Description
Product Overview
Simplify your battery charging circuit designs with the 1S Li-Ion, Li-Po Battery Charger Schematic Module – MCP73831 for KiCAD. This ready-to-use schematic module is built around the MCP73831 IC, a compact and efficient linear charge management controller for single-cell lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries. Whether you’re building portable electronics, IoT devices, or embedded systems, this module provides a reliable and time-saving solution for managing safe battery charging.
What’s Included
This digital product includes a modular schematic block for KiCAD, featuring:
- ✅ MCP73831-Based Charging Circuit
- ✅ Preconfigured for 4.2V Li-Ion/Li-Po Batteries
- ✅ LED Charge Status Indicator Output (STAT Pin)
- ✅ MCU-Compatible STAT Output with VDD Level Matching
- ✅ Example Configuration with Charging Current Resistor Selection (PROG Pin)
- ✅ Modular Design for Easy Reuse and Integration
Key Features
- 🔋 Reliable Charging Control: Supports safe and efficient charging of single-cell Li-Ion or Li-Po batteries with automatic preconditioning, constant current, and termination.
- ⚡ STAT Pin Monitoring Support: Includes an optional circuit to connect the STAT pin directly to a microcontroller. By connecting the same MCU power rail to the VDD pin of the module, voltage levels are safely matched for direct digital interfacing.
- 📦 Compact and Modular Design: Perfect for low-power and space-constrained systems.
- ⚙️ Configurable Charging Current: Adjustable via external resistor on the PROG pin.
- 💻 KiCAD 8 Compatible: Fully prepared for fast drag-and-drop use in modern schematic workflows.
Who is this for?
This module is ideal for:
- Embedded systems engineers
- Students and educators
- Electronics prototypers and hobbyists
Anyone building a battery-powered product or prototype can benefit from the plug-and-play simplicity of this well-documented schematic block.
Why Choose Proto Circuit Labs Templates?
Proto Circuit Labs offers modular, reusable, and well-documented schematic blocks that reduce development time, improve accuracy, and increase design consistency. All templates are built with real-world applications in mind, tested for compatibility and ease of use.
Product Details
- File Format: KiCAD Project Files (Digital)
- Compatibility: KiCAD 8
- IC Used: Microchip MCP73831
- Charging Status Monitoring: STAT pin logic-safe output for MCU integration
Get Started Today!
Power your next battery-powered project with confidence. Download the 1S Li-Ion, Li-Po Battery Charger Schematic Module – MCP73831 for KiCAD and start designing smarter today.
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