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Our top-tier solutions include PMICs, converters, switching chargers, WLED drivers,regulators, motor drivers, supervisory circuits, and watchdog timers. We provide everything necessary to design efficient, innovative smart home remote controls that offer ultra-low standby power and top performance in a small package.
MPS’s leading technology offers the most cost-effective power management to simplify the design process and create reliable, consumer-friendly home remote controls.
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INTEGRATED DRIVERS VS. GATE DRIVERS FOR MOTOR DRIVINGWhen designing a motor control circuit, it is vital to determine how to deliver the high current required to drive the motor. Designers must choose whether to use monolithic integrated circuits that have internal power devices, or gate driver ICs and discrete external power MOSFETs. This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each approach and provides guidance on when to choose eit...
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MP6500 & MP6600: INTEGRATED BIPOLAR STEPPER MOTOR DRIVERSThe MP6500 and MP6600 are bipolar stepper motor driver ICs. The MP6500 offers 2.5A peak output current and is available in in QFN-24 (5mmx5mm) and TSSOP-28EP packages. The MP6600 offers all of the same features and up to 1.5A of output current in a small QFN-24 (4mmx4mm) package. Beyond the standard integrated indexer logic and two PWM current-regulated H-bridge drivers, these parts provide unique...
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ARTIX ULTRASCALE+ AU20P/25P MINIMUM RAILS – LOWEST COST -
ARTIX ULTRASCALE+ AU10P/15P MINIMUM RAILS – LOWEST COST -
SPARTAN 7 PMIC SOLUTION WITH POWER SEQUENCING FOR HIGH POWER APPLICATIONS (5VIN)This reference design is intended for powering AMD Xilinx Spartan7 family of FPGAs (S6 - S100). This PMIC based solution combines a small footprint with good efficiency and tight regulation for a low cost solution. The internal sequencer ensures power up and power down sequencing requirements MP5416 PMIC with 4x bucks, 5x LDOs Vin 2.8V to 5.5V I2C support QFN-28 (4mmx4mm) Cost effective Small Foot...
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DC FAST CHARGING STATIONDC fast charging stations are becoming more common with the increased adoption of electric vehicles. Charging stations are a vital part of the infrastructure along major highways and populated suburbs, ensuring that electric vehicles have a place to charge during long-distance travel and day-to-day driving. These systems are often comprised of multiple 25kW to 75kW modules to create fast charging ...
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HIGH-PRECISION MOTION CONTROL FOR MULTI-AXIS MOTOR SYSTEMSThis video illustrates the precise motion control made possible thanks to MPS’s motor driver solutions. These 2-axis motion control and linear actuator demos feature the MP6570, a three-phase field-oriented control (FOC) motor controller, and the MP6539, a three-phase motor driver with three integrated half-bridge MOSFET pre-drivers. These parts offer flexible parameter configuration, selectable c...
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WHY MICROSTEPPING ISN'T AS GOOD AS YOU THINKStepper motors are often used for positioning since they are cost-effective, easy to drive, and can be used in open-loop systems — meaning that they do not require position feedback like servo motors. Steppers are used in small industrial machines, such as laser engravers, 3D printers, and office equipment like laser printers. There is a wide array of options when it comes to stepper motors. For ...
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USING CURRENT REGULATION IN DC MOTOR DRIVERSWhen starting a DC motor, large currents can be required that place a burden on the motor driver and power supply. This article will discuss using the current regulation function integrated into many motor driver ICs, while using examples from Monolithic Power Systems (MPS) to address high-current conditions. In many cases, using current regulation can allow designers to use a smaller motor drive...
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ZU1/2/3 FULL POWER MANAGEMENT – LOWEST COST -
ZU1/2/3 MINIMUM RAILS – LOWEST COST -
ANALOG SIGNAL VS. DIGITAL SIGNALSA signal is an electromagnetic or electrical current that carries data from one system or network to another. In electronics, a signal is often a time-varying voltage that is also an electromagnetic wave carrying information, though it can take on other forms, such as current. There are two main types of signals used in electronics: analog and digital signals. This article discusses the correspond...
