PMIC - Power Management

PMIC - Power Management - Specialized

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MCZ33789BAE,557 NXP Semiconductors	AIRBAG SYSTEM BASIS CHIP WITH PO	0
MC35FS6512NAE NXP Semiconductors	FS6500	0
MC35FS4501CAER2 NXP Semiconductors	FS4500	0
MC32PF1550A5EPR2 NXP Semiconductors	PF1550	0
MC34VR500V4ESR2 NXP Semiconductors	REGULATOR BUCK QUAD WITH UP TO	0
MC34PF3001A4EP NXP Semiconductors	POWER MANAGEMENT IC, I.MX7, PRE-	260
MPF7100BVMA3ES NXP Semiconductors	PF7100 PMIC I.MX8DXP/DX	0
MWCT1014SFVLH NXP Semiconductors	WCT1014SF 64 LQFP	0
MC33FS5502Y0ES NXP Semiconductors	HIGH VOLTAGE PMIC QFN56	517
MC33FS8430G0ES NXP Semiconductors	SYSTEM BASIS CHIP FS8430	520
MC34VR500V5ESR2 NXP Semiconductors	REGULATOR BUCK QUAD WITH UP TO	0
MC34PF1550A8EP NXP Semiconductors	POWER MANAGEMENT IC 3 BUCK REGS	0
MC32PF1550A1EPR2 NXP Semiconductors	POWER MANAGEMENT IC: 3 BUCK REGS	4807
MC33FS4503NAER2 NXP Semiconductors	SYSTEM BASIS CHIP LINEAR 0.5A V	0
MC34FS6408NAER2 NXP Semiconductors	SYSTEM BASIS CHIP CAN 5V 1.5	0
MC32PF4210A4ES NXP Semiconductors	PF4210	0
MC35FS6511NAER2 NXP Semiconductors	FS6500	0
MC34PF3000A7EPR2 NXP Semiconductors	POWER MANAGEMENT IC I.MX7 PRE-	0
MC32PF1510A5EP NXP Semiconductors	PF1510	0
MC33FS6510NAE NXP Semiconductors	SYSTEM BASIS CHIP DCDC 1.5A VCO	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