What is the maximum charge current for BQ24161BRGER?
The BQ24161BRGER delivers a programmable charge current up to 2.5 A max for a single-cell Li-Ion or Li-Polymer pack. The current is set via the I²C bus.
Is BQ24161BRGER still in active production?
Texas Instruments is still manufacturing the part and accepting new orders. The 24-VQFN (4x4) package is a current footprint.
Package and interface for layout planning
The BQ24161BRGER is supplied in a 24-VFQFN Exposed Pad package, Tape & Reel (TR) for automated assembly. The 4 mm × 4 mm body includes a thermal pad for heat dissipation. The I²C interface uses two pins (SCL, SDA) for control. The charger's input voltage supply max is 10 V.
