PMIC - Power Supply Controllers, Monitors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
ISL6506CBZ-T

ISL6506CBZ-T

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT, FIXED

2500

FAN6248LDMX

FAN6248LDMX

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

LLC SR CONTROLLER

10000

SEN012DG-TL

SEN012DG-TL

Power Integrations

IC SIGNAL DISCONNECT 2CH 8SOIC

2250

LTC2954CDDB-1#TRMPBF

LTC2954CDDB-1#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PUSH BUTTON ON/OFF CTRLR 8DFN

6119

UC2543DWG4

UC2543DWG4

Texas Instruments

IC 2.5V PWR SUPPLY MON 16-SOIC

0

ADP1043AACPZ-RL

ADP1043AACPZ-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

DIGITAL CONTROLLER FOR ISOLATED

6246

KA3505

KA3505

POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT, FIXED

13258

TEA1999TK/2J

TEA1999TK/2J

NXP Semiconductors

IC CTRLR SYNC RECT HVSON8

11784

LTC2945CMS-1#TRPBF

LTC2945CMS-1#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER MONITOR I2C 12-MSOP

0

LTC2956IMS-1#PBF

LTC2956IMS-1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PB ON/OFF CONTROLLER 12MSOP

175

LTC3726EGN#PBF

LTC3726EGN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC SECONDARY SIDE CTRLR 16SSOP

248

LTC4151IMS-1#TRPBF

LTC4151IMS-1#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CURRENT MONITOR(12BIT) 10MSOP

1560

LTC2992HMS-1#PBF

LTC2992HMS-1#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC PWR MONITOR DUAL WIDE 16MSOP LTC2992HMS-1#PBF

10000

LTC2924CGN#TRPBF

LTC2924CGN#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER SUPPLY SEQUENCER 16SSOP

2803

LM5115MTC/NOPB

LM5115MTC/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC SECONDARY SIDE CTRLR 16TSSOP

0

LTC2938HDE#PBF

LTC2938HDE#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FOUR PWR SUPPLY MONITOR 12DFN

528

LTC2924IGN#PBF

LTC2924IGN#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER SUPPLY SEQUENCER 16SSOP

2826

FAN6292MX

FAN6292MX

ZENER DIODE

7500

ADP1043ACPZ-RL

ADP1043ACPZ-RL

Analog Devices, Inc.

DIGITALLY PROGRAMMABLE REGULATOR

10298

HIP5010IS1

HIP5010IS1

7V, 17 AMP SYNCHROFET COMPLEMENT

1981

PMIC - Power Supply Controllers, Monitors

1. Overview

Power Supply Controllers and Monitors (PSCMs) are critical subcategories of Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs) that manage voltage regulation, current control, power sequencing, and system monitoring in electronic devices. These components ensure stable power delivery, optimize energy efficiency, and protect against faults such as overvoltage, undervoltage, and overheating. Their importance spans across consumer electronics, industrial systems, automotive electronics, and IoT devices, where precise power management is essential for performance and reliability.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type Functional Features Application Examples
Multi-Channel Controllers Supports multiple independent or synchronized power rails; integrated MOSFET drivers Smartphones, FPGA power supplies
Single-Channel Controllers Optimized for dedicated DC-DC or AC-DC conversion; high precision regulation Wearable devices, sensor modules
Power Monitors Measures voltage, current, power, and temperature; I C/SMBus communication Server power management, battery monitoring
Digital Power Controllers Programmable via PMBus; real-time adaptive control Data centers, telecom infrastructure

3. Structure and Components

A typical PSCM integrates analog and digital modules within a compact semiconductor package (e.g., QFN, BGA). Key components include:

  • Reference Voltage Generator: Provides stable voltage references for regulation.
  • PWM Controller: Adjusts duty cycles for DC-DC converters.
  • ADC/DAC Modules: Enable analog-to-digital conversion for feedback loops.
  • Communication Interface: I C, PMBus, or SPI for system integration.
  • Fault Detection Circuits: Overcurrent, undervoltage, and thermal shutdown protection.

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter Description
Input Voltage Range Determines compatibility with power sources (e.g., 2.7V 24V for portable devices).
Output Channels Number of independent or grouped power rails managed.
Monitoring Accuracy Typical error margin (e.g., 1% for voltage measurements).
Switching Frequency Impacts efficiency and component size (e.g., 300kHz 2MHz).
Communication Protocol Defines interface type (e.g., PMBus for digital power systems).

5. Application Fields

  • Consumer Electronics: Mobile phones, notebooks, gaming consoles.
  • Industrial: PLCs, motor drives, automation equipment.
  • Automotive: Battery Management Systems (BMS), ADAS sensors.
  • Telecom/Data Centers: Servers, networking switches, 5G base stations.
  • Medical Devices: Portable diagnostics, imaging equipment.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer Representative Product Key Features
Texas Instruments TPS404x Series Multi-phase controllers with PMBus interface
STMicroelectronics L499x Series High-efficiency synchronous buck controllers
Analog Devices ADM127x Series Digital power monitors with fault logging
Infineon Technologies IRPS5401 Integrated DrMOS solution for servers

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations for selecting PSCMs:

  • Power Requirements: Match input/output voltage/current specifications to system needs.
  • Integration Level: Choose between standalone controllers and highly integrated PMICs.
  • Thermal Management: Evaluate package thermal resistance and derating curves.
  • Communication Needs: Select protocols compatible with host processors (e.g., I C vs. PMBus).
  • Environmental Conditions: Ensure operating temperature range and reliability meet application demands.
  • Cost vs. Performance: Balance precision and features against budget constraints.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends in PSCM development include:

  • Higher Integration: Combining controllers, drivers, and monitoring in single chips.
  • Digitalization: Expansion of PMBus-enabled devices for real-time telemetry.
  • Wide Bandgap Semiconductors: GaN/SiC compatibility for high-frequency applications.
  • AI-Driven Optimization: Machine learning algorithms for dynamic power adjustment.
  • Functional Safety: Enhanced fault diagnostics for ISO 26262/IEC 61508 compliance.
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