PMIC - Power Distribution Switches, Load Drivers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TLE6288RAUMA2

TLE6288RAUMA2

IR (Infineon Technologies)

TLE6288 - CONSTANT CURRENT CONTR

857

ISP452HUMA1

ISP452HUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC PWR SWTCH N-CHAN 1:1 SOT223-4

9285

IPS021S

IPS021S

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IPS021 - AUTOMOTIVE INTELLIGENT

9323

BTS52312GSXUMA1

BTS52312GSXUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

HALF BRIDGE BASED PERIPHERAL DRI

151401

BTS5014SDA

BTS5014SDA

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BTS5014 - PROFET - SMART HIGH SI

7350

BTS61101SJAXUMA1

BTS61101SJAXUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BUFFER/INVERTER BASED PERIPHERAL

2480

TLE75008EMDXUMA1

TLE75008EMDXUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SPI DRIVER FOR RELAY CONTROL

0

ITS4100S-SJ-N

ITS4100S-SJ-N

IR (Infineon Technologies)

ITS4100 - PROFET - SMART HIGH SI

39237

BTT60201ERAXUMA1

BTT60201ERAXUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC PWR SWITCH N-CHAN 1:1 TDSO-14

0

TLE75620EMTXUMA1

TLE75620EMTXUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BUFFER/INVERTER BASED PERIPHERAL

0

BTS3134NHUMA1

BTS3134NHUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC PWR SWTCH N-CHAN 1:1 SOT223-4

50716

AUIR3320STRL

AUIR3320STRL

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BUFFER/INVERTER BASED PERIPHERAL

0

BTS41K0SMENHUMA1

BTS41K0SMENHUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BTS41K0 - PROFET - SMART HIGH SI

47690

ISO1H801GAUMA1

ISO1H801GAUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC PWR DRIVER N-CHAN 1:1 DSO-36

7

AUIPS1041R

AUIPS1041R

IR (Infineon Technologies)

INTELLIGENT POWER SWITCH

1039

AUIPS7081

AUIPS7081

IR (Infineon Technologies)

AUIPS7081 - PROFET - SMART HIGH

1996

BTS54040LBFAUMA1

BTS54040LBFAUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

SPOC SPI POWER CONTROLLER

31879

BTS410E2E3062ABUMA1

BTS410E2E3062ABUMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

BTS410E2 - BTS410E - CLASSIC PRO

0

AUIPS7145RTRL

AUIPS7145RTRL

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC PWR SWITCH N-CHANNEL 1:1 DPAK

5

ITS428L2ATMA1

ITS428L2ATMA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC PWR SWITCH N-CHAN 1:1 TO252-5

2421

PMIC - Power Distribution Switches, Load Drivers

1. Overview

Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs) featuring Power Distribution Switches and Load Drivers are critical components in modern electronic systems. These devices manage power routing, load control, and protection functions in applications ranging from portable devices to industrial equipment. Power Distribution Switches handle voltage/current path selection, while Load Drivers provide controlled driving capability for high-current loads. Their integration improves system efficiency, reduces component count, and enhances reliability.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Load SwitchesLow RDS(on), fast turn-on/off, inrush current controlSmartphones, laptops, servers
Distribution SwitchesMulti-channel power path management, fault isolationAutomotive systems, industrial PLCs
Smart Load DriversIntegrated FETs + protection logic, current sensingRobotics, motor controls, LED lighting
Hot Swap ControllersControlled startup, overcurrent/voltage protectionData center servers, telecom equipment

3. Structure & Composition

Typical components include:

  • Power MOSFETs (usually NMOS/PMOS) with low on-resistance
  • Gate drivers and control logic circuits
  • Protection modules (OCP, OVP, OTP, UVLO)
  • Current sensing elements (shunt resistors or amplifiers)
  • Thermal management structures (heat spreaders, thermal vias)

Common packaging: QFN, TSSOP, BGA with exposed thermal pads

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
RDS(on)On-state resistance (1-50 m range)Directly affects conduction loss
IMAXMaximum continuous current (0.5-10A typical)Determines load capacity
VSUPPLYOperating voltage range (2.7-40V typical)System compatibility factor
tON/OFFSwitching transition time (1-100 s)Affects EMI and power efficiency
Quiescent CurrentStandby power consumption ( A range)Battery life consideration

5. Application Fields

  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones (display/backlight drivers), notebooks (peripheral power control)
  • Automotive: Electric vehicle power distribution, ADAS sensor power management
  • Industrial: PLCs, motor drives, test equipment
  • Telecom/Datacom: Server power rails, PoE systems, base stations
  • Medical: Portable diagnostic devices, imaging equipment

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
Texas InstrumentsTPS229xx family18m RDS(on), 6A rating, load current monitoring
STMicroelectronicsVN7000 seriesSmart high-side switches, automotive qualified
InfineonBTS7xx seriesIntegrated diagnostics, 24V operation
ON SemiconductorNCP380 series40V tolerant, fast overcurrent protection

7. Selection Recommendations

Key consideration factors:

  1. Current/voltage requirements with safety margins (>20% over spec)
  2. Thermal performance: Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance
  3. Protection features matching application environment
  4. Control interface compatibility (GPIO, I2C, PWM)
  5. Package size vs. board space constraints

Case Study: For a 12V/3A motor driver in an industrial robot, select a device with:

  • RDS(on) < 30m to limit loss to <0.27W
  • Operating temperature range -40 C to 125 C
  • Integrated current sensing for feedback control

8. Industry Trends

  • Integration of GaN/SiC FETs for higher efficiency (2024-2030)
  • Development of bidirectional switches for energy recovery systems
  • Increasing adoption of digital control interfaces (PMBus compliance)
  • Tighter functional safety compliance (ISO 26262 for automotive)
  • Advanced thermal packaging (double-sided cooling, copper pillar technology)
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