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Calculate Quiescent Current to Extend Battery Life in Low-Power Portable Applications

Quiescent current is the current consumed by a circuit when in standby mode. The battery life of a circuit depends on the total current drain (quiescent and load current combined).

In this video, you will learn how to calculate the quiescent current of Maxim Integrated's MAX17222 nanoPower Boost Converter, and how to configure the part to extend the battery life of your circuit.

Time to watch - 4m 22s

Related Maxim Integrated Part Numbers - MAX17220 - MAX17225 are ideal for applications where long battery life is essential.

Maxim Integrated develops innovative analog ICs for the automotive, industrial, healthcare, mobile consumer, and cloud data center markets
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