XC6121F646MR-G

The XC6121F646MR-G is a supervisor IC designed for safety management in microprocessors and other applications. It is part of the XC6121 series from ON Semiconductor. Supervisors are used when very small and energy-efficient components are needed for monitoring, controlling, or protecting computer hardware and software.

Features of XC6121F646MR-G

The XC6121F646MR-G offers several features that make it an attractive choice for applications requiring advanced power management capabilities:

• Integrated Adjustable Voltage Detector (AVD) with Adjustable Output Voltage.
• Integrated Digital Over-Temperature Detector (ODT) with Programmable Temperature Set Point.
• Low Standby Current Consumption.
• Integrated Regulator with Programmable Output Voltage.
• Integrated Digital Over-Voltage Detector (OVD) with Programmable Threshold Input.
• Advanced Diagnostic Monitoring and Reporting Features.
• Low Jitter, Programmable Output Interface.

Application of XC6121F646MR-G

The XC6121F646MR-G is designed for use in microprocessors, but its applications extend beyond the realm of processor safety management. It is also suitable for use in other applications that require advanced power management capabilities, such as:

• Automotive Electronic Control Units (ECU) and Engine Control Modules (ECM).
• Industrial and Printed Circuit Board Controllers.
• Wireless Networking Applications.
• Digital Cameras and Video Camcorders.
• Personal Computers and Laptops.
• Portable Devices and Mobile Phones.

Working Principle of XC6121F646MR-G

The basic principle behind operation of the XC6121F646MR-G is that it is constantly monitoring the system’s power supply and output voltage levels and will shut down the system if it detects an unacceptable voltage discrepancy. This helps to ensure that the system is operating safely and not exceeding the voltage limitations of the components and power rails in the system.

The XC6121F646MR-G has an adjustable voltage detector (AVD) which monitors the power supply and output voltages of the system. When a discrepancy is detected, the AVD will shut down the system and alert the user via a signal on an external pin. The XC6121F646MR-G also features an integrated digital over-temperature detector (ODT) which monitors the internal temperature of the system and will shut down the system if it detects a temperature reading above the programmed temperature set point.

The XC6121F646MR-G also features an integrated digital over-voltage detector (OVD) which monitors the input voltages of the system and will shut down the system if it detects an input voltage which is higher than the programmed voltage threshold. Additionally, the XC6121F646MR-G features integrated diagnostic monitoring and reporting features which allow the user to monitor and track condition parameters of the system in real time.

Overall, the XC6121F646MR-G provides an efficient and affordable way to monitor and protect systems against unsafe operating voltages or temperatures, while providing advanced diagnostic monitoring and reporting capabilities.