MediaTek

MT6392A

  • The MT6392A is a power management integrated circuit (PMIC) from MediaTek, primarily designed to support mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, and other portable electronics. Power management ICs are critical components in mobile devices, ensuring that power is efficiently distributed to various subsystems, helping to optimize battery life, charging, and overall device performance. The MT6392A integrates several power management functions, including voltage regulation, battery charging management, and protection features to enhance the safety and efficiency of mobile devices.

Product Description

The MT6392A is designed to meet the power needs of modern mobile devices while focusing on energy efficiency and battery safety. By integrating multiple power management functions, it simplifies the design of mobile devices, reducing the need for discrete power management components.

Power Management and Voltage Regulation:

The MT6392A incorporates several DC-DC converters and LDOs (Low Dropout Regulators). DC-DC converters are used to efficiently step down higher input voltages, such as those from the battery, to the required voltage levels for various components in the device (e.g., the CPU, GPU, and display). The LDO regulators are used to provide clean, low-noise power to sensitive components like audio circuits or wireless communication modules.

The MT6392A ensures that the mobile device can function efficiently without draining the battery excessively. It is designed to operate with low quiescent current, which helps maintain energy efficiency even in idle states.

Charging and Battery Safety:

Battery charging is one of the most important aspects of the MT6392A. The IC includes support for fast charging protocols, such as USB-PD (USB Power Delivery) and Quick Charge. This means that devices equipped with the MT6392A can be charged more quickly, reducing downtime for users. Moreover, the IC ensures battery safety through various protection circuits that prevent overcharging, overcurrent, and excessive heat.

The over-voltage protection ensures that the battery is not charged beyond its rated voltage, preventing battery damage or thermal runaway. Similarly, over-current protection ensures that excessive current is not drawn from the charging source, which could potentially damage both the charging circuit and the battery. Over-temperature protection is also critical to prevent overheating, especially during fast charging or heavy usage.

Thermal Management:

The MT6392A includes built-in thermal protection circuits to manage the temperature of the device. The IC includes temperature sensors that monitor the device’s internal temperature, and the system can adjust charging speeds or throttle device performance if temperatures become too high. This is particularly important during high-power operations like fast charging or playing graphically demanding games, where heat can build up rapidly.

By managing temperature effectively, the MT6392A helps prevent overheating issues that can damage the device and negatively impact battery health and performance.

Power Efficiency:

As a power management IC, the MT6392A is optimized for high efficiency. By providing efficient voltage regulation and utilizing low power consumption techniques, it ensures that mobile devices are energy efficient, which extends battery life.

The MT6392A is designed to meet the power requirements of modern mobile devices while minimizing energy waste, providing longer battery life, and enhancing the overall user experience.


Specification

  • Multiple DC-DC Converters:

    • Supports the conversion of power from higher voltages (like 3.7V or 5V) to lower, more stable voltages for components such as processors and displays.

  • Multiple LDO Outputs:

    • Includes LDO regulators for powering sensitive components that require low noise and stable voltage levels, such as audio circuits or wireless communication modules.

  • Battery Management Features:

    • Supports smart charging, fast charging, and battery protection features, including over-voltage, over-current, and over-temperature protection to ensure battery longevity and safety.

  • Thermal Protection:

    • Integrated temperature monitoring and thermal management circuits to prevent excessive heat buildup during charging or heavy device usage.

  • Efficiency:

    • Designed with a focus on low power consumption, ensuring efficient power use and longer battery life in mobile devices.


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