BQ24618RGER

Battery Chargers Overview

The BQ24618RGER is a synchronous step-down battery charger from Texas Instruments, designed for USB-friendly charging of lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries. It operates within an input voltage range of 5 V to 24 V and supports up to 10 A output current. The device features an adjustable output voltage and is housed in a 24-pin VQFN package suitable for surface mount installation. It functions reliably across a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Battery Chargers Feature Summary

• Synchronous buck architecture optimized for USB power sources
• Integrated charge management for single-cell Li-ion and Li-Po batteries
• Adjustable output voltage configuration capability

Battery Chargers Applications

• Portable electronic devices requiring USB-based charging
• Lithium-ion battery powered consumer electronics
• Lithium-polymer battery systems in mobile applications

Battery Chargers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'RGER' against the manufacturer datasheet to confirm tape-and-reel packaging and quantity specifications. Ensure compatibility with the required operating temperature range and input voltage constraints before integration into the final design.

Battery Chargers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems powered by USB sources that require synchronous rectification for improved efficiency. It is appropriate for applications needing adjustable voltage regulation for single-cell lithium chemistries within the specified thermal and current limits.

Battery Chargers Part Context

This part belongs to the BQ24618 series of battery chargers. It shares functional similarities with the BQ24617 but differs in input voltage specifications and operational parameters. The RGER suffix indicates a specific reel packaging variant intended for automated surface-mount assembly processes.

Battery Chargers Replacement Considerations

The BQ24617RGER is a related device within the same family, though it may have different input voltage ranges or feature sets. Verify electrical compatibility and pinout alignment before substitution.