Linear Technology LTC4100 Smart Battery Charger Controller Datasheet

The LTC4100 is a single chip intelligent battery charger controller from Infineon that supports SMBus protocol and can communicate with the host. The LTC4100 supports a voltage range of 3.5V to 26V, and the charging current can reach 4A, with charging accuracy of up to ±0.8%.


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Brand
Linear Technology
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
28
File format
PDF
File size
285 KB
Published
09 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

The LTC4100 is a single‑chip smart battery charger controller that simplifies the design of SBS‑compliant charging systems. It supports SMBus communication, safety‑signal monitoring, and programmable voltage and current limits, making it suitable for portable instruments, computers, and battery‑backup servers.

The document details absolute maximum ratings, electrical characteristics, pin assignments, package dimensions, and typical performance curves, along with example application schematics and related part numbers.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Description
  • Applications
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Pin Functions
  • Package Description
  • Typical Performance Characteristics
  • Typical Application
  • Related Parts

Specifications

Output Voltage Range3.5 V to 26 V
Maximum Charging Current4 A
Dropout Voltage0.5 V
Maximum Duty Cycle> 98 %
Voltage Accuracy±0.8 %
Current Accuracy±4 %
Package Type24‑Lead Plastic SSOP
Junction Temperature Range-40 °C to 125 °C

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum charging current of the LTC4100?

The LTC4100 can provide up to 4 A of charging current.

What input voltage range does the DCIN pin accept?

The DCIN pin operates from 6 V to 28 V.

What package does the LTC4100 use?

The device is supplied in a 24‑lead plastic SSOP package.

How does the LTC4100 indicate AC presence?

The ACP pin outputs the value of the DCDIV comparator, which can be used to indicate whether AC is present.

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