The AXP813 is a highly integrated power management IC (PMIC) from X-Powers. It's designed for application processors and power management in various portable and embedded systems. It integrates multiple power rails, battery charging, and other functions into a single chip to reduce component count and board space.
Applications:
- Tablets
- Smartphones
- Portable Media Players
- E-Readers
- GPS Devices
Features:
- Multiple Buck Converters: Provides several buck (step-down) converters for powering different components with varying voltage requirements.
- Multiple LDO Regulators: Includes multiple low-dropout (LDO) regulators for low-noise power supplies to sensitive analog circuits.
- Battery Charger: Integrated battery charger for single-cell lithium-ion (Li-ion) or lithium-polymer (Li-Po) batteries.
- Fuel Gauge: Integrated fuel gauge for accurate battery capacity monitoring.
- Power Path Management: Manages power flow between the battery, USB, and other power sources.
- I2C Interface: Provides an I2C interface for control and configuration.
- Thermal Protection: Includes thermal protection to prevent overheating.
- Overvoltage Protection: Provides overvoltage protection to protect the device from voltage spikes.
Benefits:
- Reduced Component Count: Integration of multiple functions reduces the number of discrete components, saving board space and cost.
- Improved Efficiency: High-efficiency buck converters and LDO regulators minimize power loss and extend battery life.
- Simplified Design: Integrated features and I2C interface simplify the power management design process.
- Accurate Battery Monitoring: Integrated fuel gauge provides accurate battery capacity information.
- Robust Protection: Comprehensive protection features ensure reliable operation.
- Flexible Power Management: Customizable power settings and power path management provide flexibility in power management.
Additional Details:
The AXP813 typically supports a wide input voltage range to accommodate various power sources. The specific output voltage and current capabilities of the buck converters and LDO regulators vary depending on the specific configuration. The battery charger usually supports various charging currents and includes safety features such as overcharge protection and temperature monitoring. The I2C interface allows for dynamic adjustment of power settings and monitoring of various parameters. The package is usually a small QFN (Quad Flat No-Lead) package for compact integration. The device typically requires external components such as inductors, capacitors, and resistors for proper operation. The datasheet provides detailed information on component selection, layout guidelines, and programming the I2C interface.