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SMART TRACKERSSmart trackers are one of the latest innovations in the growing market of wearable and highly portable devices. Intended to help the user track or find items such as keys, critical features include multi-standard wireless connectivity — such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, and near field communication (NFC) — as well as reliable sensing and feedback to communicate the devices location. These high levels...
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GAMING CONTROLLERS & PERIPHERALSGaming controllers and peripherals are expected to have fast, accurate controls, reliable haptic feedback, and a long battery life. The nature of these devices means they must also be lightweight, comfortable to hold, and fairly durable. Connectivity options include RF signals, WiFi, Bluetooth, and near field control (NFC), and many controllers and peripherals integrate more than one of these. Oth...
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ELECTRONIC SMART LOCKSElectronic smart locks are increasing in popularity with the rise of IoT and smart homes, as they provide convenience and a sense of security to consumers. Because they are typically battery-powered, energy efficiency to maximize battery life is crucial. The nature of these devices means they must also offer ease-of-use, stable operation, and the ability to withstand wide temperature ranges and ex...
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AIR PURIFIERS & HUMIDIFIERSAir purifiers and humidifiers must be able to reliably improve air quality for end users. The best designs also offer improved energy efficiency, convenience, and low noise. As more and more appliances are expected to be smart-home ready, consumers are demanding new features such as wireless connectivity for ease of control. To meet and exceed customer expectations, designers are challenged with f...
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MOBILE POSMobile points of service (POS) offer the same features as other portable POS devices from the convenience of a tablet or smartphone. POS are expected to deliver fast, secure payment transactions amid changing payment methods and rising customer expectations. They must offer high reliability, long battery life, ease-of-use, and quick processing speeds to accelerate checkout times. As retail and ser...
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DRONE REMOTE CONTROLLERSDrone remote controllers must be able to offer consumers the precise, reliable control of drones and multicopters without hindering speed, navigation, or flight time. Wireless connectivity, as well as fast data processing and communication across a broad transmission distance, are crucial to ensure proper control and safety. Many new designs also feature LCD or LED interfaces, or even smartphone c...
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IR CONTACTLESS THERMOMETERSHandheld thermometers provide a direct method for measuring personal body temperature. Contactless thermometers are crucial for cases in which measurements must be taken while minimizing the spread of viral and bacteria contaminants. This allows users in clinical settings, as well as homes and businesses, to get instant results while minimizing contaminant propagation. These portable devices requi...
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OPTICAL NETWORK TERMINAL (ONT) UNITSAn optical network terminal (ONT) unit is a device that connects fiber optics cables to other wiring such as Ethernet and phone lines by converting the signal from optical to electrical and vice versa. Though they draw power from an electrical source, these devices also often have battery backup options in case of a power outage. It is typically part of a larger GPON (gigabyte passive optical netw...
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NETWORK-ATTACHED STORAGE (NAS)Network-attached storage (NAS) is a data storage option that is quickly growing in popularity. A NAS system is a centralized storage server that is connected to a network and able to be accessed by any authorized user within the network. These systems provide convenience and flexibility by being able to be physically stored and maintained on-site, as well as the ability to have their storage scale...
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FITNESS MACHINESFitness machines can be a key component of medical treatment and physical wellness. State-of-the-art medical systems often include next-generation user interfaces, real-time sensing and biometrics, and multi-standard connectivity. With growing concerns about the price of healthcare, reliability and cost are also crucial factors for customers. And of course, to help enhance the abilities of healthc...
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OVENSOvens are a key household appliance, and one which consumers expect to be reliable, effective, convenient, and energy efficient. The rise of smart homes has added a new layer of design requirements to new generations of ovens, including durable and intuitive user interfaces, wireless connectivity, smart sensing, and predictive maintenance. IoT capabilities can help keep up with growing consumer ex...
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PORTABLE PRINTERSPortable printers are incorporating more features into a small, lightweight packages. New designs are expected to include easier wireless connectivity, support for multiple input types, easy-to-use interfaces, and longer battery runtime. These printers must be able to quickly print high-quality renditions of documents or photos, as well as keep up with energy-saving trends that have increased the ...
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