PMIC - LED Drivers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LM3642TLE-LT/NOPB

LM3642TLE-LT/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 9DSBGA

40

LT3756EMSE#TRPBF

LT3756EMSE#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC LED DRIVER CTRLR DIM 16MSOP

3632

LT3755JMSE-2#TRPBF

LT3755JMSE-2#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

40VIN, 75VOUT LED CNTRS

0

ISL97693IRTZ

ISL97693IRTZ

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 16TQFN

0

LM27951SD/NOPB

LM27951SD/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 14WSON

2302

HV9910BLG-G

HV9910BLG-G

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC LED DRIVER CTRLR DIM 8SOIC

5137

TPS61158DRVR

TPS61158DRVR

Texas Instruments

TPS61158 30V WLED DRIVER WITH IN

96500

BD8379FV-ME2

BD8379FV-ME2

ROHM Semiconductor

12CH LED DRIVER IC WITH 3-LINE S

0

TPS61054DRCR

TPS61054DRCR

Texas Instruments

LED DRIVER, 1-SEGMENT, PDSO10

4500

MP3318GC-Z

MP3318GC-Z

MPS (Monolithic Power Systems)

3-CHANNEL, MAX 38V OUTPUT,LINEAR

0

MAX1910EUB+T

MAX1910EUB+T

Maxim Integrated

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR 120MA 10UMAX

0

TLC5945PWPR

TLC5945PWPR

Texas Instruments

TLC5945 16-CHANNEL LED DRIVER W/

65300

LM2796TLX/NOPB

LM2796TLX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 18TUSMD

0

A80602KESJSR

A80602KESJSR

Allegro MicroSystems

SIX-CHANNEL LED CONTROLLER WITH

0

LT3592EMSE#PBF

LT3592EMSE#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR 50MA 10MSOP

913

LM3402HVMM/NOPB

LM3402HVMM/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 8VSSOP

2843

LP8864QDCPRQ1

LP8864QDCPRQ1

Texas Instruments

AUTOMOTIVE DISPLAY LED-BACKLIGHT

1529

AL8860QMP-13

AL8860QMP-13

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

LED MV INT SWITCH MSOP-8EP

0

LT3517IUF#PBF

LT3517IUF#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC LED DRVR RGLTR DIM 1.5A 16QFN

220

TPS61040DRVR

TPS61040DRVR

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRVR RGLTR DIM 350MA 6SON

3039

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

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