NXP Energy Efficient GreenChip with Low Standby Power

NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced a new generation of GreenChip power solutions which feature low standby capability, reaching levels below 10mW. The NXP GreenChip power ICs, also known as Switch Mode Power Supply controller ICs, are designed for adapters for mobile devices such as cell phone chargers, tablets and notebooks, as well as major home appliances or white goods.

The GreenChip TEA1721 is the first member of the new high-performance low-power supply controllers with less than 10mW standby power consumption, optimized for use in mobile phone chargers and major home appliances. The new GreenChip TEA173x, TEA1753 and TEA1703 ICs deliver extremely low standby power for computing devices such as notebooks, tablets and netbooks, as well as printer adapters.

"From smartphones to home appliances, the consumer electronics industry is hungry for performance devices that come with ultra-low standby power levels. Our extensive GreenChip power portfolio is the answer, enabling new levels of intelligent energy efficiency,” said Stephane Curral, general manager, power and lighting solutions product line, NXP Semiconductors. “With the release of our newest GreenChip power supply controllers, we are expanding NXP’s leadership in power adapters for notebooks to broader premium products that demand longer battery life and high-efficiency.”

Building on the success of the NXP STARplug family, the GreenChip TEA1721 is an AC/DC controller targeting up to 5W power supplies with ultra-low standby power consumption of less than 10mW. It contains a USB-compliant power supply controller with integrated MOSFET and a minimal number of external components. In addition, the device is compliant to the USB 1.1 and 1.2 charging specification.

For higher power levels, NXP provides the TEA1753, which features a flyback controller with integrated PFC controller. The TEA1753 is the latest derivative of the very successful GreenChip III family, which works together seamlessly with the TEA1703 standby controller.