PMIC - Power Management

PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
TS51231-QFNR Semtech	IC TRANSMITTER DVR WIRELSS 16QFN	3091
TS51223-M000WCSR Semtech	IC RCVR CTLR WIRELESS 20-WLCSP	0
TS61002-QFNR Semtech	FULL BRIDGE HIGH VOLTAGE FET DRI	3156
TS13501STRT Semtech	SSR RELAY DPST-NO 1A 24-36V	2051
TS51111-M22WCSR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS CHARGING 45WCSP	4
TS80000-QFNR Semtech	IC TRANSMITTER DVR WIRELSS 36QFN	372
TS80002-QFNR Semtech	HIGH EFFICIENCY TRANSMITTER CONT	3045
TS81001-QFNR Semtech	IC RECEIVER CTLR WIRELESS 20QFN	70
TS61001-QFNR Semtech	IC FET DRIVER HV 28QFN	5609
TS80003-QFNR Semtech	HIGH EFF TX CONTR WIRELESS POWER	4320
TS51221-M018QFNR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS PWR RCVR	0
SX8122ISTRT Semtech	IC PWR MGMT SINGLE CELL 8-SOIC	0
SX8120ISTRT Semtech	IC PWR MGMT SINGLE CELL 8-SOIC	0
SX8121ISTRT Semtech	IC PWR MGMT SINGLE CELL 8-SOIC	0
TS51111-M22QFNR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS CHARGING 36QFN	0
TS51221-M050QFNR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS PWR RCVR	0
TS51221-M015QFNR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS PWR RCVR	0
TS51221-M033QFNR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS PWR RCVR	0
TS51221-M025QFNR Semtech	IC REG WIRELESS PWR RCVR	0
TS61002Q-QFNR Semtech	IC FET DRIVER HIGH VOLT 28QFN	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