Infineon Technologies Launches Advanced High Voltage Analog Microcontroller for Precision in Automotive Battery Management Systems
Infineon PSoC 4 HVPA-144K: A Game-Changer for Automotive Battery Management
BonChip Electronics, a trusted distributor of Infineon Technologies products, is excited to introduce the PSoC 4 High Voltage Precision Analog (HVPA)-144K microcontroller. This innovative solution addresses the growing demands of the automotive battery management sector by integrating high-precision analog and high-voltage functionality onto a single chip.
Optimizing 12V Battery Management in Modern Vehicles
The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K offers a compelling solution for monitoring and managing 12V lead-acid batteries, the backbone of a vehicle's 12V power supply system:
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Fully Integrated System: The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K eliminates the need for complex, multi-component designs, simplifying system integration and reducing BOM costs.
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ISO26262 Compliance: This ensures functional safety, making the PSoC 4 HVPA-144K ideal for safety-critical automotive applications.
Unparalleled Precision and Control
The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K delivers exceptional performance for accurate battery health monitoring:
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High-Resolution Sigma-Delta ADCs and Digital Filtering: These features enable precise measurement of key battery parameters like voltage, current, and temperature, with an accuracy of up to ±0.1%. This meticulous data is crucial for determining the battery's state-of-charge (SoC) and state-of-health (SoH).
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Programmable Gain Amplifiers (PGAs) with Automatic Gain Control: The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K dynamically adjusts signal levels without software intervention, optimizing analog signal conditioning for accurate measurements.
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Shunt-Based Current Sensing: This method offers superior accuracy compared to conventional Hall sensors, providing a clearer picture of battery health.
Simplified Design and Enhanced Safety
The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K incorporates features that streamline design and prioritize safety:
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Integrated 12V LDO (42V Tolerant): The device can be powered directly from the 12V battery, eliminating the need for an external power supply.
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Integrated LIN Bus Transceiver: This facilitates seamless communication with the Local Interconnect Network (LIN) bus, a widely used communication protocol in automotive applications.
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Functional Safety Compliance: The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K meets the requirements of ASIL-C according to ISO26262, a functional safety standard for automotive electronics.
Powerful Processing and Comprehensive Software Support
The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K boasts a robust processing core and access to production-ready software:
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Arm Cortex-M0+ MCU: This core delivers efficient processing power to handle demanding battery management algorithms.
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Up to 128 KB Code Flash, 8 KB Data Flash, and 8 KB SRAM: Provides ample memory for application code, data storage, and program execution.
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Automotive-Grade Software Libraries: Infineon's Automotive Peripheral Driver Library (AutoPDL) and Safety Library (SafeTlib) streamline development and ensure code quality by adhering to industry standards like MISRA C and ISO26262.
Future-Proofing for Electrification
The PSoC 4 HVPA-144K lays the groundwork for future advancements in electric vehicle battery management:
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Expanding PSoC Microcontroller Portfolio: Infineon's commitment to the PSoC family signals the development of solutions for Li-ion battery management systems critical for electric vehicles (EVs).
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Scalability for Diverse Battery Systems: Infineon's roadmap includes products for managing high-voltage (400V+) and low-voltage (12V/48V) batteries, supporting the evolving needs of the automotive industry.
BonChip Electronics: Your Partner for PSoC 4 HVPA-144K
As a leading distributor of Infineon Technologies products, BonChip Electronics is your one-stop shop for the PSoC 4 HVPA-144K microcontroller and a vast selection of automotive-grade electronic components. Our team of experts is dedicated to assisting you in selecting the optimal solution for your next automotive battery management project. Contact BonChip Electronics today to learn more about how the PSoC 4 HVPA-144K can revolutionize your battery management designs.
