PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MAX253CUA

MAX253CUA

Analog Devices, Inc.

DRIVER FOR RS-48R INTERFACE

500

LTC4365CTS8#TRMPBF

LTC4365CTS8#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OVERVOLTAGE PROT TSOT23-8

28129

LT3484EDCB-2#TRMPBF

LT3484EDCB-2#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PHOTOFLASH CAP CHARGER 6-DFN

0

MAX6425UK26+

MAX6425UK26+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6425 LOW-POWER, SOT MICROPROC

972

MAX6762TARAD0

MAX6762TARAD0

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6762 LOW-POWER, SINGLE/DUAL-V

2266

LTC3554EUD-3#TRPBF

LTC3554EUD-3#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC USB POWER MANAGER 20-QFN

0

LTC3108EGN#PBF

LTC3108EGN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CONV BOOST PROG 4.5MA 16SSOP

56

LTC4361ITS8-2#TRMPBF

LTC4361ITS8-2#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OVERVOLT PROT CONT TSOT23-8

0

HMC980LP4E

HMC980LP4E

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ACTIVE BIAS CONTROLLER 24QFN

978

LTC2971HY#PBF

LTC2971HY#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

2-CHANNEL HIGH VOLTAGE PMBUS POW

0

LTC3225EDDB#TRMPBF

LTC3225EDDB#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC SUPERCAP CHARGER 150MA 10DFN

309

MAX6361PUT46+

MAX6361PUT46+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6361 LOW-POWER MICROPROCESSO

355

LT3484EDCB-0#TRPBF

LT3484EDCB-0#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PHOTOFLASH CAP CHARGER 6-DFN

0

HMC980LP4ETR

HMC980LP4ETR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ACTIVE BIAS CONTROLLER 24QFN

59

MAX5903LAEUT+

MAX5903LAEUT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX5903 +72V TDFN, SIMPLE SWAPPE

1592

MAX825LEXK+

MAX825LEXK+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX825 5-PIN MICROPROCESSOR SUPE

1247

MAX6385XS31D3+

MAX6385XS31D3+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6385 SINGLE LOW-VOLTAGE, LOW-

2157

LTC3577EUFF#PBF

LTC3577EUFF#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PWR MANAGEMENT HANDHELD 44QFN

278

MAX6427DHUR+

MAX6427DHUR+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6427 LOW-POWER, SINGLE-LEVEL

1638

MAX6436UT+

MAX6436UT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6436 LOW-POWER, SINGLE/DUAL-L

96

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

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Battery PMICsIntegrate battery charging, fuel gauging, and protection circuitsSmartphones, wearable devices
DC-DC ControllersRegulate voltage conversion with external MOSFETsHigh-performance computing (HPC) systems
AC-DC ControllersConvert AC to DC with power factor correction (PFC)Server power supplies, industrial equipment
LED DriversProvide constant current for LED arraysAutomotive lighting, display backlighting
Multi-Channel PMICsSupport multiple regulated outputs with sequencingMedical 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

ParameterImportance
Input Voltage RangeDetermines compatibility with power sources (e.g., 2.7V-24V for battery systems)
Output Current CapabilityDefines maximum load support (e.g., 0.5A-10A per channel)
Efficiency (Typical >90%)Impacts thermal performance and battery life
Quiescent CurrentCrucial for low-power standby modes (<10 A typical)
Protection FeaturesEnsures reliability under fault conditions
Operating TemperatureIndustrial (-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

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Texas InstrumentsTPS659126-channel PMIC for AMOLED displays
STMicroelectronicsSTM32L4 Series PMICUltra-low-power with dynamic voltage scaling
ON SemiconductorNCP185xHigh-current battery charger with JEITA compliance
Analog DevicesLTC297xDigital power system management (PSM) IC
InfineonPSoC 6 PMICIntegrated with microcontroller for IoT applications

7. Selection Guidelines

  1. Define system power rails and sequencing requirements
  2. Match input voltage range with source characteristics (battery, AC adapter, etc.)
  3. Evaluate thermal performance under maximum load
  4. Prioritize protection features for critical applications
  5. 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
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