INTERNATIONAL COMPONENTS CORPORATION UNVEILS REVOLUTIONARY IN-PACK CHARGE CONTROL FOR BATTERY PACKS
New charging technology consumes less power at lower cost
CHICAGO-International Components Corporation (ICC)-a Chicago-based manufacturer of power supplies, battery chargers and rechargeable Li-Ion batteries has recently developed, optimized and patented an exclusive In-Pack Charge Control technology for battery packs.
This revolutionary new technology charges in the same manner as conventional chargers yet is specifically designed to use less power. In-Pack Charge Control works in conjunction with the battery's safety circuitry to ensure proper charging conditions over the life of the battery pack.
In-Pack Charge Control places the voltage and current regulation, charge termination, and safety mechanisms necessary for properly charging Li-Ion batteries into the battery pack itself. By removing charge circuitry from the host device, In-Pack software-not traditional hardware-allows electronics manufacturers to effectively free up valuable component space, thereby reducing overall product cost. Through ICC's patented software algorithms, In-Pack Charge Control allows electronics designers to reduce PCBA area by eliminating the power section of the charger and its required heat dissipation hardware.
"Our goal was to introduce a much safer, cost-effective and controlled Lithium Ion charging solution," said Michael Davis, Executive Director of Sales and Marketing. "In-Pack Charge Control is designed with on-board safety circuitry that continually monitors cell voltages and currents."
According to Davis, this innovative self-monitoring will prevent charge or discharge if or when an unsafe condition occurs.
In-Pack Charge Control limits the charge current to a preset level (usually currents equal to 0.7C) per the cell manufacturer's recommendation. Charging at the proper rate helps to maximize cycle life and reduces stress on the cell. Moreover, In-Pack Charge Control is designed to consume very little power during operation, allows for charging without the host device, and greatly simplifies end equipment use.
Complete In-Pack Charge Control technical specifications are available 24/7 at www.iccus.com.
About ICC:
Founded in 1967, International Components Corporation (www.iccus.com) is a privately held developer and manufacturer of custom battery charger and rechargeable battery technology solutions for the Medical, Communications, Handheld Data, Portable Power-Tool, Digital Camera and Consumer Round Cell OEM markets.