BQ24296RGET

Battery Chargers Overview

The BQ24296RGET is a single-cell USB charger from Texas Instruments featuring I2C control and Narrow VDC power path management. It supports lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries with an adjustable output voltage and a maximum charge current of 3 A. The device operates on a supply voltage range of 3.9 V to 6 V and includes programmable input current limit and system load threshold settings. It integrates comprehensive protection mechanisms including over-temperature, over-voltage, and short-circuit safeguards. The component is housed in a 24-pin HVQCCN package (VQFN-24) and functions within a temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C.

Battery Chargers Feature Summary

• I2C-controlled configuration for precise parameter adjustment
• Narrow VDC power path management for optimized system efficiency
• Integrated thermal regulation and multiple fault protection modes

Battery Chargers Applications

• Smartphones and mobile phones
• Tablets and portable media players
• Personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• GPS navigation devices

Battery Chargers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official datasheets to confirm package type and tape/reel specifications. Ensure compatibility with I2C bus requirements and check for RoHS compliance status. Confirm moisture sensitivity level handling procedures during assembly. Validate that the selected variant matches the required operating temperature range and pinout configuration for the target PCB design.

Battery Chargers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring high-efficiency charging with dynamic power path management. It is suitable for applications needing programmable charge currents up to 3 A and precise battery monitoring via I2C. Consider its compact VQFN-24 footprint for space-constrained designs. Evaluate thermal performance under maximum load conditions to ensure reliable operation within the specified ambient temperature limits.

Battery Chargers Part Context

This part belongs to the BQ24296 family of single-cell USB chargers. It shares architectural similarities with models like BQ24295 and BQ24297 but differs in specific feature sets and regulatory approvals. The RGET suffix typically denotes a specific tape and reel packaging option for surface-mount assembly. It is designed to replace older generation chargers offering improved efficiency and smaller form factors.

Battery Chargers Replacement Considerations

BQ24296MRGER is listed as a similar alternative within the same product family.