The MCP16701 integrates eight 1.5A step-down converters that can be connected in parallel, four internal 300mA LDO (Low Dropout) voltage regulators, and a driver for external MOSFETs.
This highly integrated device can reduce footprint by 48% with fewer than 60% of the components of a discrete solution. The MCP16701 is supplied in a small 8 mm × 8 mm VQFN package, providing a compact and flexible power supply solution for space-constrained applications. The MCP16701 meets a variety of power requirements and supports Microchip's PIC64-GX microprocessors and PolarFire® FPGAs thanks to its configurable feature set.
“With the introduction of the MCP16701, Microchip sets a new benchmark in PMIC technology, offering unprecedented levels of integration and flexibility,” said Rudy Jaramillo, vice president of Microchip’s Analog Power and Interfaces Division. “This advanced PMIC is specifically designed for high-performance applications and allows our customers to streamline their design process.”.
The MCP16701 incorporates an I2C communication interface to simplify and improve communication efficiency between the PMIC and other system components. The device operates in a temperature range of −40°C to +105°C to provide reliable performance under diverse environmental conditions.
A key feature of the MCP16701 is its ability to dynamically change the output voltage levels for all converters in 12.5 mV/25 mV increments. This maximum flexibility allows designers to precisely adjust the power supply to meet the specific requirements of each application, helping to improve the overall efficiency and performance of the system.
The MCP16701 joins a family of Microchip PMIC products, including the MCP16502, MCP16501, and others, used to power high-performance microprocessor applications for industrial computing, data centers, IoT, and distributed AI (edge). For more information, visit Microchip's power management products webpage.
Development Tools
The PMIC MCP16701 features support for the EV23P28A evaluation board and a graphical user interface to help developers evaluate their design.
Pricing and Availability:
The MCP16701 device is now available for $3.00 per unit for orders of 10,000 units. For more information and to purchase, contact a Microchip sales representative, an authorized distributor, or visit the Microchip Customer Service and Purchasing website at www.microchipdirect.com.
