MAX1873 Datasheet (Maxim) - Simple Current-Limited Switch-Mode Li Charger Controller

MAX1873, Simple Current-Limited Switch-Mode Li Charger Controller

The low-cost MAX1873R/S/T provides all functions needed to simply and efficiently charge 2-, 3-, or 4series lithium-ion cells at up to 4A or more.

It provides a regulated charging current and voltage with less than ±0.75% total voltage error at the battery terminals.

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MAX1873 Features

* MAX1873 Ordering Information PART MAX1873REEE MAX1873SEEE MAX1873TEEE TEMP. RANGE -40°C to +85°C -40°C to +85°C -40°C to +85°C PIN-PACKAGE 16 QSOP 16 QSOP 16 QSOP Applications Notebook Computers Portable Internet Tablets 2-, 3-, or 4-cell Li+ Battery Pack Chargers 6-, 9-, or 10-cell Ni Battery Pa