Overview
The MC34709VK is a Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) designed by NXP USA Inc. primarily for use with the Freescale i.MX50 and i.MX53 processor families. This PMIC offers a cost-effective solution for embedded applications, particularly those that do not require an integrated battery charger, although it can be combined with an external charger for flexibility. It is packaged in a 130-pin 8x8 MAPBGA with a 0.5 mm pitch, making it suitable for low-cost board designs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 130-pin 8x8 MAPBGA, 0.5 mm pitch |
| Number of Buck Regulators | Six multi-mode buck regulators |
| Boost Regulator | For USB PHY domain on i.MX processors |
| LDO Regulators | Eight LDO regulators with internal and external pass devices |
| ADC Resolution | 10-bit ADC for monitoring battery and other inputs |
| Real Time Clock | With crystal oscillator circuitry and coin cell backup/charger |
| Bus Interface | SPI/I2C bus for control and register interface |
| General Purpose I/Os | Four low-voltage I/Os with interrupt capability |
| PWM Outputs | Two PWM outputs |
Key Features
- Six multi-mode buck regulators for direct supply of the processor core, memory, and peripherals.
- Boost regulator for the USB PHY domain on i.MX processors.
- Eight LDO regulators with internal and external pass devices for thermal budget optimization and DDR memory voltage reference.
- 10-bit ADC for monitoring battery and other inputs.
- Real-time clock and crystal oscillator circuitry with a coin cell backup/charger.
- SPI/I2C bus for control and register interface.
- Four general-purpose low-voltage I/Os with interrupt capability.
- Two PWM outputs.
Applications
- Tablets
- Smart Mobile Devices
- Patient Monitors
- Digital Signage
- Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
Q & A
- What is the primary use of the MC34709VK PMIC?
The MC34709VK PMIC is designed primarily for use with the Freescale i.MX50 and i.MX53 processor families. - What type of package does the MC34709VK use?
The MC34709VK is packaged in a 130-pin 8x8 MAPBGA with a 0.5 mm pitch. - How many buck regulators does the MC34709VK have?
The MC34709VK has six multi-mode buck regulators. - Does the MC34709VK include a boost regulator?
Yes, it includes a boost regulator for the USB PHY domain on i.MX processors. - What is the resolution of the ADC in the MC34709VK?
The ADC in the MC34709VK has a 10-bit resolution. - Does the MC34709VK support real-time clock functionality?
Yes, it includes real-time clock and crystal oscillator circuitry with a coin cell backup/charger. - What bus interfaces are available on the MC34709VK?
The MC34709VK supports SPI/I2C bus for control and register interface. - How many general-purpose I/Os does the MC34709VK have?
The MC34709VK has four general-purpose low-voltage I/Os with interrupt capability. - What are some common applications of the MC34709VK?
Common applications include tablets, smart mobile devices, patient monitors, digital signage, and human machine interfaces (HMI). - Can the MC34709VK be used with external battery chargers?
Yes, the MC34709VK can be combined with an external charger for flexibility in battery configurations.
