USB-C charging port controllers

Convert your embedded applications to USB-C with the EZ-PD™ barrel connector replacement (BCR) portfolio of USB-C port controllers.

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Why choose EZ-PD™ BCR?

EZ-PD™ BCR is an easy-to-implement, plug-and-play solution that helps customers add USB-C and USB Power Delivery (PD) to their systems. The highly integrated solution requires no programming or in-depth USB-C knowledge and offers all necessary on-chip analog components and protection circuitry to implement a robust, interoperable USB Type-C power input in any electronic device.

The world is replacing old barrel power connectors with USB-C in anticipation of the upcoming common-charger regulation, and the EZ-PD™ BCR family offers manufacturers a simple, market-proven solution to make the fastest transition to USB-C.

EZ-PD™ BCR USB-C PD subsystem

EZ-PD™ Barrel Connector Replacement (BCR) integrates a complete USB-C subsystem that provides the interface to the USB Type-C port and comes with a built-in transceiver, protocol stack, and USB PD policy manager, eliminating the need for firmware development.

The USB PD block incorporates the necessary termination resistor RD and its switch as specified in the USB PD standard. The RD resistor is essential for performing connection detection, plug orientation detection, and establishing the USB UFP role.

EZ-PD™ BCR incorporates high-power analog components like LDO, gate driver, and discharge FET, reducing both BOM cost and solution footprints. Additionally, it integrates circuitry protections such as overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, VBUS short, and ESD, ensuring a robust and reliable USB-C system solution.

USB-C port controllers portfolio

Infineon's EZ-PD™ BCR controllers are integrated, pre-programmed USB Type-C charging port controllers designed for electronic devices with legacy barrel connectors or USB micro-B connectors, supporting up to 100 W of power. They enable easy integration of USB-C power consumer capability into a device, allowing it to be powered by various USB-C power sources such as chargers, adapters, power banks, and charging ports.

These controllers comply with the latest USB Type-C and USB PD standards, enabling designers to quickly transition their devices' power input from a barrel connector to a USB-C connector without invasive changes to their existing designs.

For enhanced configurability, support for programmable power supply (PPS), USB PD 3.1, OCP, and compatibility with legacy charging, customers can explore the features of EZ-PD™ BCR-PLUS within the product portfolio. However, if a simpler device is sufficient, customers can consider the streamlined EZ-PD™ BCR-Lite as an alternative, which also offers support for legacy charging.

USB-C: a triple-win for consumers, manufacturers, and our planet

Countries all over the world are making efforts to reduce electronic waste by pushing for the adoption of a universal power connector, with USB Type-C emerging as the leading solution.

By adopting USB-C, consumers, manufacturers, and the environment will all benefit from reduced adapter and charger clutter, minimizing global e-waste production. In this webinar, our expert will highlight the advantages of embracing USB-C as a universal power connector and then explore the solutions that Infineon offers to streamline its implementation.

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EZ-PD™ HPI tool and configuration tool

EZ-PD™ BCR Host Processor Interface (HPI) Utility is a Windows-platform GUI to communicate with EZ-PD™ BCR device through HPI, defined in BCR Host Processor Interface Specification.

This utility allows users to interact with the device, providing a means to configure and manage its settings, including power adapter power source capabilities, BCR power sink capabilities, and BCR's sink PDOs configuration.

You can also configure and manage other device settings, such as GPIO registers and events. Overall, the tool provides a user-friendly interface to customize and optimize the performance of your EZ-PD™ BCR device.

Why choose EZ-PD™ BCR?

EZ-PD™ BCR is an easy-to-implement, plug-and-play solution that helps customers add USB-C and USB Power Delivery (PD) to their systems. The highly integrated solution requires no programming or in-depth USB-C knowledge and offers all necessary on-chip analog components and protection circuitry to implement a robust, interoperable USB Type-C power input in any electronic device.

The world is replacing old barrel power connectors with USB-C in anticipation of the upcoming common-charger regulation, and the EZ-PD™ BCR family offers manufacturers a simple, market-proven solution to make the fastest transition to USB-C.

EZ-PD™ BCR USB-C PD subsystem

EZ-PD™ Barrel Connector Replacement (BCR) integrates a complete USB-C subsystem that provides the interface to the USB Type-C port and comes with a built-in transceiver, protocol stack, and USB PD policy manager, eliminating the need for firmware development.

The USB PD block incorporates the necessary termination resistor RD and its switch as specified in the USB PD standard. The RD resistor is essential for performing connection detection, plug orientation detection, and establishing the USB UFP role.

EZ-PD™ BCR incorporates high-power analog components like LDO, gate driver, and discharge FET, reducing both BOM cost and solution footprints. Additionally, it integrates circuitry protections such as overvoltage, undervoltage, overcurrent, VBUS short, and ESD, ensuring a robust and reliable USB-C system solution.

USB-C port controllers portfolio

Infineon's EZ-PD™ BCR controllers are integrated, pre-programmed USB Type-C charging port controllers designed for electronic devices with legacy barrel connectors or USB micro-B connectors, supporting up to 100 W of power. They enable easy integration of USB-C power consumer capability into a device, allowing it to be powered by various USB-C power sources such as chargers, adapters, power banks, and charging ports.

These controllers comply with the latest USB Type-C and USB PD standards, enabling designers to quickly transition their devices' power input from a barrel connector to a USB-C connector without invasive changes to their existing designs.

For enhanced configurability, support for programmable power supply (PPS), USB PD 3.1, OCP, and compatibility with legacy charging, customers can explore the features of EZ-PD™ BCR-PLUS within the product portfolio. However, if a simpler device is sufficient, customers can consider the streamlined EZ-PD™ BCR-Lite as an alternative, which also offers support for legacy charging.

USB-C: a triple-win for consumers, manufacturers, and our planet

Countries all over the world are making efforts to reduce electronic waste by pushing for the adoption of a universal power connector, with USB Type-C emerging as the leading solution.

By adopting USB-C, consumers, manufacturers, and the environment will all benefit from reduced adapter and charger clutter, minimizing global e-waste production. In this webinar, our expert will highlight the advantages of embracing USB-C as a universal power connector and then explore the solutions that Infineon offers to streamline its implementation.

Watch now on-demand

EZ-PD™ HPI tool and configuration tool

EZ-PD™ BCR Host Processor Interface (HPI) Utility is a Windows-platform GUI to communicate with EZ-PD™ BCR device through HPI, defined in BCR Host Processor Interface Specification.

This utility allows users to interact with the device, providing a means to configure and manage its settings, including power adapter power source capabilities, BCR power sink capabilities, and BCR's sink PDOs configuration.

You can also configure and manage other device settings, such as GPIO registers and events. Overall, the tool provides a user-friendly interface to customize and optimize the performance of your EZ-PD™ BCR device.

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