Description

The LTC® 4010 provides a complete, cost-effective nickel battery fast charge solution in a small package using few external  components.  A  550kHz  PWM  current  source controller and all necessary charge initiation, monitoring and termination control circuitry are included.

Features

Complete NiMH/NiCd Charger for 1 to 16 Cells

No Microcontroller or Firmware Required

550kHz PWM Current Source Controller

No Audible Noise with Ceramic Capacitors

Wide Input Voltage Range: 5.5V to 34V

Programmable Charge Current: 5% Accuracy

Automatic Trickle Precharge

–∆V Fast Charge Termination

Optional ∆T/∆t Fast Charge Termination

Optional Temperature Qualification

Automatic NiMH Top-Off Charge

Programmable Timer

Automatic Recharge

Multiple Status Outputs

Micropower Shutdown

16-Lead Thermally Enhanced TSSOP Package