Overvoltage protection ICs for 2-3 cell Li-Ion batteries
Manufacturer: ti
# BQ294582DRVR Product Series Introduction
## 1. Overview
The BQ294582DRVR is a highly advanced and versatile product series developed by Texas Instruments, designed to meet the demanding requirements of battery management systems (BMS) in a wide range of applications. This integrated circuit offers a comprehensive set of features and functions that enable accurate monitoring, protection, and control of battery packs, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and longevity.
## 2. Key Features
### 2.1 High - Precision Battery Monitoring
- **Voltage Sensing**: The BQ294582DRVR is capable of accurately measuring the voltage of individual battery cells within a pack. It can handle a wide range of cell voltages, with a high - resolution analog - to - digital converter (ADC) that provides precise readings. This allows for real - time monitoring of cell health and state - of - charge (SOC) estimation, which is crucial for preventing over - charging and over - discharging of the battery cells.
- **Temperature Sensing**: It includes built - in temperature sensors or can interface with external temperature sensors. Temperature is a critical factor in battery performance and safety. By monitoring the temperature of the battery cells, the BQ294582DRVR can adjust the charging and discharging parameters to ensure that the battery operates within a safe temperature range.
### 2.2 Battery Protection
- **Over - Voltage and Under - Voltage Protection**: The device continuously monitors the cell voltages and can trigger protective actions when a cell voltage exceeds the predefined over - voltage limit or drops below the under - voltage limit. This helps to prevent damage to the battery cells due to over - charging or over - discharging, which can lead to reduced battery life, thermal runaway, or even safety hazards.
- **Over - Current Protection**: It can detect excessive current flow during charging or discharging and take appropriate measures to limit the current. This protects the battery and the associated circuitry from damage caused by over - current conditions, such as short - circuits or high - power loads.
- **Thermal Protection**: Based on the temperature readings, the BQ294582DRVR can implement thermal protection mechanisms. For example, it can reduce the charging or discharging current if the battery temperature rises above a safe level, preventing overheating and potential damage to the battery.
### 2.3 Communication Interface
- **I2C Interface**: The BQ294582DRVR is equipped with an I2C communication interface, which allows it to communicate with a microcontroller or other external devices. This enables easy integration into larger battery management systems and provides a convenient way to transfer data such as cell voltages, temperatures, and status information. The I2C interface also supports configuration and control of the device's various parameters, allowing for customization based on the specific requirements of the application.
### 2.4 Low Power Consumption
- The device is designed with low power consumption in mind. This is especially important in battery - powered applications where minimizing power consumption helps to extend the battery life. The BQ294582DRVR can operate in different power modes, including a low - power standby mode, which reduces the power consumption when the battery is not in active use.
## 3. Applications
### 3.1 Portable Electronics
- In smartphones, tablets, and laptops, the BQ294582DRVR can be used to manage the battery packs. It ensures that the battery is charged safely and efficiently, and provides accurate information about the battery's state - of - charge to the device's operating system. This helps to improve the user experience by preventing unexpected shutdowns and optimizing the battery life.
- Wearable devices, such as smartwatches and fitness trackers, also benefit from the BQ29
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