Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries remain a fire-causing nuisance, leading to the recall of a popular ebike and mobile power bank. Additionally, there were nearly 100 airline incidences caused by ...

The ever-changing properties during cell charging. The impact of wire-path resistance. Dealing with charger inefficiencies. When lithium-ion cell testers are being specified, the request is for a ...

One of the biggest benefits of cordless power tools is the lack of a cord. But the necessary power has to come from somewhere, which is where rechargeable batteries come in. Like many other cordless ...

The LTC4076 and LTC4077 from Linear Technology Corp. are standalone dual-input linear battery chargers. These devices charge single-cell Li-Ion batteries from wall adapter or USB power sources. The ...

Available in 12- or 24-W versions with an output current of up to 3 A, the LC Series of ac/dc battery chargers can accommodate batteries with up to six Li-ion or Li-polymer cells in series. The ...

In USB-C Power Delivery (PD) standard, the PPS (Programmable Power Supply) mode is an optional mode that lets you request a non-standard voltage from a charger, with the ability to set a current limit ...

Fast charging is convenient, but it raises questions about heat, battery wear, and long-term iPhone health. Here's what ...

The GTM91128 families of smart Li-Ion battery chargers offer three charging methods: conditioning, constant current, and constant voltage, and they address single- or multiple-battery configurations.

Smartphone Battery Health: With smartphones supporting fast charging, charger ratings like 30W, 65W, or 90W have become ...