4 A charge current, 1–3 cell Li-ion charger in a 24-VQFN
The Texas Instruments BQ24172RGYT is a synchronous switch-mode Li-Ion and Li-Polymer battery charger IC that handles 1 to 3 series cells. Its 4 A maximum charge current suits medium-power portable equipment, power tools, and medical devices where charge time matters. The 17 V input ceiling allows it to run from common 12 V adapter rails or USB-C PD sources with headroom.
Programmable charge current and integrated fault protection
Charge current is constant and programmable via an external resistor — no I2C bus needed, which simplifies the BOM for designs that just need a set-and-forget charge profile. The IC integrates over-current, over-temperature, and over-voltage fault protection, reducing the need for discrete supervisory components around the battery path.
