PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

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MAX6867UK17D3S+

MAX6867UK17D3S+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6867 NANOPOWER MICROPROCESSOR

7731

LT2940IMS#PBF

LT2940IMS#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CURRENT/POWER MONITOR 12MSOP

1337

MAX1798AEUP

MAX1798AEUP

Analog Devices, Inc.

CDMA CELLULAR/PCS SYSTEM POWER

1532

LTC3589EUJ-2#PBF

LTC3589EUJ-2#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC DC/DC CONV 8-OUTPUT 40QFN

1720

LTC3588EDD-2#TRPBF

LTC3588EDD-2#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ENERGY HARVESTING PSU 10DFN

0

MAX6380XR41+

MAX6380XR41+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6380 3-PIN, ULTRA-LOW-POWER V

2175

MAX6414UK26+

MAX6414UK26+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6414 LOW-POWER, SINGLE-VOLTAG

929

LTC3589IUJ#TRPBF

LTC3589IUJ#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC DC/DC CONV 8-OUTPUT 40QFN

0

MAX6719UTTED3+

MAX6719UTTED3+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6719 TRIPLE, ULTRA-LOW-VOLTAG

1153

MAX888ECJ

MAX888ECJ

Analog Devices, Inc.

HANDSET POWER-MANAGEMENT IC

249

MAX6760TATWD3

MAX6760TATWD3

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6760 LOW-POWER, DUAL-VOLTAGE

450

MAX1552ETE

MAX1552ETE

Analog Devices, Inc.

COMPLETE POWER FOR LOW-COST PDA

2151

LTC1923EGN#TRPBF

LTC1923EGN#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CONTROLLER TEC HI EFF 28SSOP

1907

MAX1799EGP+

MAX1799EGP+

Analog Devices, Inc.

SYSTEM POWER SUPPLIES

94

LT2940IMS#TRPBF

LT2940IMS#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER/CURRENT MONITOR 12MSOP

1942

MAX6705ARKA+

MAX6705ARKA+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6705 LOW-VOLTAGE, MICROPROCES

2016

MAX1799AEUP

MAX1799AEUP

Analog Devices, Inc.

CDMA CELLULAR/PCS SYSTEM POWER

2020

MAX6360TWUT+

MAX6360TWUT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6360 DUAL-VOLTAGE MICROPROCES

567

LT6110HDC#TRPBF

LT6110HDC#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC WIRE DROP COMPENSATOR

0

MAX6344MUT+

MAX6344MUT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX6344 6-PIN MICROPROCESSOR RES

2066

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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