Summit SMB137: I²C Programmable 1.5A USB/AC Li-Ion Charger and Input/Output Power Manager Solves Tough Portable Power Challenges

Summit SMB137: I²C Programmable 1.5A USB/AC Li-Ion Charger and Input/Output Power Manager Solves Tough Portable Power Challenges

Summit Microelectronics expands its family of Programmable Battery Charger integrated circuits (ICs) with the introduction of the SMB137. Specifically designed for feature-packed mobile consumer electronics, the SMB137 delivers unprecedented levels of functionality and flexibility while solving the most challenging power and battery management problems.

Supports USB 2.0 and USB “On-The-Go”, Eliminates “Dead Battery Trap”, Cuts Charge Time, Heat and Size by 50%-80% with TurboChargeTM

Dual (USB or AC/DC) inputs and outputs (System or Battery) with CurrentPath™ automatic arbitration allow system operation with any input source, any battery charge state or even missing battery. Proprietary TurboCharge™ technology yields dramatic reductions in charge time, power dissipation and solution size compared to conventional charger solutions. The ultra-small solution size, combined with Micro-USB data/power support, enables ultra-thin devices with the convenience of USB battery charging.

Integrated features such as USB On-The-Go (USB-OTG) power and Low-BatteryRecovery™ (LBR) bring new levels of mobility and convenience to consumers. The I²C interface enables sophisticated software programmability, while the embedded nonvolatile configuration provides a tremendous degree of design flexibility without the need for software development. The result is the most complete and flexible battery management solution for any portable or handheld device.