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BQ24073RGTTG4

Manufacturer: TEXAS

USB-Friendly Li-Ion Battery Charger and Power-Path Management IC, Vout 4.4V 16-QFN -40 to 85

Partnumber Manufacturer Quantity Availability
BQ24073RGTTG4 TEXAS 1 In Stock

Description and Introduction

USB-Friendly Li-Ion Battery Charger and Power-Path Management IC, Vout 4.4V 16-QFN -40 to 85 The BQ24073RGTTG4 is a battery charger IC manufactured by Texas Instruments (TEXAS). Here are its key specifications:

1. **Function**: Single-cell Li-Ion and Li-Polymer battery charger.
2. **Input Voltage Range**: 4.35V to 6.5V.
3. **Charge Current**: Programmable up to 1.5A.
4. **Charge Voltage**: 4.2V (adjustable).
5. **Package**: 16-pin VQFN (RGTT).
6. **Features**: Integrated power FETs, thermal regulation, charge status output, and input current limit.
7. **Operating Temperature Range**: -40°C to +85°C.
8. **Regulation**: Constant-current/constant-voltage (CC/CV) charging.
9. **Protections**: Thermal shutdown, input overvoltage, and battery overvoltage protection.
10. **Applications**: Portable devices like smartphones, tablets, and other handheld electronics.

For detailed datasheet information, refer to Texas Instruments' official documentation.

Application Scenarios & Design Considerations

USB-Friendly Li-Ion Battery Charger and Power-Path Management IC, Vout 4.4V 16-QFN -40 to 85# BQ24073RGTTG4 Technical Documentation

## 1. Application Scenarios

### Typical Use Cases
The BQ24073RGTTG4 is a highly integrated single-cell Li-ion battery charger and system power path management device designed for space-constrained portable applications. Key use cases include:

 Portable Medical Devices 
- Wearable health monitors requiring continuous operation
- Portable diagnostic equipment with battery backup
- Medical sensors needing fast charging capabilities
- Emergency medical devices requiring reliable power management

 Consumer Electronics 
- Smartphones and tablets with USB charging
- Wireless earbuds and hearables
- Smart watches and fitness trackers
- Portable gaming devices and accessories

 Industrial Applications 
- Handheld scanners and data collection terminals
- Portable test and measurement equipment
- Industrial IoT sensors and gateways
- Remote monitoring devices with battery backup

### Industry Applications
 Healthcare Sector 
- Patient monitoring systems requiring 24/7 operation
- Portable diagnostic equipment with strict safety requirements
- Medical wearables needing compact power solutions

 Consumer Electronics 
- Mobile devices requiring fast charging capabilities
- IoT devices with limited board space
- Portable audio equipment needing efficient power management

 Industrial & Automotive 
- Handheld industrial computers
- Automotive diagnostic tools
- Portable navigation devices

### Practical Advantages and Limitations

 Advantages: 
-  High Integration : Combines charger, power path, and protection in QFN package
-  Fast Charging : Supports up to 1.5A charge current with thermal regulation
-  Small Footprint : 3mm × 3mm QFN package ideal for space-constrained designs
-  Flexible Input : Works with USB and adapter inputs (4.35V to 6.5V)
-  Safety Features : Includes thermal protection, timer safety, and battery detection

 Limitations: 
-  Single-Cell Only : Limited to 4.2V/4.35V Li-ion/Li-polymer batteries
-  Current Limit : Maximum 1.5A charge current may be insufficient for high-capacity batteries
-  Thermal Constraints : Power dissipation limited by small package size
-  Input Voltage Range : Not compatible with higher voltage adapters (>6.5V)

## 2. Design Considerations

### Common Design Pitfalls and Solutions

 Thermal Management Issues 
*Pitfall*: Overheating during high-current charging in compact enclosures
*Solution*: Implement adequate thermal vias, use copper pours for heat dissipation, and consider reducing charge current in high-temperature environments

 Input Source Detection Problems 
*Pitfall*: Incorrect detection of USB vs. adapter input leading to suboptimal charging
*Solution*: Properly implement ISET1 and ISET2 resistor networks according to manufacturer specifications

 Battery Connection Issues 
*Pitfall*: Voltage drops due to long battery traces affecting charge termination accuracy
*Solution*: Keep battery connections short and use appropriate trace widths for current carrying

### Compatibility Issues with Other Components

 Microcontroller Interfaces 
- Ensure I²C bus pull-up resistors are properly sized (typically 2.2kΩ to 10kΩ)
- Verify voltage level compatibility between MCU and BQ24073 I²C interface

 Power Management ICs 
- Coordinate with DC-DC converters to prevent input current conflicts
- Ensure proper sequencing during power-up and shutdown

 Battery Protection Circuits 
- The IC includes basic protection, but additional external protection may be needed for high-reliability applications
- Coordinate with fuel gauge ICs for accurate battery monitoring

### PCB Layout Recommendations

 Power Path Layout 
- Use thick traces (minimum 20 mil) for BAT, SYS, and input power paths
- Place input and output capacitors as close as possible to respective pins
- Implement star grounding for power and signal grounds

 Thermal

Alternative Part Number

  • BQ24075RGTR --: Same BQ2407x family battery charger in the same QFN package with comparable input voltage and charge current ratings, widely available and pin-compatible for most designs.
  • BQ24074RGTR --: Sister device in the BQ2407x charger family with similar electrical characteristics and identical package footprint, suitable as a drop-in functional substitute.
  • BQ24072RGTR --: Another member of the same BQ2407x charger family offering comparable charging performance and package compatibility, usable when the specific feature set of the original is not critical.

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