Figure 3. Typical Application Circuit Using Mini 5-Style Connector or Other DC/USB Common Connector
In some instances, there may not be enough adapter
current or USB current to supply peak system loads.
The MAX8677C Smart Power Selector circuitry offers
flexible power distribution from an AC adapter or USB
source to the battery and system load. The battery is
charged with any available power not used by the sys-
tem load. If a system load peak exceeds the input
current limit, supplemental current is taken from the bat-
tery. Thermal limiting prevents overheating by reducing
power drawn from the input source. In the past, it might
have been necessary to reduce system functionality to
limit current drain when a USB source is connected.
However, in the MAX8677C, this is no longer the case.
When the DC or USB source hits its limit, the battery
supplies supplemental current to maintain the load.