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Battery Charger IC Selection Guide: Li-Ion, LiFePO4 and NiMH Charging Circuits

A lithium-ion battery stores roughly 250 Wh/kg and, if charged incorrectly, releases that energy as fire. Selecting the right charger IC, configuring charge current and voltage correctly, and adding the safety features the chemistry demands is not optional. This guide covers the three battery chemistries most common in embedded products and how to…

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