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Features

  • Buck-boost charger for 2 to 7 cells up to 30V batteries
  • Optional BFET
  • Input voltage range: 3.9V to 30V (no dead zone)
  • System output voltage: 2.4V to 30.8V
  • Autonomous charging option (automatic completion of charging)
  • Pass-through mode in a forward direction
  • Adapter current and battery current monitor (AMON/BMON)
  • Trickle charging of depleted battery
  • Reverse buck, boost, and buck-boost operation from battery
  • Battery Ship mode option
  • 4×4 32 Ld TQFN package compatible with the ISL9238 and RAA489108 products

Description

The RAA489118 is a buck-boost charger that supports a 30V input and 30V battery. It provides charging and protection features for power tools, portable vacuums, battery-powered lawn mowers, and power banks, and provides additional system bus regulation for notebooks. It is compatible with any USB-C interface platform, including USB Power Delivery (USB PD) Extended Power Range (EPR). The advanced Renesas R3™ technology ensures highly efficient light-load operation and fast transient response.

In charging mode, the RAA489118 accepts input power from a wide range of DC power sources, such as conventional AC/DC charger adapters, USB PD ports, and travel adapters, safely charging battery packs with up to 7 serially connected cells up to 30V. The device can operate with only a battery, only an adapter, or both connected. It supports reverse buck, reverse boost, or reverse buck-boost operation to the input port from 2-cell to 7-cell batteries.

The RAA489118 offers programming resistor options, including autonomous charging, maximum output voltages, and adapter current limits. Additionally, it provides serial communication for programming many critical parameters, enabling a customized solution.

Parameters

AttributesValue
Topology [Rail 1]Buck-Boost
Input Voltage (Min) (V)3.9
Input Voltage (Max) (V)30
Input Current Limit Accuracy (% (±))2.2
Battery Charge Voltage2-7 cell battery
Charging Voltage Accuracy (Max) (±%)0.5
Battery Charge Voltage Adjustment16mV steps
Charge Current Limit Accuracy±3.5 (6A)
Trickle Charge Current Range128mA, 256mA, 512mA, or 1024mA
Switching Frequency Range (Typical) (kHz)635 - 1000

Package Options

Pkg. TypePkg. Dimensions (mm)Lead Count (#)Pitch (mm)
TQFN4.0 x 4.0 x 0.70320.4

Product Comparison

RAA489118RAA489108
Input Voltage (Min) (V)3.93.9
Input Voltage (Max) (V)3030
Input Current Limit Accuracy (% (±))2.22
Battery Charge Voltage2-7 cell battery2-4 cell battery
Charging Voltage Accuracy (Max) (±%)0.50.5
Battery Charge Voltage Adjustment16mV steps8mV steps
Charge Current Limit Accuracy±3.5 (6A)±2.5 (6A)
Trickle Charge Current Range128mA, 256mA, 512mA, or 1024mA64mA, 128mA, 256mA, or 512mA

Application Block Diagrams

Interactive block diagram of the flexible battery system supports 2-7 Li-ion cells and enables direct charging from USB-C ports and power bank functionality.
240W USB Type-C Battery System
This flexible battery system supports 2-7 Li-ion cells, USB-C charging, and power bank functionality.
100W USB PD Battery Charger Block Diagram
100W USB PD Battery Charger
100W USB PD platform offers efficient charging, safety features, and a user-friendly design for electronics.
140W charger battery management block diagram features a 30V buck-boost design for 3- to 4-cell battery packs and supports USB PD EPR.
USB PD Charger Battery Management
High-efficiency USB PD charger battery management system supports up to 240W, multi-cell packs, and fuel gauging.
Multi-Cell USB PD Power Bank with Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 Block Diagram
Multi-Cell USB PD Power Bank with Quick Charge 2.0/3.0
60W+ USB PD power bank offers efficient charging with multi-cell setup and Bluetooth LE monitoring.
USB PD Adapter with Turbo Boost Block Diagram
USB PD Adapter with Turbo Boost
High-power USB PD system supports devices needing over 20V and up to 45W with broad compatibility.

Additional Applications

  • Standalone battery charging for 2- to 7-cell batteries, including those used in power tools, portable vacuums, battery-powered lawn mowers, and drones
  • Suitable for 2- to 7-cell tablets, ultrabooks, notebooks, power banks, and any USB-C interface portable device requiring batteries

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    ... accuracy or timing constraints between the two modules? Any guidance, example configurations, or migration notes would be greatly appreciated. Environment details: MCU:RA6M5 FSP version: v6.0.0 I²C speed: Standard Slave device: RAA489118 PMIC Thank you for your support.RegardsSarthak Malik This thread was automatically locked due to age.

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