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- Brand
- Texas Instruments
- Model
- bq2018
- Category
- Other Electronics
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-07-03
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Texas Instruments bq2018EVM Evaluation Kit Handbook
The bq2018EVM is a complete evaluation system designed for the bq2018 Power Minder IC. It allows users to evaluate the IC's functions under various charge and discharge conditions by connecting directly to battery packs ranging from 3.5V to 18.0V. The system works with any battery pack chemistry and capacity.
Read onlineTexas Instruments bq2018 specifications
| Compatible IC | bq2018 Power Minder IC |
|---|---|
| Battery Voltage Range | 3.5V-18.0V |
| Battery Chemistry | Any |
| Part Number | bq2018EVM-001 |
All Texas Instruments bq2018 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is included in the bq2018EVM kit?
The kit includes a DM2018 circuit module, an EV2200 PC interface board, evaluation software disks, a PC serial cable, and a User Guide.
Can the bq2018EVM work with any battery chemistry?
Yes, the evaluation system works with any battery pack chemistry and capacity.
What is the bq2018?
The bq2018 is a low-cost charge/discharge counter peripheral packaged in an 8-pin TSSOP or SOIC that works with an intelligent host controller.
From: Texas Instruments bq2018 Multifunction Charge/Discharge Counter Datasheet
How does the bq2018 measure charge and discharge?
It measures the voltage drop across a low-value series sense resistor between the negative terminal of the battery and the battery pack ground contact.
From: Texas Instruments bq2018 Multifunction Charge/Discharge Counter Datasheet