PMIC - Power Management

PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MAX5901ABEUT+ Analog Devices, Inc.	MAX5901 -100V TDFN, SIMPLE SWAPP	493
SI8946BB-ISR Silicon Labs	POWER ISOLATION	0
LTC3567EUF#TRPBF Analog Devices, Inc.	IC USB POWER MANAGER 24-QFN	0
MC32PF1510A3EPR2 NXP Semiconductors	PF1510	8714
TPS61120PW Texas Instruments	IC BOOST CONV DUAL-OUT 16-TSSOP	643
TPS65217BRSLT Texas Instruments	IC PMIC FOR MOBILE BATT 48VQFN	0
MC34PF1510A2EPR2 NXP Semiconductors	PF1510	0
MAX14576CVB+T Maxim Integrated	IC USB CHARGE DETECTOR 10UTQFN	0
TPS650001RTER Texas Instruments	TPS650001 2.25MHZ STEP-DOWN CONV	1970
STPMIC1EPQR STMicroelectronics	14 OUTPUT RAILS PMIC 4 ADJUSTABL	1000
MAX6780LTB+ Analog Devices, Inc.	MAX6780 LOW-POWER, 1PERCENT-ACCU	6330
TPS2071DAPG4 Texas Instruments	IC PCMCIA PWR I/F SW 32HTSSOP	0
MC13892AJVLR2 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NXP Semiconductors)	POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT, ADJ	6000
UCD9240PFCR Texas Instruments	SWITCHING CONTROLLER, 2000KHZ SW	72
P91E0A-01BVG2 Renesas Electronics America	CABGA 9.00X9.00X0.90 MM, 0.65MM	0
MAX6387XS46D3+ Analog Devices, Inc.	MAX6387 SC70, SINGLE LOW-VOLTAGE	1921
ADM1185ARMZ-1 Analog Devices, Inc.	QUAD VOLTAGE MONITOR AND SEQUENC	0
DRV593VFPR Texas Instruments	IC PWM PWR DRVR HI-EFF 32-HLQFP	487
MC33PF8200DNESR2 NXP Semiconductors	POWER MANAGEMENT IC I.MX8 PRE-PR	0
LTC4365ITS8-1#TRMPBF Analog Devices, Inc.	IC OVERVOLTAGE PROT TSOT23-8	0

PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

1. Overview

Specialized Power Management ICs (PMICs) are application-specific integrated circuits designed to optimize power distribution and management in electronic systems. These devices provide tailored solutions for voltage regulation, battery management, power sequencing, and energy efficiency optimization. Their importance in modern technology lies in enabling compact designs, reducing power consumption, and improving reliability for applications ranging from mobile devices to automotive systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Battery PMICs	Integrate battery charging, fuel gauging, and protection circuits	Smartphones, wearable devices
DC-DC Controllers	Regulate voltage conversion with external MOSFETs	High-performance computing (HPC) systems
AC-DC Controllers	Convert AC to DC with power factor correction (PFC)	Server power supplies, industrial equipment
LED Drivers	Provide constant current for LED arrays	Automotive lighting, display backlighting
Multi-Channel PMICs	Support multiple regulated outputs with sequencing	Medical imaging equipment, IoT gateways

3. Structure and Components

Typical physical structure includes:

QFN/BGA packages for compact PCB integration
Internal blocks: Voltage regulators (LDOs, DC-DC converters), ADC/DAC modules, I2C/SPI interfaces
Protection circuits: Overcurrent (OCP), Overvoltage (OVP), Thermal shutdown (OTP)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance
Input Voltage Range	Determines compatibility with power sources (e.g., 2.7V-24V for battery systems)
Output Current Capability	Defines maximum load support (e.g., 0.5A-10A per channel)
Efficiency (Typical >90%)	Impacts thermal performance and battery life
Quiescent Current	Crucial for low-power standby modes (<10 A typical)
Protection Features	Ensures reliability under fault conditions
Operating Temperature	Industrial (-40 C to +125 C) or automotive (-40 C to +150 C) grades

5. Application Areas

Consumer Electronics: Mobile phones, tablets, AR/VR headsets
Automotive: ADAS systems, electric vehicle (EV) battery management
Industrial: PLC systems, robotics actuators
Healthcare: Portable diagnostic devices, MRI gradient coil drivers
IoT: Edge sensors, smart meters

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Texas Instruments	TPS65912	6-channel PMIC for AMOLED displays
STMicroelectronics	STM32L4 Series PMIC	Ultra-low-power with dynamic voltage scaling
ON Semiconductor	NCP185x	High-current battery charger with JEITA compliance
Analog Devices	LTC297x	Digital power system management (PSM) IC
Infineon	PSoC 6 PMIC	Integrated with microcontroller for IoT applications

7. Selection Guidelines

Define system power rails and sequencing requirements
Match input voltage range with source characteristics (battery, AC adapter, etc.)
Evaluate thermal performance under maximum load
Prioritize protection features for critical applications
Consider digital monitoring capabilities for smart systems

8. Industry Trends

Key trends shaping PMIC development:

Integration of wide-bandgap (SiC/GaN) drivers in power stages
AI-enabled dynamic power optimization for edge computing
48V direct-to-load architectures for data centers
Functional safety compliance (ISO 26262) for automotive systems
Sub-1 A leakage current management for battery-free IoT devices