The rapid advancement of AI in industrial, computing, and data center environments is driving increased demand for efficient and sophisticated power management solutions. Addressing this need, Microchip Technology has introduced the MCP16701, a highly integrated Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) tailored for designers of high-performance MPUs and FPGAs.
The MCP16701 features eight 1.5A buck converters that can be paralleled for enhanced current handling, four 300 mA internal Low Dropout (LDO) regulators, and a controller to manage external MOSFETs. This all-in-one solution delivers up to 48% board area savings and reduces component count by more than 60% compared to traditional discrete power designs.
Housed in a compact 8 mm × 8 mm VQFN package, the MCP16701 provides a space-efficient and versatile power management platform for applications with stringent space and performance requirements. It also supports Microchip’s PIC64-GX MPUs and PolarFire FPGAs, offering a configurable feature set to meet a wide range of power needs.
“With the introduction of the MCP16701, Microchip is setting a new standard in PMIC technology by offering an unprecedented level of integration and flexibility,” said Rudy Jaramillo, vice president of Microchip’s analog power and interface division. “This advanced PMIC is designed specifically for high-performance applications, enabling our customers to streamline their design process.”
The MCP16701 features an I2C communication interface to simplify and enhance communication efficiency between the PMIC and other system components. The device operates within a temperature range of TJ −40°C to +105°C for reliable performance in diverse environmental conditions.
A key feature of the MCP16701 is its ability to dynamically change Vout levels for all converters in 12.5 mV/25 mV increments. This maximum flexibility allows designers to fine-tune power delivery to meet specific application requirements, helping enhance overall system efficiency and performance.
The MCP16701 joins a family of Microchip PMIC products—including the MCP16502, MCP16501 and others—that are used to power high-performance MPU applications targeting industrial computing, data centers, IoT and edge AI. To learn more, visit Microchip’s power management products web page.
Development Tools
The MCP16701 PMIC is supported by the EV23P28A Evaluation Board and GUI to help developers evaluate their design.
Pricing and Availability
The MCP16701 device is available for $3.00 each in 10,000-unit quantities.
