The BQ24250RGET is a highly integrated single-cell Li-Ion battery charger and system power path management device designed for portable and space-limited applications. Manufactured by Texas Instruments, this sophisticated chip offers a wealth of features to ensure efficient charging and power management within your electronic devices.
Key Features
- Charge Management: The BQ24250RGET offers a complete charge management solution with programmable charge parameters such as charge current, charge voltage, and termination current.
- Power Path Management: With its intelligent power path management, the device allows the system to be powered from the adapter or a USB port while simultaneously charging the battery, ensuring uninterrupted operation even when the battery is depleted.
- High Efficiency: The device boasts high-efficiency power conversion, which reduces heat generation and improves overall system performance.
- Integrated Safety Features: To ensure safe operation, the BQ24250RGET includes multiple safety features such as thermal regulation, input over-voltage protection, and battery temperature monitoring.
- Flexible Power Source: The device is compatible with a variety of power sources including USB ports, wall adapters, and car chargers, providing versatility for different charging environments.
Applications
The BQ24250RGET is suitable for a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:
- Smartphones and Tablets
- Portable Media Players
- Handheld Devices
- Wearable Technology
- Other Single-Cell Li-Ion Powered Devices
Technical Specifications
Some of the technical highlights of the BQ24250RGET include:
- Input Voltage Range: 4.5 V to 6.5 V
- Charge Current: Programmable up to 2 A
- Charge Voltage: Programmable up to 4.4 V
- Battery Voltage Sense Accuracy: ±0.5%
- Thermal Regulation and Protection
- Package: 24-pin VQFN (RGE)
With its compact design and advanced charging technology, the BQ24250RGET from Texas Instruments is an ideal solution for designers looking to integrate reliable power management into their next-generation portable devices.