The BQ28Z610DRZR is a sophisticated battery monitor and management IC from Texas Instruments designed for lithium-ion and lithium-polymer battery packs. It provides comprehensive battery monitoring, protection, and management features, ensuring safe and efficient operation of battery-powered systems. Here are its key features and specifications:
- Functionality:
- Battery Monitoring: Monitors the voltage, current, and temperature of battery packs to ensure accurate state-of-charge (SoC) and state-of-health (SoH) calculations.
- Protection: Includes built-in protection features to safeguard the battery against overcharge, over-discharge, and overcurrent conditions.
- Performance:
- High Accuracy: Provides precise measurement of battery voltage, current, and temperature, enabling accurate estimation of battery capacity and health.
- Battery Calibration: Supports battery calibration to improve measurement accuracy and compensate for manufacturing variations.
- Communication:
- I²C Interface: Features an I²C communication interface for data exchange with a host microcontroller or system, allowing for real-time monitoring and control.
- Battery Data Reporting: Provides detailed battery status reports, including voltage, current, temperature, and SoC information, which can be accessed via the I²C interface.
- Protection and Safety:
- Overcharge Protection: Prevents battery overcharging by monitoring voltage and controlling charging operations.
- Over-discharge Protection: Protects the battery from excessive discharge to avoid potential damage.
- Overcurrent Protection: Limits current to prevent damage caused by excessive current draw or short circuits.
- Package Type:
- VQFN-24 Package: Comes in a 24-pin Very Thin Quad Flat No-Lead (VQFN) package, which is compact and suitable for integration into various battery management systems.
- Applications:
- Consumer Electronics: Used in laptops, tablets, and other portable devices to manage and monitor battery performance.
- Industrial Equipment: Suitable for battery-powered industrial tools and equipment requiring reliable battery management.
- Automotive: Applied in automotive battery packs for electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles to ensure optimal battery operation and longevity.
- Medical Devices: Provides battery management for medical devices requiring accurate battery monitoring and protection.
The BQ28Z610DRZR is a highly capable battery monitor and management IC, offering accurate battery monitoring, protection features, and communication capabilities, making it suitable for a wide range of battery-powered applications.