PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

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LTC1923EUH#PBF

LTC1923EUH#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC THERMOELEC COOLER CNTRLR32QFN

485

MAX6861UK17+

MAX6861UK17+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6861 NANOPOWER MICROPROCESSOR

1578

LTC1699EMS8-82#TRPBF

LTC1699EMS8-82#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PROGRAMMER VOLT SMBUS 8MSOP

0

LTC3625EDE-1#TRPBF

LTC3625EDE-1#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC SUPERCAP CHARGER 1A 12DFN

0

LTC3588EDD-2#PBF

LTC3588EDD-2#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ENERGY HARVESTING PSU 10DFN

423

MAX6823MUK+

MAX6823MUK+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6823 LOW-VOLTAGE MICROPROCES

0

LTC3589EUJ-2#TRPBF

LTC3589EUJ-2#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER MANAGEMENT

2841

LT3485EDD-1#PBF

LT3485EDD-1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CHARGER PHOTOFLASH 10-DFN

0

MAX1666SEEE

MAX1666SEEE

Analog Devices, Inc.

POWER SUPPLY SUPPORT CIRCUIT, AD

60

LTC4367HDD#PBF

LTC4367HDD#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

SUPPLY PROTECTION CONTROLLER

2400

MXD1810XR41+

MXD1810XR41+

Analog Devices, Inc.

LOW-POWER MICROPROCESSOR RESET C

2378

LTC3577EUFF-3#PBF

LTC3577EUFF-3#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

POWER SUPPLY MANAGEMENT CIRCUIT,

2672

LTC3588IMSE-1#TRPBF

LTC3588IMSE-1#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ENERGY HARVESTING PSU 10MSOP

0

MAX6333UR16D3+

MAX6333UR16D3+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6333 3-PIN, ULTRA-LOW-VOLTAGE

970

LTC1153CS8#PBF

LTC1153CS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ELECTR CIRCUIT BREAKER 8-SOIC

4569

LTC4367IMS8#TRPBF

LTC4367IMS8#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

SUPPLY PROTECTION CONTROLLER

0

ADP3408ARU-2.5-RL

ADP3408ARU-2.5-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC GSM PWR MGMT SYST 28TSSOP

17230

MAX8890ETCBBB-T

MAX8890ETCBBB-T

Analog Devices, Inc.

CELLULAR RF POWER-MANAGEMENT

10000

MAX6314US44D1+

MAX6314US44D1+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6314 68HC11/BIDIRECTIONAL-COM

158

MAX6397ZATA

MAX6397ZATA

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6397 OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION S

172

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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