MAX17261
5.1µA Multi-Cell Fuel Gauge with ModelGauge m5 EZ
Industry's Lowest IQ Multi-Cell Fuel Gauge with ModelGauge m5 EZ Eliminates Battery Characterization
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The MAX17261 is an ultra-low power fuel gauge IC which implements the Maxim ModelGauge™ m5 algorithm. The IC monitors a multiple-series cell battery pack with an external resistor divider.
The ModelGauge m5 EZ algorithm makes fuel gauge implementation easy by eliminating battery characterization requirements and simplifying host software interaction. The algorithm provides tolerance against battery diversity for most lithium batteries and applications.
The algorithm combines the short-term accuracy and linearity of a coulomb counter with the long-term stability of a voltage-based fuel gauge, along with temperature compensation to provide industry-leading fuel gauge accuracy. The IC automatically compensates for cell-aging, temperature, discharge rate, and provides accurate state-of-charge (SOC) in percentage (%) and remaining capacity in milliampere-hours (mAh) over a wide range of operating conditions. As the battery approaches the critical region near empty, the algorithm invokes a special correction mechanism that eliminates any error. The IC provides accurate estimation of time-to-empty and time-to-full and provides three methods for reporting the age of the battery: reduction in capacity, increase in battery resistance, and cycle odometer.
The IC provides precision measurements of current, voltage, and temperature. The temperature of the battery pack is measured using an internal temperature sensor or external thermistor. A 2-wire I2C interface provides access to data and control registers. The IC is available in a tiny lead-free 0.4mm pitch, 1.5mm x 1.5mm, 9-pin WLP package and 3mm x 3mm, 14-pin TDFN package.
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Key Features
- ModelGauge m5 EZ
- No Characterization Required for EZ Performance
- Robust Against Battery Variation
- Eliminates Error Near Empty Voltage
- Eliminates Coulomb-Counter Drift
- Compensates for Age, Current, and Temperature
- Does Not Require Empty, Full, or Idle States
- Low 5.1µA Operating Current
- Monitors Multiple-Cell Battery Pack
- Wide Sense Resistor Range: 1mΩ to 1000mΩ
- PCB Metal Sensing + Temperature Compensation
- Supports Li+ and Variants Including LiFePO4
- Thermistor or ±1°C Internal Temperature
- Dynamic Power Estimates Power Capability During Discharge
- Time-to-Empty and Time-to-Full Estimation
- Predicts Remaining Capacity Under Theoretical Load
- No Calibration Required
- Alert Indicator for Voltage, SOC, Temperature, Current, and 1% SOC Change
Applications/Uses
- Tablets, 2-in-1 Laptops
- Digital Still, Video, and Action Cameras
- Medical Devices
- Handheld Computers and Terminals
- Financial Terminals
- Mobile Printers
- Augmented/Virtual Reality Devices
- Robots
- E-Bikes
- Battery Backups
- Wireless Speakers
| Functions | Fuel Gauge |
| Battery Type | Multi-Cell Li-Ion |
| Fuel Gauge Algorithm | ModelGauge m5 |
| Interface | 2-Wire |
| Parameters Measured | Current State of Charge Temperature Voltage |
| Applications | Host |
| VSUPPLY (V) (min) | 2.3 |
| VSUPPLY (V) (max) | 4.9 |
| Package/Pins | TDFN-CU/14 WLP/9 |
| Oper. Temp. (°C) | -40 to +85 |
| Budgetary Price (See Notes) | $1.28 @1k |
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Highly Accurate Battery Fuel Gauging Using the MAX17261 Fuel Gauge and ModelGauge™ M5 EZDescription
The MAX17261G/MAX17261X evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested surface-mount PCBs that evaluate the stand-alone ModelGauge™ m5 host-side fuel-gauge ICs for lithium-ion (Li+) batteries in handheld and portable equipment.
The MAX17261G/MAX17261X EV kits include the Maxim DS91230+ USB interface, IC evaluation board, and RJ-11 connection cable. Windows®-based graphical user interface (GUI) software is available for use with the EV kits and can be downloaded from Maxim’s website at www.maximintegrated.com/en/products/power/ battery-management/MAX17261.html (under the Design Resources tab). Windows 7 or newer Windows operating system is required to use with the EV kit GUI software.
View DetailsFeatures
- ModelGauge m5 Algorithm
- Monitors from 2S+ Cell Packs
- Battery Pack Input Voltage Range of +4.6V to +39.2V
- Thermistor Measurement Network
- Optional On-Board PCB Trace Sense Resistor
- Windows 7 or Newer Compatible Software
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
Description
The MAX17261G/MAX17261X evaluation kits (EV kits) are fully assembled and tested surface-mount PCBs that evaluate the stand-alone ModelGauge™ m5 host-side fuel-gauge ICs for lithium-ion (Li+) batteries in handheld and portable equipment.
