MIC4826 Low Input Voltage, 160VPP Output Voltage, EL Driver0 pages

March 2009 1 MIC4826
MIC4826 Micrel
MIC4826
Low Input Voltage, 160VPP Output Voltage, EL Driver
General Description
Micrel’s MIC4826 is a high output voltage, DC to AC converter, designed for driving EL (Electroluminescent) lamps. The device operates from an input voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V, making it suitable for 1-cell Li Ion and 2- or 3-cell alkaline/NiCad/NiMH battery applications. The MIC4826 converts a low voltage DC input to a 160VPP AC output signal that drives the EL lamp.
The MIC4826 is comprised of two stages: a boost stage, and an H-bridge, lamp driver, stage. The boost stage steps the input voltage up to +80V. The H-bridge stage then alternately switches the +80V output to each terminal of the EL lamp, thus creating a 160VPP AC signal to drive the EL lamp and generate light.
The MIC4826 features separate oscillators for the boost- and H-bridge stages. External resistors independently set the operating frequency of each stage. This flexibility allows the EL lamp circuit to be optimized for maximum efficiency and brightness.
The MIC4826 uses a single inductor and a minimum number of external components, making it ideal for portable, space-sensitive applications.
The MIC4826 is available in an 8-pin MSOP package with an ambient temperature range of –40°C to +85°C.
Typical Application
Features
• 1.8V to 5.5V DC input voltage
• 160VPP regulated AC output waveform
• Independently adjustable EL lamp frequency
• Independently adjustable boost converter frequency
• 0.1ìA shutdown current
Applications
• LCD panel backlight
• Cellular phones
• PDAs
• Pagers
• Calculators
• Remote controls
• Portable phones
Ordering Information
Part Number
Standard Pb-Free Temp. Range Package
MIC4826BMM MIC4826YMM –40°C to +85°C MSOP-8
Micrel, Inc. • 1849 Fortune Drive • San Jose, CA 95131 • USA • tel + 1 (408) 944-0800 • fax + 1 (408) 944-0970 • http://www.micrel.com
High Voltage EL Driver
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