Infinite Power Solutions
Littleton, CO 80127
Nov 23, 2009 With expected lifetime up to 20 years, THINERGY(TM) MEC102 offers multiple capacity options up to 2.5 mAh and up to 10 mWh of energy, as well as discharge rate capability of 100 mA and 300 mW continuous. Battery features inorganic, solid state construction and total package thickness of 170 µm. Suited for micro-electronic applications such as remote/autonomously powered wireless sensors, security systems, remote controls, and memory, battery will not overheat, burn, leak, or outgas.

Pickering Interfaces Inc
GRANTS PASS, OR 97526
Nov 18, 2009 Model 41-752 is 6-cell battery simulator that provides up to 300 mA of current from each cell, with output voltage from each adjustable up to 7 V. Each cell includes sense lines to optimize regulation performance and can be configured to operate as current sink in battery charging circuit of up to 100 mA. Independently controlled channels allow cells to be set to different output voltages to simulate different charge and capacity states.

PCT International Inc.
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Nov 05, 2009 Battery Testing and Charging System helps cable system operators test, re-charge, and redeploy batteries from EMTA deployments. Comprised of servers, testing software, and tester/charger, system can be stacked to service up to 192 batteries in one 19 in. rack. It provides complete testing and battery charging linearity test for 2-, 3- and 4-cell battery packs. System can also plot minute by minute charging reports; provide current and voltage curves; and test power drain linearity.

Microchip Technology, Inc.
Chandler, AZ 85224 6199
Sep 03, 2009 Supplied in 3 x 3 mm DFN packages, MCP731XX Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) and MCP732XX Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Chargers feature voltage regulation and integrated pass transistor. All charge-management controllers have max input voltage of 18 V and come with one of 2 OVP set points: 5.8 and 6.5 V for single-cell MCP73114 and MCP73113/23 or 13 V for dual-cell MCP73213 and MCP73123. Features and chemistry make products suited for devices in consumer, medical, and industrial markets.

Clore Automotive
Lenexa, KS 66215
Sep 03, 2009 SOLAR ESA30 can be used in conjunction with jump starter to preserve vehicle codes and electronic presets while vehicle's battery is disconnected. Compatible with any jump starter featuring 12 V power port, product acts as interface connector between jump starter and vehicle's OBD II port. It prevents any electronic memory loss when disconnecting vehicle's battery and confirms proper connection via built-in LED.

Summit Microelectronics, Inc.
Campbell, CA 95008
Jul 24, 2009 Programmable SMB136/SMB137B employ CurrentPath(TM) technology, which supports dual input source (USB or AC/DC) with arbitration, dual output for system and battery, and system operation with dead/missing battery. Based on 3 MHz, switch-mode architecture, products are supplied in 3.0 x 2.5 mm CSP; integrate TurboCharge(TM) technology; and support all battery charging standards. ICs detect input source type and automatically optimize operation for fastest and safest charging.

Linear Technology Corp.
Milpitas, CA 95035-7417
Jun 25, 2009 Designed for single-cell Li-Ion/Polymer batteries, Models LT3650-4.1 and LT3650-4.2 operate from 4.75-32 V and have 40 V absolute maximum rating. Model LT3650-4.1 offers 4.1 V battery float voltage, while Model LT3650-4.2 features 4.2 V final charge voltage. Once charging is terminated, devices automatically enter low current standby mode that reduces input supply current to 85 µA. Housed in 12-pin, 3 x 3 mm DFN package, both 1 MHz chargers operate from -40 to +85°C.

International Battery, Inc.
Oakland, NJ 07436
Jun 23, 2009 Nested, Slim, and Wide classes of modules for Li-Ion batteries are able to supply up to 4 kW/hr of storage. Modules create energy storage system incorporating 8 International Battery cells, each with Battery Management System board, and can be connected in series or parallel configurations. System can accommodate 30 modules for maximum voltage of 760 V and can incorporate any of company's cells ranging from 40-200 Ah capacity per cell.

Nuvera Fuel Cells
Cambridge, MA 02140
Mar 25, 2009 Replacing standard lead acid batteries in forklift trucks, PowerEdge(TM) consists of PowerFlow(TM) hydrogen fuel cell system, sealed maintenance-free batteries, compressed hydrogen storage, and computerized control system. System stays in truck and is refueled with hydrogen in 2 minutes or less. Equipped with automated controls and remote monitoring for optimal fleet management, system comes in C Series for Class I counterbalance trucks and R Series for Class II reach trucks.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)
Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Mar 24, 2009 Single-cell battery fuel gauge IC, bq27505, leverages Impedance Track(TM) technology, which predicts battery capacity under all operating conditions. Residing in system, stand-alone lithium battery capacity monitoring device measures 2.5 x 2 x 0.625 mm and reports remaining capacity, time-to-empty, voltage, current, and temperature. Residing within battery pack or on system's main board in embedded, non-removable battery, bq27541 can also provides secure battery pack authentication.

