PMIC - Power Supply Controllers, Monitors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
NCP4303ADR2G

NCP4303ADR2G

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC SEC SIDE SYNC RECT DRV 8SOIC

1036605000

LTC2927CDDB#TRPBF

LTC2927CDDB#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER SUPPLY CONTROLLER 8DFN

0

UCD3138ARJAT

UCD3138ARJAT

Texas Instruments

IC DGTL PWR CTRLR

245

NCV360SNT1G

NCV360SNT1G

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC REG OVLO 20V 5TSOP

0

S-8425AAGFT-TB-U

S-8425AAGFT-TB-U

ABLIC U.S.A. Inc.

IC POWER SUPPLY SWITCHING 8TSSOP

100

TEA1753LT/N1

TEA1753LT/N1

NXP Semiconductors

GREENCHIP III SMPS CONTROL IC

2500

S-77100B01-I8T1U4

S-77100B01-I8T1U4

ABLIC U.S.A. Inc.

POWER SQUENCHER

5000

IR3720MTRPBF

IR3720MTRPBF

IR (Infineon Technologies)

POWER MONITOR IC W/DIGITAL I2C I

3000

ES1030QI

ES1030QI

Intel

IC SEQUENCER DGTL QUAD 20STQFN

3614

NCP4306AAAZZZAMNTWG

NCP4306AAAZZZAMNTWG

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

SECONDARY SIDE SYNCHRONOU

3829

FAN6224M

FAN6224M

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

IC CTLR SR SYNC RECT LLC 8SOP

2440

UCC2583N

UCC2583N

SWITCHING CONTROLLER

4775

MAX17017GTM+T

MAX17017GTM+T

Maxim Integrated

IC PWR SUPPLY CONTROLLER 48TQFN

0

LTC2945HMS-1#TRPBF

LTC2945HMS-1#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC POWER MONITOR I2C 12MSOP

0

UCC24610DRBR

UCC24610DRBR

Texas Instruments

IC SECONDARY-SIDE CTRLR 8SON

1210

LTC2932HF#TRPBF

LTC2932HF#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC 6 PWR SUPPLY MONITOR 20TSSOP

0

LTC2939IMS#TRPBF

LTC2939IMS#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC FOUR PWR SUPP MONITOR 16MSOP

0

ISL6504ACB

ISL6504ACB

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT, FIXED

951

ISPPAC10-01PI

ISPPAC10-01PI

Lattice Semiconductor

ANALOG CIRCUIT, 1 FUNC PDIP28

1

MP6907GJ-P

MP6907GJ-P

MPS (Monolithic Power Systems)

IC SECONDARY SIDE CTRLR TSOT23-6

908

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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