PMIC - LED Drivers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LP8545SQE/NOPB

LP8545SQE/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 24WQFN

264

MAX16833DAUE+

MAX16833DAUE+

Maxim Integrated

IC LED DRIVER CTRLR DIM 16TSSOP

0

IS31FL3218-QFLS2-TR

IS31FL3218-QFLS2-TR

Lumissil Microsystems

IC LED DRIVER 18CH CC PWM 24QFN

0

LT3799IMSE-1#PBF

LT3799IMSE-1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC LED DRIVER OFFL DIM 16MSOP

0

PAM2861CBR

PAM2861CBR

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC LED DRVR RGLTR DIM 1A SOT89-5

12865

TLE4242G

TLE4242G

IR (Infineon Technologies)

TLE4242 - LITIX LINEAR, LED DRIV

0

AP8800FNG-7

AP8800FNG-7

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 10DFN

5798

MIC3231YTSE-TR

MIC3231YTSE-TR

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC LED DRIVER CTRLR DIM 16TSSOP

0

NCV7691D10R2G

NCV7691D10R2G

CURRENT CONTROLLER FOR AUTOMOTIV

6000

LP5012PWR

LP5012PWR

Texas Instruments

12-CHANNEL I2C CONSTANT-CURRENT

129710000

AP1688MTR-G1

AP1688MTR-G1

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC LED DRIVER OFFLINE 300MA 8SO

3405

ZXLD1356QDACTC

ZXLD1356QDACTC

Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)

IC LED DRIVER REGULATOR 6DFN

0

BD60A00NUX-TR

BD60A00NUX-TR

ROHM Semiconductor

IC WHTE LED DVR PWM 11LED 8VSON

48

LP8552TLE-E06/NOPB

LP8552TLE-E06/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER RGLTR DIM 25DSBGA

498

TLC5925IPWRG4

TLC5925IPWRG4

Texas Instruments

IC LED DRIVER LIN 45MA 24TSSOP

0

ADM8845ACP-REEL7

ADM8845ACP-REEL7

Analog Devices, Inc.

CHARGE-PUMP DRIVER FOR LCD LED

2553

TPS92663QPWPTQ1

TPS92663QPWPTQ1

Texas Instruments

PWR MGMT SWITCHING REGULATOR

250

TPS60255RTER

TPS60255RTER

Texas Instruments

TPS60255 7-CHANNEL, HIGH EFFICIE

72000

LED2000PUR

LED2000PUR

STMicroelectronics

IC LED DRVR RGLTR DIM 3A 8VFQFPN

0

HV9922N3-G

HV9922N3-G

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC LED DRIVER OFFL DIM TO92-3

11

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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