Maxim Integrated Products
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Mar 04, 2009 Incorporating fast-charge control and alkaline-cell detection, DS2710 stand-alone, NiMH charger IC enables addition of in-system NiMH charging to end equipment powered by AA or AAA battery. It includes status pin for driving one LED to indicate precharge, fast-charge, or fault conditions. Capable of charging batteries from USB port, device is suited for MP3 players, voice recorders, handheld games, toys, or any other application capable of using standard-size alkaline/NiMH batteries.

Minuteman UPS/Para Systems
Carrollton, TX 75007
Feb 19, 2009 Available in rackmount or tower configuration, EXL Series extreme runtime battery packs suit SMBs seeking longer battery backup times for servers, networking devices, data storage, telephone, and security systems. Products measure 5.2 x 17.3 x 26.8 in., carry 1,836 or 2,040 VAh ratings, and weigh 127.9 or 138.9 lb. They are compatible with Minuteman Endeavor online and EnterprisePlus line interactive UPS solutions for enterprise IT, security, and VoIP phone systems.

Fairchild Semiconductor
San Jose, CA 95134
Feb 17, 2009 Incorporating on-board FET, FAN3989 detects presence of USB charger, eliminating external circuitry, and resulting in 15-20% of board space savings. It also monitors VBUS for over or under-voltage conditions, setting FLAG 2 pin low if VBUS is under 3.3 V or over 6.0 V, while turning off internal PMOS load switch. Suited for cell phone applications, unit comes in compact 8-lead MLP packaging, utilizes Pb-free terminals, and meets IPC/JEDEC standard for Pb-free reflow requirements.

Renesas Technology America, Inc.
San Jose, CA 95134-1368
Feb 03, 2009 R2J24020F Group ICs are available in SiP configuration that features 16-bit MCU integrated with A/D converter for measuring current and voltage. Designed for lithium-ion battery packs with Smart Battery System (SBS) support, ICs are available in 3 flash memory capacities for storing MCU programs and come in compact 48-pin LQFP package. E8a Emulator on-chip debugger with single-pin interface support is available as development environment.

Advanced Analogic Technologies Inc.
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Jan 23, 2009 Supplied in 16-pin, 3 x 4 mm TDFN package, AAT3691 regulates battery charge voltage and current for 4.2 V lithium-ion battery cells used in portable systems. Integrated over-voltage protection (OVP) up to 28 V offers response time under 1 µsec, and IC supports inputs from AC adapters as well as USB ports across 3.0-6.75 V (typ) range. Charger intelligently assesses which input source offers minimum charging time and modifies charge path accordingly.

Semtech Corp.
Newbury Park, CA 91320
Jan 22, 2009 Featuring separate 28 V transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode, RClamp3654P protects VBus against fault conditions when standard USB port is used for charging battery. It offers transient ESD protection for high-speed data lines to IEC 61000-4-2 15 KV (air) and 8kV (contact), EFT protection to IEC 61000-4-4 40A, and protects USB DP, DM, and ID pin up to 5.5 V. Device comes in leadless 6-pin SLP1616P6 L6 package and meets China's new USB charging requirement YD-T-1591-2006.

Atmel Corp.
San Jose, CA 95131
Jan 08, 2009 Comprising 6 devices targeting different end markets, single-chip solutions ensure Li-ion batteries (1-4 cell) in portable handheld applications have required monitoring and charging control to ensure safety and optimum lifetime. Li-ion battery management devices integrate high-voltage manufacturing process and AVR® microcontrollers' technology, and precision of voltage measurements makes it possible to accurately control charge and discharge cut-off voltages.

Linear Technology Corp.
Milpitas, CA 95035-7417
Sep 15, 2008 Supplied in 2 x 3 mm DFN package, LT3653 monolithic current mode step-down switching regulator utilizes 1.5 MHz oscillator, internal compensation, and internal boost diode. Input range of 7.5-30 V supports range of sources, input overvoltage lockout protects device from input transients to 60 V, and adjustable output current limit can be set from 400 mA to 1.2 A. Control pin VC is available for external battery tracking, keeping output voltage 300 mV above Li-Ion battery voltage.

Optima Batteries
Aurora, CO 80011
Sep 04, 2008 Suited for performance duty in import cars, D51 and D51R YellowTop® batteries feature spill-proof, deep-cycle design. With its exact fit side terminal design, RedTop® Group 78 will fit all GM platforms with active cooling box and offers single-point venting for under-seat applications. Both maintenance-free battery types, mountable in almost any position, utilize SPIRALCELL® Technology for vibration resistance and repetitive reserve capacity (discharge/recharge cycles).

C&D Technologies, Inc.
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Aug 28, 2008 Suited for telecommunication applications, C&D TRUE FRONT ACCESS Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries have front access terminals and provide 100% out-of-the-box capacity ratings at installation. Multiple models are available to fit system power demands, and each has seismic design and 13+ year service life expectancy. Solutions support build out of digital fiber optic based systems and upgrades of existing systems requiring added runtime to meet minimum 8 hr backup standards.