
Linear Technology
DESCRIPTION
The LT8584 isa monolithic flyback DC/DC converter designed to actively balance high voltage stacks of batteries.
The high efficiency ofa switching regulator significantly increases the achievable balancing current while reducing heat generation. Active balancing also allows for capacity recovery in stacks of mismatched batteries, a feat unattainable with passive balance systems. Ina typical system, greater than 99% of the total battery capacity can be recovered.
FEATURES
■ 2.5A Typical Average Cell Discharge Current
■ Integrated 6A, 50V Power Switch
■ Integrates Seamlessly with LTC680x Family:
No Additional Software Required
■ Selectable Current and Temperature Monitors
■ Ultralow Quiescent Current in Shutdown
■ Engineered for ISO 26262 Compliant Systems
■ Isolated Balancing:
■ Can Return Charge to Top of Stack
■ Can Return Charge to Any Combination of Cells
in Stack
■ Can Return Charge to 12V Battery for Alternator
Replacement
■ Can Be Paralleled for Greater Discharge Capability
■ All Quiescent Current in Operation Taken from Local Cell
■ 16-Lead TSSOP Package
APPLICATIONS
■ Active Battery Stack Balancing
■ Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles
■ Fail-Safe Power Supplies
■ Energy Storage Systems