The MAX17261G/MAX17261X EV kits include the Maxim DS91230+ USB interface, IC evaluation board, and RJ-11 connection cable. Windows®-based graphical user interface (GUI) software is available for use with the EV kits and can be downloaded from Maxim’s website at www.maximintegrated.com/en/products/power/ battery-management/MAX17261.html (under the Design Resources tab). Windows 7 or newer Windows operating system is required to use with the EV kit GUI software.
View DetailsFeatures
- ModelGauge m5 Algorithm
- Monitors from 2S+ Cell Packs
- Battery Pack Input Voltage Range of +4.6V to +39.2V
- Thermistor Measurement Network
- Optional On-Board PCB Trace Sense Resistor
- Windows 7 or Newer Compatible Software
- Proven PCB Layout
- Fully Assembled and Tested
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Parameters
| Functions | Fuel Gauge |
| Battery Type | Multi-Cell Li-Ion |
| Fuel Gauge Algorithm | ModelGauge m5 |
| Interface | 2-Wire |
| Parameters Measured | Current State of Charge Temperature Voltage |
| Applications | Host |
| VSUPPLY (V) (min) | 2.3 |
| VSUPPLY (V) (max) | 4.9 |
| Package/Pins | TDFN-CU/14 WLP/9 |
| Oper. Temp. (°C) | -40 to +85 |
| Budgetary Price (See Notes) | $1.28 @1k |
Key Features
- ModelGauge m5 EZ
- No Characterization Required for EZ Performance
- Robust Against Battery Variation
- Eliminates Error Near Empty Voltage
- Eliminates Coulomb-Counter Drift
- Compensates for Age, Current, and Temperature
- Does Not Require Empty, Full, or Idle States
- Low 5.1µA Operating Current
- Monitors Multiple-Cell Battery Pack
- Wide Sense Resistor Range: 1mΩ to 1000mΩ
- PCB Metal Sensing + Temperature Compensation
- Supports Li+ and Variants Including LiFePO4
- Thermistor or ±1°C Internal Temperature
- Dynamic Power Estimates Power Capability During Discharge
- Time-to-Empty and Time-to-Full Estimation
- Predicts Remaining Capacity Under Theoretical Load
- No Calibration Required
- Alert Indicator for Voltage, SOC, Temperature, Current, and 1% SOC Change
Applications/Uses
- Tablets, 2-in-1 Laptops
- Digital Still, Video, and Action Cameras
- Medical Devices
- Handheld Computers and Terminals
- Financial Terminals
- Mobile Printers
- Augmented/Virtual Reality Devices
- Robots
- E-Bikes
- Battery Backups
- Wireless Speakers
Description
The MAX17261 is an ultra-low power fuel gauge IC which implements the Maxim ModelGauge™ m5 algorithm. The IC monitors a multiple-series cell battery pack with an external resistor divider.
The ModelGauge m5 EZ algorithm makes fuel gauge implementation easy by eliminating battery characterization requirements and simplifying host software interaction. The algorithm provides tolerance against battery diversity for most lithium batteries and applications.
The algorithm combines the short-term accuracy and linearity of a coulomb counter with the long-term stability of a voltage-based fuel gauge, along with temperature compensation to provide industry-leading fuel gauge accuracy. The IC automatically compensates for cell-aging, temperature, discharge rate, and provides accurate state-of-charge (SOC) in percentage (%) and remaining capacity in milliampere-hours (mAh) over a wide range of operating conditions. As the battery approaches the critical region near empty, the algorithm invokes a special correction mechanism that eliminates any error. The IC provides accurate estimation of time-to-empty and time-to-full and provides three methods for reporting the age of the battery: reduction in capacity, increase in battery resistance, and cycle odometer.
The IC provides precision measurements of current, voltage, and temperature. The temperature of the battery pack is measured using an internal temperature sensor or external thermistor. A 2-wire I2C interface provides access to data and control registers. The IC is available in a tiny lead-free 0.4mm pitch, 1.5mm x 1.5mm, 9-pin WLP package and 3mm x 3mm, 14-pin TDFN package.
Design Solution: Choose a Fuel Gauge with the Right Current Sensing for Your Battery System ›
Technical Docs
Support & Training
Search our knowledge base for answers to your technical questions.
Filtered SearchOur dedicated team of Applications Engineers are also available to answer your technical questions. Visit our support portal.
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