Texas Instruments provides a recommended layout and placement guide in the application note SLUA444, which includes guidelines for component placement, routing, and thermal considerations to ensure optimal performance and minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).
The BQ24018DRCR has a programmable charging profile, and Texas Instruments provides a charging profile optimization guide in the application note SLUA443. This guide helps engineers to determine the optimal charging profile for their specific battery chemistry, including settings for charge voltage, charge current, and termination conditions.
The BQ24018DRCR has a maximum operating junction temperature of 125°C. To ensure reliable operation in high-temperature environments, engineers should follow the thermal design guidelines in the datasheet, including providing adequate heat sinking, using thermal interface materials, and minimizing thermal resistance. Additionally, Texas Instruments provides thermal simulation models and tools to help engineers simulate and optimize their thermal design.
The BQ24018DRCR has built-in OVP and UVP features, but engineers may need to add external components to customize the protection thresholds and response times. Texas Instruments provides application notes and design examples that demonstrate how to implement OVP and UVP with the BQ24018DRCR, including component selection and circuit design guidelines.
The BQ24018DRCR is designed to meet EMC regulations, but engineers should still follow best practices for EMC design, including using shielding, filtering, and layout techniques to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI). Texas Instruments provides EMC design guidelines and application notes that help engineers ensure compliance with EMC regulations, including CISPR 22 and FCC Part 15.
BQ24018DRCR datasheet
by Texas Instruments
