Element14 Enhances IoT Product Design with Nordic Semiconductors’ nPM1300 Power Management IC

Element14 has recently expanded its semiconductor portfolio with the addition of Nordic Semiconductors’ nPM1300 Power Management Integrated Circuit (IC), a move that significantly enhances the design and efficiency of advanced Internet of Things (IoT) products. This integration marks a notable advancement in simplifying system design for IoT developers, offering a compact, highly efficient solution.

The nPM1300 stands out for its ability to integrate essential functions necessary for embedded designs into a single package. This integration not only simplifies the system design process but also contributes to longer run times and efficient battery charging. The IC reduces the number of components typically required, particularly in Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) embedded designs, where such functions are usually added using discrete components. Among the intelligent system management functions integrated into the nPM1300 are a hard reset functionality for one or two buttons, accurate battery fuel gauging, a system-level watchdog, power loss warning, and recovery from failed boot.

Delving into the technical specifics, the nPM1300 boasts a range of features designed to optimize IoT device performance. It includes a battery charger capable of handling 32 to 800 mA, two 200 mA buck DCDC regulators, and two 100 mA Load switches, alternatively offering a 50 mA LDO. Additionally, it comes equipped with five General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIOs), three LED drivers, and is controlled via an I2C compatible Two-Wire Interface (TWI), showcasing its versatility and adaptability. Its USB-C compatibility further underlines its modern design approach, catering to the current trends in device charging and connectivity.

Jose Lok, Product Category Director for Semiconductor at element14, highlighted the strategic importance of the nPM1300 in their product lineup. “The nPM1300 is a compelling addition to our portfolio because of the multiple advantages it offers to developers. Every incremental saving in product development time and space accrues to the benefit of the end user, and the broader marketplace.” This statement emphasizes the benefits that the nPM1300 brings not only in terms of technological innovation but also in improving the overall development process for IoT products.

The introduction of the nPM1300 Power Management IC into element14’s portfolio signifies a critical step forward in the realm of IoT system design. By offering a product that combines efficiency, compactness, and integrated functionality, element14 not only streamlines the design process for developers but also opens up new possibilities for the advancement of IoT technology. The nPM1300 is a testament to Nordic Semiconductor's commitment to ultra-low power wireless technology and plays a key role in realizing the potential of wireless future technologies.

Available now through Farnell in EMEA, Newark in North America, and element14 in APAC, the nPM1300 Power Management IC is poised to become an essential component for developers looking to enhance their IoT product designs. Its combination of efficiency, integration, and advanced features make it an attractive option for a wide range of applications in the ever-growing IoT market.