MC13892VL - 5/28V PMIC for i.MX | NXP Semiconductors
MPN: MC13892VL ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14.5 | $14.50 |
| 10 | $13.2 | $132.00 |
| 100 | $11.95 | $1,195.00 |
| 500 | $10.8 | $5,400.00 |
| 1,000 | $9.75 | $9,750.00 |
MC13892VL Overview
What is a PMIC? A Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) is a single-chip regulator that consolidates multiple DC-DC converters, LDOs, charge controllers, and power-sequencing logic into one device, simplifying portable designs by replacing dozens of discrete components and enabling programmable multi-rail start-up. PMICs sit in the power management hierarchy above discrete voltage regulators, and below the SoC they supply, acting as the intelligent power backbone for an application processor.
The MC13892VL provides a programmable buck switching regulator core for the processor Vcore, multiple LDOs for peripherals, a USB-OTG compliant boost, an LED driver array, a touch-screen interface, a 10-bit ADC for battery monitoring, and an SPI/I2C interface for host control. According to the manufacturer datasheet, it directly supports the power-rail requirements of the i.MX51 family with hardware-programmable output voltages and sequence timing.
Although the device is now classified as EOL (End of Life), it remains valuable as a reference design for legacy i.MX-based smartbooks, eBooks, portable navigation systems, smartphones, and ultrasound medical equipment. The wide 5 V to 28 V input range covers both single-cell Li-ion USB supplies and 2-cell industrial battery stacks, making it attractive for tablet and rugged-handheld use cases. Designers integrating this part should verify the latest NXP product-change notifications and consider the pin-compatible MC13892JVL variant or newer PF0100 series for new designs.
Drop-in alternatives for MC13892VL — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with MC13892VL (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Function, Host Interface, LDO Regulators, Package, Topology.
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MC13892JVL
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View Datasheet →MC13892VL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Function | PMIC - Power Management and User Interface IC |
| Input Voltage Range | 5 V to 28 V |
| Topology | Buck/Boost (BCK/BST PMUIC) |
| Number of Outputs | Multiple (processor Vcore, peripherals, USB-OTG) |
| Output Type | Programmable |
| Battery Management | Yes |
| Display LED Drivers | Yes (integrated) |
| Target Application Processor | i.MX51 / i.MX37 / i.MX35 / i.MX27 |
| Host Interface | SPI / I2C |
| ADC | 10-bit (battery monitoring) |
| Touch Screen Interface | Yes |
| Package | 186-LFBGA (12x12 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Packaging | Tray |
MC13892VL 186-lfbga (12x12 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC13892VL (186-lfbga (12x12 mm) package). This power device features gate, drain, and source terminals. For non-polarized packages, refer to the manufacturer datasheet for exact pin 1 orientation and footprint details. Common applications include power supply design, motor driving, and load switching.
No detailed pinout data available for MC13892VL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC13892VL is suitable for 6 applications: i.MX51 Smartbook / Tablet Power Tree, Portable Navigation Device (PND), eBook Reader Power Management, Handheld Ultrasound Medical Equipment, Smartphone and Media Phone Platforms, Industrial Handheld / Rugged Mobile Terminal.
i.MX51 Smartbook / Tablet Power Tree
The MC13892VL's 5-28 V buck/boost core and programmable multi-rail outputs supply the i.MX51 Vcore, memory, and peripheral rails from a single USB or 2-cell battery source, eliminating the multi-IC power tree typical in smartbook motherboards. Per the NXP datasheet, the SPI/I2C programmable sequencing matches the i.MX51 power-on order, reducing external logic.
Recommended
Portable Navigation Device (PND)
Portable navigation hardware needs a wide-input PMIC tolerant of automotive cradles and Li-ion packs. The MC13892VL accepts 5-28 V on a single rail and integrates battery management plus LED backlight drivers sized for GNSS displays, making it a one-chip solution for PND reference designs that pair an i.MX host with a TFT panel.
