CHICAGO, March 12 /PRNewswire/ -- International Components Corporation (ICC) -- a Chicago-based
manufacturer of power supplies, battery chargers and rechargeable Li-Ion
batteries has recently developed, optimized and patented an exclusive In-Pack
Charge Control technology for battery packs.
This revolutionary new technology charges in the same manner as
conventional chargers yet is specifically designed to use less power. In-Pack
Charge Control works in conjunction with the battery's safety circuitry to
ensure proper charging conditions over the life of the battery pack.
In-Pack Charge Control places the voltage and current regulation, charge
termination, and safety mechanisms necessary for properly charging Li-Ion
batteries into the battery pack itself. By removing charge circuitry from the
host device, In-Pack software -- not traditional hardware -- allows
electronics manufacturers to effectively free up valuable component space,
thereby reducing overall product cost. Through ICC's patented software
algorithms, In-Pack Charge Control allows electronics designers to reduce
PCBA area by eliminating the power section of the charger and its required
heat dissipation hardware.
"Our goal was to introduce a much safer, cost-effective and controlled
Lithium Ion charging solution," said Michael Davis, Executive Director of
Sales and Marketing. "In-Pack Charge Control is designed with on-board safety
circuitry that continually monitors cell voltages and currents."
According to Davis, this innovative self-monitoring will prevent charge
or discharge if or when an unsafe condition occurs.
In-Pack Charge Control limits the charge current to a preset level
(usually currents equal to 0.7C) per the cell manufacturer's recommendation.
Charging at the proper rate helps to maximize cycle life and reduces stress
on the cell. Moreover, In-Pack Charge Control is designed to consume very
little power during operation, allows for charging without the host device,
and greatly simplifies end-equipment use.
Complete In-Pack Charge Control technical specifications are available
24/7 at www.iccus.com .
About ICC:
Founded in 1967, International Components Corporation (www.iccus.com) is
a privately held developer and manufacturer of custom battery charger and
rechargeable battery technology solutions for the Medical, Communications,
Handheld Data, Portable Power-Tool, Digital Camera and Consumer Round Cell
OEM markets.
Web site: http://www.iccus.com
International Components Corporation
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