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MP2710GC-0001-Z

MPSMP2710GC-0001-Z

Monolithic Power Systems (MPS)
Battery Management 500mA, 1-Cell, Li-Ion Battery Charger with Power-Path Management, 1mA Termination, <0.5 A Battery Leakage Current, and I2C Interface
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Overview

The MP2710GC-0001-Z is a single-cell Li-Ion battery charger with integrated power-path management and an I2C control interface. It supports up to 500 mA charging and includes a 1 mA termination threshold and low battery leakage characteristics. The device is aimed at small portable systems that need safe charging while powering the system load.

Why Choose This Part

Integrated power-path management lets the system operate from the input supply while charging the battery, simplifying external power switching. Low termination current and low leakage help preserve battery capacity for small cells and long standby intervals. The I2C interface enables system-level monitoring and configurable charge behavior without extra analog pins.

Applications

Wearables and fitness trackers
Compact single-cell charging with low termination current preserves small battery life and supports continuous system operation during charge.
Battery-powered IoT sensors and nodes
500 mA charge capability and I2C control make it suitable for battery-backed sensor nodes and wireless endpoints.
USB-powered handheld devices
Power-path management enables the system to be powered from USB while the battery charges, avoiding power interruptions.
Portable medical and measurement instruments
Low leakage and precise termination help maintain battery health in devices with long standby times.
Backup batteries and compact consumer electronics
Single-cell charging and digital interface allow integration into small consumer products where board space and power management matter.

Getting Started

Begin by downloading and reading the MP2710 datasheet and reference schematic to follow recommended component values and layout guidelines. Prototype with a controlled current-limited bench supply and an MCU or USB-to-I2C adapter to exercise the I2C registers and monitor status. Use an I2C bus analyzer or logic analyzer for debug and verify thermal behavior on your PCB under typical charge conditions.

Categories

Power Management > Battery Management