Description
The LTC® 4010 provides a complete, cost-effective nickel battery fast charge solution in a small package using few external  components.  A  550kHz  PWM  current  source controller and all necessary charge initiation, monitoring and termination control circuitry are included.

FEATUREs
Complete NiMH/NiCd Charger for 1 to 16 Cells
No Microcontroller or Firmware Required
550kHz PWM Current Source Controller
No Audible Noise with Ceramic Capacitors
Wide Input Voltage Range: 5.5V to 34V
Programmable Charge Current: 5% Accuracy
Automatic Trickle Precharge
–∆V Fast Charge Termination
Optional ∆T/∆t Fast Charge Termination
Optional Temperature Qualification
Automatic NiMH Top-Off Charge
Programmable Timer
Automatic Recharge
Multiple Status Outputs
Micropower Shutdown
16-Lead Thermally Enhanced TSSOP Package