Single-cell Li-Ion charger with 500 mA ceiling
The Texas Instruments BQ24203DGNG4 is a linear charger IC for single-cell Lithium Ion or Polymer battery packs. It delivers a constant charge current up to 500 mA and terminates at a 4.1V battery regulation voltage — the chemistry sweet spot for many 4.2V-rated cells that charge to 4.1V for extended cycle life.
Programmable current and timer — set the charge profile
Two programmable features — charge current and charge timer — let you tailor the charge algorithm without changing the IC. The current is set with an external resistor; the timer provides a safety timeout that terminates charging if the battery does not reach the regulation voltage within the window. This is a linear charger, so the input supply must stay above the battery voltage by the dropout margin; the maximum supply voltage is 13.5 V.
Fault protection and temperature range
Built-in fault protection covers over-temperature and short-circuit conditions on the output.
Package and mounting — 8-HVSSOP with exposed pad
The pad also provides a solid ground reference.
