MIC2026-2YM-TR: A Robust 2A Single-Channel Power Distribution Switch with Enable
The MIC2026-2YM-TR is a highly integrated, single-channel power distribution switch designed to provide robust and intelligent control over power rails in a wide array of electronic systems. This device is engineered to handle continuous load currents of up to 2A, making it an ideal solution for applications requiring precise power management, such as USB ports, peripherals, and hot-swap subsystems.
A key feature of the MIC2026-2YM-TR is its active-high enable pin, which allows a microprocessor or logic circuit to effortlessly turn the power switch on or off. This facilitates advanced power sequencing and provides the ability to put downstream circuits into a low-power state, enhancing overall system energy efficiency. The device incorporates comprehensive protection features to ensure system safety and longevity. These include thermal shutdown to prevent damage from overtemperature conditions, current limiting to safeguard against short circuits and overloads, and undervoltage lockout (UVLO) to ensure proper operation during power-up and brownout events.
The internal soft-start circuitry is another critical attribute, which actively controls the inrush current during turn-on. By gradually ramping up the output voltage, this feature prevents excessive current spikes that can cause voltage droops on the input supply, thereby improving system stability and reliability. Housed in a compact MSOP-8 package, the MIC2026-2YM-TR offers an excellent balance of performance and board space efficiency, making it suitable for space-constrained portable and embedded designs.
ICGOOODFIND: The MIC2026-2YM-TR stands out as a robust and reliable power distribution switch, integrating essential protection, a simple control interface, and soft-start in a minimal footprint, making it an excellent choice for modern power management designs.
Keywords: Power Distribution Switch, 2A Current Limit, Thermal Shutdown, Enable Control, Undervoltage Lockout (UVLO)
