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BQ27530YZFT-G1

TIBQ27530YZFT-G1

Texas Instruments
Battery Battery Monitor IC Lithium Ion 15-DSBGA
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Overview

The BQ27530YZFT-G1 is a single-cell Li-Ion battery fuel gauge and charger controller utilizing TI's proprietary Impedance Track technology. It provides highly accurate state-of-charge (SOC) monitoring by compensating for battery aging, self-discharge, and temperature variations while managing the charge cycle autonomously via I2C.

Why Choose This Part

This IC minimizes software overhead by operating as a host-free autonomous battery management system that can directly control the charger. It supports low-value sense resistors (5 mOhm to 20 mOhm) to reduce power dissipation and features MaxLife technology to extend battery cycle life through tighter charge termination controls.

Applications

Smartphones and Tablets
Provides high-precision battery capacity monitoring and optimized charging for mobile devices using single-cell Li-ion packs.
Portable Medical Devices
Ensures reliable state-of-health (SOH) monitoring and accurate runtime predictions for critical handheld medical instrumentation.
Wearable Electronics
The ultra-small 15-DSBGA package and 23uA sleep current make it ideal for space-constrained, battery-powered wearable tech.
Digital Imaging
Integrates into digital cameras and portable video gear to provide precise power management and customizable charge profiles.

Key Specifications

Function Battery Monitor
Interface I2C
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 15-UFBGA, DSBGA
Number of Cells 1
Battery Chemistry Lithium Ion
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 15-DSBGA

Getting Started

To evaluate the BQ27530, engineers typically use the BQ27530EVM evaluation module alongside the EV2400 interface tool for PC-based configuration. Implementation requires calibration of the Impedance Track algorithm by performing a learning cycle with the specific battery chemistry used in the design.

Also Consider

BQ27441-G1 TITexas Instruments - A simpler, system-side fuel gauge with an integrated sense resistor for easier design-in when external charger control is not required.
MAX17048 Maxim Integrated / Analog Devices - An ultra-low power ModelGauge alternative that does not require a sense resistor, saving PCB space and reducing BOM cost.
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