PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LT8698SEV-1#PBF

LT8698SEV-1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

5V/ 3A, USB CHARGER WITH CABLE C

480

HMC981LP3E

HMC981LP3E

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ACTIVE BIAS CONTROLLER 16QFN

1135

LTC3589IUJ-1#PBF

LTC3589IUJ-1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CONV DC/DC 8-OUTPUT 40QFN

233

MAX6719UTSFD3+

MAX6719UTSFD3+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6719 TRIPLE, ULTRA-LOW-VOLTAG

20796

MAX6751KA16+

MAX6751KA16+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6751 UP RESET CKT W/CAPACITOR

0

MAX8621YETG+

MAX8621YETG+

Analog Devices, Inc.

STEP-DOWN DC-DC CONVERTER

20299

MAX1559ETE

MAX1559ETE

Analog Devices, Inc.

5-OUTPUT POWER-MANAGEMENT IC

373

MAX1798EGP

MAX1798EGP

Analog Devices, Inc.

CDMA CELLULAR/PCS SYSTEM POWER

4301

MAX17073ETJ+

MAX17073ETJ+

Analog Devices, Inc.

LIGHT-MANAGEMENT IC

4020

MAX5900LBETT+

MAX5900LBETT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX5900 -100V TDFN, SIMPLE SWAPP

100

LT3468ES5-1#TRPBF

LT3468ES5-1#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PHOTOFLASH CAP CHRGR TSOT23-5

0

MAX6348XR35+

MAX6348XR35+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6348 3-PIN, ULTRA-LOW-POWER S

405

LTC4362CDCB-2#TRMPBF

LTC4362CDCB-2#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OVP/OVC PROTECT AUTORTRY 8DFN

342

MAX6762TAWED0

MAX6762TAWED0

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6762 LOW-POWER, SINGLE/DUAL-V

1711

MAX6832VXRD3+

MAX6832VXRD3+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6832 ULTRA-LOW-VOLTAGE VOLTAG

1680

LT3485EDD-0#TRPBF

LT3485EDD-0#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CHARGER PHOTOFLASH 10-DFN

0

MAX6837HXSD0+

MAX6837HXSD0+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6837 ULTRA-LOW-VOLTAGE VOLTAG

2148

LTC3109EUF#PBF

LTC3109EUF#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC BOOST CONVERTER PMU 20QFN

72

LTC3350EUHF#PBF

LTC3350EUHF#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC BACKUP CTRLR CHRG/MON 38QFN

0

ADN8834ACPZ-R2

ADN8834ACPZ-R2

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC THERMO COOLER DRIVER 24LFCSP

3879

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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