Description

This reference design is a programmable: monolithic IC solution for fast-charge management of nickel cadmium (NiCd): nickel metal-hydride (NiMH): or lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries in single- or multi-chemistry applications. It chooses the proper battery chemistry (either nickel or lithium) and proceeds with the optimal charging and termination algorithms. This process eliminates undesirable: undercharged: or overcharged conditions: and allows accurate and safe termination of fast charge.