Overview
The MC34709VKR2 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
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 130-pin 8x8 MAPBGA, 0.5 mm pitch |
| Buck Regulators | Six multi-mode buck regulators |
| Boost Regulator | Boost regulator for USB PHY domain |
| LDO Regulators | Eight LDO regulators with internal and external pass devices |
| ADC | 10-bit ADC for monitoring battery and other inputs |
| Real Time Clock | Real time clock and crystal oscillator circuitry with coin cell backup/charger |
| Bus Interface | SPI/I2C bus for control and register interface |
| General Purpose I/Os | Four general purpose 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 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 MC34709VKR2 PMIC?
The MC34709VKR2 PMIC is designed primarily for use with the Freescale i.MX50 and i.MX53 processor families.
- What type of package does the MC34709VKR2 come in?
The MC34709VKR2 comes in a 130-pin 8x8 MAPBGA package with a 0.5 mm pitch.
- How many buck regulators does the MC34709VKR2 have?
The MC34709VKR2 has six multi-mode buck regulators.
- Does the MC34709VKR2 have a built-in battery charger?
No, the MC34709VKR2 does not have a built-in battery charger, but it can be combined with an external charger.
- What types of interfaces does the MC34709VKR2 support for control and register access?
The MC34709VKR2 supports SPI and I2C bus interfaces for control and register access.
- What is the resolution of the ADC in the MC34709VKR2?
The MC34709VKR2 has a 10-bit ADC for monitoring battery and other inputs.
- Does the MC34709VKR2 have real-time clock functionality?
- How many general purpose I/Os does the MC34709VKR2 have?
The MC34709VKR2 has four general purpose low-voltage I/Os with interrupt capability.
- What are some common applications of the MC34709VKR2?
- Can the MC34709VKR2 be used in both consumer and industrial applications?
