+

MAX8631YETI+

Analog Devices, Inc.

SWITCHED CAPACITOR REGULATOR, 10

1050

MAX20052ATC+

MAX20052ATC+

Maxim Integrated

AUTOMOTIVE LED - 2A SYNCHRONOUS

0

TLC5940QPWPREP

TLC5940QPWPREP

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER LIN 120MA 28HTSSOP

0

CAT4002ATD-GT3

CAT4002ATD-GT3

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC LED DRIVER LIN DIM TSOT23-6

414336000

AL5890-30P1-13

AL5890-30P1-13

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC LED DRVR LIN PDI123

1241

CAT3614HV2G-T2

CAT3614HV2G-T2

LED DRIVER, 4-SEGMENT

6000

LM4970SD/NOPB

LM4970SD/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRVR LIN DIM 42MA 14WSON

1980

LP8866QDCPRQ1

LP8866QDCPRQ1

Texas Instruments

AUTOMOTIVE DISPLAY LED-BACKLIGHT

1720

LM3503SQ-16

LM3503SQ-16

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 16WQFN

0

A8518KLPTR-T

A8518KLPTR-T

Allegro MicroSystems

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 16TSSOP

3389

LT3517EUF#TRPBF

LT3517EUF#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC LED DRVR RGLTR DIM 1.5A 16QFN

1605

ICM7228CMJI883B

ICM7228CMJI883B

8-DIG LED DISPLAY DECODER DRIVER

580

MP3387LGRT-P

MP3387LGRT-P

MPS (Monolithic Power Systems)

IC LED DRIVER

1000

TPS61141DRCR

TPS61141DRCR

Texas Instruments

TPS61141 DUAL, 2X 27V, 700MA SWI

77870

AL5809-60P1-7

AL5809-60P1-7

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC LED DRVR LIN PWM 60MA PDI12

108717

LT3755EMSE#TRPBF

LT3755EMSE#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC LED DRIVER CTRLR DIM 16MSOP

1908

TLC5928PWR

TLC5928PWR

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER LIN 35MA 24TSSOP

1158

LV5207LP-TE-L-E

LV5207LP-TE-L-E

DISPLAY DRIVER, BICMOS, PQCC24

396000

PMIC - LED Drivers

1. Overview

Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs) with LED Driver functionality are specialized semiconductor devices designed to regulate and control light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in various applications. These drivers provide precise current control, dimming capabilities, and protection features to ensure optimal LED performance. Their importance in modern technology stems from the widespread adoption of LEDs in energy-efficient lighting, display backlights, and automotive systems due to their compact size, long lifespan, and low power consumption.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type Functional Features Application Examples
Constant Current (CC) Drivers Maintain stable output current regardless of voltage variations LED street lighting, industrial lighting systems
Constant Voltage (CV) Drivers Regulate output voltage with current limiting protection LED strips, architectural lighting
Multi-channel Drivers Independent control of multiple LED strings with synchronization RGB lighting, automotive ambient lighting
Dimming-capable Drivers Support PWM or analog dimming with wide adjustment range Smartphone displays, TV backlighting

3. Structure and Components

Typical PMIC LED Driver structure includes: - Semiconductor die with CMOS/Bipolar processes - Power MOSFETs for current regulation - Precision reference voltage circuits - Protection modules (OVP, OCP, OTP) - Control logic for dimming interfaces - Thermal management substrate Packaged in QFN, TSSOP, or WLCSP formats with 16-48 pins depending on channel count and power rating.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Description Importance
Input Voltage Range 4.5V to 40V typical operating range Determines compatibility with power sources
Output Current Accuracy 2-5% regulation tolerance Affects LED brightness consistency
Dimming Ratio 1000:1 (PWM) or 20:1 (analog) Defines brightness control resolution
Efficiency 85-95% typical buck converter efficiency Impacts thermal performance and battery life
Switching Frequency 200kHz-2MHz adjustable range Affects EMI and component size

5. Application Areas

Major industries utilizing PMIC LED drivers include: - Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, tablets, TVs - Automotive: Headlights, interior lighting, display backlighting - Industrial: Factory automation lighting, emergency lighting - Medical: Surgical lighting, diagnostic equipment displays - Smart Home: IoT-enabled lighting systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer Product Family Key Features
Texas Instruments TLC59xx series 16-channel PWM control, 12-bit brightness adjustment
STMicroelectronics LED81XX series Automotive-grade, ASIL-B safety compliance
ON Semiconductor Cat4xxx series Low EMI spread spectrum technology
Infineon Technologies IMC108 series Integrated power MOSFETs, 3A per channel

7. Selection Guidelines

Key selection criteria: - Required output current/voltage specifications - Dimming method compatibility (PWM vs analog) - Number of independent channels needed - Package thermal performance requirements - Protection features (IP rating, fault reporting) - Compliance with industry standards (AEC-Q automotive grade) - Cost vs integration level trade-offs

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Integration with wireless control (Bluetooth/Zigbee) - Higher integration with MCU cores on single die - Adaptive dimming using AI algorithms - Increased adoption of GaN transistors for higher efficiency - Miniaturization for wearable device applications - Enhanced thermal management solutions for automotive use cases

RFQ BOM Call Skype Email
Top