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BQ24005: Alternate part for higher charge current

Part Number: BQ24005


Hi,

Suggest a replacement for the BQ24005 so as to overcome the following problems with the existing IC:

  • Higher charge current not supported
  • Heating issue at higher charge current (I am using 1A charge current and charging voltage of 9V for 12Ah - 2S5P Li ion battery)

I need charge current of 2A and as the charger needs to interface with a host controller, it should indicate faults such as precharge timer fault, fast charge timer fault, temperature faults, charge status etc.

Thanks in advance

Regards,

Parthan

  • Hi Parthan

    We do not have higher current options in the linear charger family, 1A is a max.  As current gets higher the thermal management problems are more difficult.

    For 2A a switching charger would be a better option.

    Some to consider:

    1.) BQ24133-- Wide input buck converter for 1, 2 or 3 cell.

    2.) BQ25883--5V input boost converter