Automotive chip for battery management applications with daisy chain up to 31 devices
A Li-ion battery monitoring and balancing chip, the L9963E is designed for high-reliability automotive applications and energy storage systems. Up to 14 stacked battery cells can be monitored to meet the requirements of 48 V and higher voltage systems as it is possible to daisy chain multiple (up to 31) devices ensuring high-speed, low EMI, long distance, and reliable data transmissions. In addition to a fully redundant cell measurement path, with ADC Swap, for enhanced safety and Limp Home functionality, the L9963E offers an intelligent diagnostic routine providing automatic failure validation.