MAX17261METD+, Battery Fuel Gauge, LiFePO4, Li-Ion, 2.3V to 4.9V Supply, I2C Interface, TDFN-14

Maxim's MAX17260/61 battery characterization-free solution offers high levels of accuracy, maximized runtime, small size, and ease of design. With modern technology continuing to advance, consumers have become more dependent on their wireless, battery-powered devices. As devices have become more sophisticated with their feature offerings and increasing power density, designers are now challenged with achieving an enhanced user experience without compromising battery runtimes. There's also need for highly accurate fuel gauges, as less accuracy may introduce uncertainty that must be compensated with higher battery capacity and larger physical dimensions. As designers consider a range of applications, minimizing the physical size of the battery becomes crucial. These applications include handheld gaming systems, remote controls, smart home devices, USB Type-C™ portable devices and more. The MAX17260 and MAX17261 provide a high level of accuracy in fuel gauging compared to competing solutions. This allows designers to maximize their devices' runtime by preventing premature or sudden device shutdowns, while maintaining a smaller battery size.