Overview
The MC32PF1510A3EP, also known as the PF1510, is a power management integrated circuit (PMIC) designed by NXP USA Inc. specifically for use with i.MX processors. This PMIC is tailored for low-power portable, smart wearable, and Internet-of-Things (IoT) applications. It provides a comprehensive power solution for various i.MX processor families, including i.MX 7ULP, i.MX 6SL, 6UL, 6ULL, and 6SX processors.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 40-pin QFN, 5 x 5 mm |
| Input Voltage | 5V bus, USB |
| Buck Converters | Three high-efficiency buck converters |
| Linear Regulators | Three linear regulators (LDO1, LDO2, LDO3) |
| LDO1 | 0.75 to 1.5 V / 1.8 to 3.3 V, 300 mA with load switch mode |
| LDO2 | 1.8 to 3.3 V, 400 mA |
| LDO3 | 0.75 to 1.5 V / 1.8 to 3.3 V, 300 mA with load switch mode |
| RTC Supply | VSNVS 3.0 V, 2.0 mA |
| DDR Reference | VREFDDR, 0.5 to 0.9 V, 10 mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to 85 °C (consumer applications), -40 °C to 105 °C (industrial applications) |
| Quiescent Current | < 1.5 μA in Low-power mode |
Key Features
- Programmable output voltage, current limit, and soft start
- USB_PHY low dropout linear regulator
- LDO2P7 always-on regulator output
- Coin cell charger
- One-time programmable (OTP) memory for device configuration
- I2C/processor interface for regulator control
- Current limit protection and soft start/ramp capabilities
- RTC supply and DDR voltage reference
Applications
The PF1510 is designed for use in various low-power applications, including:
- Portable devices
- Smart wearables
- Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices
- Systems using i.MX processors such as i.MX 7ULP, i.MX 6SL, 6UL, 6ULL, and 6SX
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the PF1510 PMIC? The PF1510 is a power management IC designed to provide a comprehensive power solution for low-power portable, smart wearable, and IoT applications using i.MX processors.
- What are the key components of the PF1510? The PF1510 includes three high-efficiency buck converters, three linear regulators, DDR reference, RTC supply, and other power management features.
- What is the package type and size of the PF1510? The PF1510 is available in a 40-pin QFN package with a size of 5 x 5 mm.
- What is the input voltage range for the PF1510? The input voltage range is from 5V bus and USB.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the PF1510? The operating temperature ranges are -40 °C to 85 °C for consumer applications and -40 °C to 105 °C for industrial applications.
- Does the PF1510 support programmable output voltage and current limit? Yes, the PF1510 supports programmable output voltage, current limit, and soft start.
- What is the quiescent current of the PF1510 in low-power mode? The quiescent current is less than 1.5 μA in low-power mode.
- Does the PF1510 have OTP memory for device configuration? Yes, the PF1510 includes one-time programmable (OTP) memory for device configuration.
- What are some of the applications of the PF1510? The PF1510 is used in portable devices, smart wearables, and IoT devices.
- How does the PF1510 manage power for system peripherals? The PF1510 provides power for a complete system, including application processors, memory, and system peripherals through its various power management components.