Recommended
eBook Reader Power Management
eBook readers using i.MX processors benefit from the MC13892VL's low-standby quiescent current and integrated E-ink display LED drivers. The built-in 10-bit ADC monitors the Li-ion cell accurately through charge/discharge cycles, while the SPI interface lets the application processor dynamically trim Vcore during page-refresh low-power states.
Recommended
Handheld Ultrasound Medical Equipment
Medical handheld ultrasound carts and probes demand long battery life and silent operation. The MC13892VL's switching architecture and integrated LED drivers make it a strong fit, with the integrated 10-bit ADC enabling real-time battery telemetry needed for IEC 60601-1-compliant run-time indicators on the cart display.
Recommended
Smartphone and Media Phone Platforms
Media phones and feature phones built around i.MX27/i.MX35 silicon use the MC13892VL to consolidate battery charging, multiple LDOs, and backlight drive in a single 186-LFBGA. The IC's 5-28 V tolerance and built-in touch-screen interface reduce board area in the slim phone form factor without sacrificing user-interface responsiveness.
Recommended
Industrial Handheld / Rugged Mobile Terminal
Rugged industrial handhelds powered from 2-cell or 12 V vehicle supplies benefit from the MC13892VL's wide 5-28 V input window and programmable sequencing. The integrated LED drivers can drive both the LCD backlight and the keypad illumination from a single BGA, and the touch-screen interface streams directly to the i.MX LCDIF peripheral.
Recommended
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Engineering reference data for MC13892VL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC13892JVL | MC13892JVLR2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 186-LFBGA (12x12 mm) | 186-LFBGA (12x12 mm) - same | 186-LFBGA (12x12 mm) - same |
| Input Voltage Range | 5 V to 28 V | 5 V to 28 V | 5 V to 28 V |
| Target Application Processor | i.MX51 / i.MX37 / i.MX35 / i.MX27 | i.MX51 / i.MX37 / i.MX35 / i.MX27 | i.MX51 / i.MX37 / i.MX35 / i.MX27 |
| Host Interface | SPI / I2C | SPI / I2C | SPI / I2C |
| Integrated LED Drivers | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated Touch-Screen Interface | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ADC for Battery Monitor | 10-bit | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Lifecycle Status | EOL | EOL (last-time-buy replacement) | EOL (tape-and-reel variant of JVL) |
| Packaging | Tray | Tray | Tape & Reel |
Key Differentiators
- NXP-family drop-in replacement (vs MC13892JVL)
- Tray packaging option (vs MC13892JVLR2)
Design Notes
The MC13892VL accepts 5-28 V on its main supply but expects a tightly regulated 5 V bias for the LED driver stage. Estimated: with VIN = 12 V and a 5 V/0.5 A bias load, the buck core must reject ~7 V, so verify the inductor saturation current rating is at least 1.5x the steady-state peak to avoid saturation during cold-crank transients.
In the 186-LFBGA (12x12 mm) package, the thermal pad must be soldered to at least four thermal vias on the top layer for adequate heatsinking to inner copper planes. Estimated: at 2 W dissipation the junction-rise above ambient is roughly 25 C with a properly stitched thermal via array, but can exceed 60 C on a poorly thermalized board.
Place all input/output ceramic capacitors within 2 mm of the BGA balls to minimize parasitic inductance on the switching nodes. Use a 4-layer stack-up with a dedicated ground plane directly under the PMIC; keep digital SPI/I2C traces at least 3 mm away from the switched-phase nodes to avoid injected noise on the host interface.
Do not apply input voltages above 28 V or below 5 V - the part lacks undervoltage lockout hysteresis and may misbehave during connector-insertion transients. Also ensure the touch-screen reference is decoupled separately from the audio supply; otherwise the touch interrupt lines can couple into the headset return path.
Compliance Information
Compliance information not explicitly listed in verified distributor sources; request RoHS/REACH certificate from supplier for EU-restricted applications. AEC-Q100 is not applicable since this part is intended for consumer/industrial handheld platforms rather than automotive ECUs.
