ADP5091-2-EVALZ

Overview

The ADP5091-2-EVALZ is a comprehensive evaluation platform for the ADP5091 ultra-low power energy harvesting PMIC. It is designed to demonstrate efficient power conversion from high-impedance DC sources such as solar cells and thermoelectric generators. The board comes equipped with a solar panel, enabling immediate testing of energy harvesting workflows for wireless sensor nodes.

Why Choose This Part

The board features a low start-up voltage of 0.38V, allowing it to begin harvesting energy from very weak sources. It includes a programmable regulated output and is designed for plug-and-play compatibility with Analog Devices wireless sensor network platforms. Its high efficiency at sub-microampere currents makes it ideal for maintaining energy storage in supercapacitors or thin-film batteries.

Applications

Getting Started

To begin evaluation, connect the included solar panel to the J1 input connector and monitor the regulated output at the VOUT test point. Use the onboard jumpers to configure the programmable output voltage and MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) settings. The board provides headers for easy integration with external microcontrollers or storage elements like Li-ion batteries.

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