BQ24079
Synchronous Buck ConverterThe BQ24079 is a synchronous buck converter from Texas Instruments. View the full BQ24079 datasheet below including key specifications.
BQ24079 shares its datasheet with BQ24072, whose page lists every part number it covers.
Official BQ24079 datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
BQ24079 Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input DC Voltage | 4.75V to 6.5V |
| Optional Function | SYSOFF |
| DPM Threshold (VDPM) | 4.3V |
| Input Absolute Rating | 28V |
| Battery Charge Current | 1A typ, 1.5A max |
| Recommended Input Voltage | 4.75V to 5.5V |
| Charge Termination Current | ~90mA |
| Input Current Limits (USB) | 100mA / 500mA |
| Thermal Cutoff Temperature | ~155°C |
| Thermal Regulation Temperature | 125°C |
| Battery Regulation Voltage (VBAT) | 4.1V |
| Factory Default Charge Current (EVM) | 0.9A |
| System Output Regulation (VOUT(REG)) | 5.5V |
| Overvoltage Protection Threshold (VOVP) | 6.6V |
BQ24079 Overview
Part: bq24072/3/4/5/9(T) and bq24230/2 — Texas Instruments
Type: Li-Ion and Li-Polymer Charge Management IC
Description: 1.5-A single-chip Li-Ion and Li-Polymer charge management IC designed to power the system while independently charging the battery, supporting adapter or USB power sources.
Operating Conditions:
- Input dc Voltage: 4.75–6.5 V
- Operating temperature: -40 to +125 °C (junction temperature, thermal regulation)
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Max supply voltage: 28 V
- Max continuous current: 1.5 A (Battery Charge Current, I O(CHG))
- Max junction/storage temperature: 155 °C (thermal cutoff)
Key Specs:
- Battery Charge Current (I O(CHG)): 1 A (Typ), 1.5 A (Max)
- Input dc Voltage (V I(AC)): 4.75 V (Min), 5 V (Typ), 6.5 V (Max)
- Battery Regulation Voltage (V BAT): 4.2 V (bq24072/3/4/5), 4.1 V (bq24079(T))
- Output Overvoltage Protection (V OVP): 6.6 V (bq24072/3/5/9(T)), 10.5 V (bq24074)
- Output Regulation Voltage (V OUT(REG)): V BAT + 200 mV (bq24072), 4.4 V (bq24073/4), 5.5 V (bq24075/9(T))
- Dynamic Power-Path Management (V DPM): V O(REG) - 100 mV (bq24072/3/4), 4.3 V (bq24075/9(T))
- USB Input Current Limits: 100 mA, 500 mA
Features:
- Powers system independently while charging battery
- Reduces charge/discharge cycles on battery
- Allows system to run with absent or defective battery pack
- Instantaneous turn-on from external power source with deeply discharged battery
- Programmable input current limits for adapter or USB (100 mA, 500 mA)
- Dynamic adjustment of charge rate based on system load
- Three-phase charging: conditioning, constant current, constant voltage
- Minimum current-based charge termination
- Resistor-programmable charge timer for backup safety
- Automatic charge re-start if battery voltage falls below internal threshold
- Sleep mode when supply is removed
- Thermal regulation and thermal cutoff protection
Applications:
- Portable applications (Li-ion/Li-polymer)
- Headset designs (bq24230/2 family)
Package:
- SOT-23
BQ24079 Applications
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|---|---|---|---|
| Data Converters | dataconverter.ti.com | Automotive | www.ti.com/automotive |
| DLP® Products | www.dlp.com | Communications and Telecom | www.ti.com/communications |
| DSP | dsp.ti.com | Computers and Peripherals | www.ti.com/computers |
| Clocks and Timers | www.ti.com/clocks | Consumer Electronics | www.ti.com/consumer-apps |
| Interface | interface.ti.com | Energy | www.ti.com/energy |
| Logic | logic.ti.com | Industrial | www.ti.com/industrial |
| Power Mgmt | power.ti.com | Medical | www.ti.com/medical |
| Microcontrollers | microcontroller.ti.com | Security | www.ti.com/security |
| RFID | www.ti-rfid.com | Space, Avionics & Defense | www.ti.com/space-avionics-defense |
| RF/IF and ZigBee® Solutions | www.ti.com/lprf | Video and Imaging | www.ti.com/video |
| Wireless | www.ti.com/wireless-apps |
Mailing Address: Texas Instruments, Post Office Box 655303, Dallas, Texas 75265 Copyright © 2010, Texas Instruments Incorporated
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