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MP2731GQC Reference Design for 4.5A Switch-Mode Battery Charger

Reference design for the MP2731GQC, a 4.5A switch-mode battery charger with NVDC power path management and I2C control for single-cell Li-ion and Li-polymer batteries.

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Overview

This reference design document details the implementation of the Monolithic Power Systems MP2731GQC, a highly integrated 4.5A switch-mode battery management IC. The design utilizes Narrow Voltage DC (NVDC) power path management to prioritize system power and allow operation with deeply discharged or removed batteries. The solution includes I2C-programmable charging parameters such as input current limit, regulation voltage, and charge current, supporting high-efficiency charging for portable applications.

Use Cases

  • Smartphones
  • Tablets
  • Mobile Internet Devices
  • Portable Handheld Devices
  • Bluetooth Speakers

Topics

MP2731GQC
Monolithic Power Systems
Battery Charger
Switch-mode Charger
NVDC Power Path
I2C Programmable
Li-ion Battery Charging
Reference Design

Referenced Parts

MP2731GQC

Monolithic Power Systems

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