ATA6870-DK10 [APPLICATION NOTE]
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1.
Introduction
The Atmel
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ATA6870-DK10 is a demonstration board for the Atmel ATA6870, which offers an easy way to start evaluation of
battery applications using the Atmel ATmega32HVB in combination with the Atmel ATA6870. The included software
demonstrates implementation of a 12 Cell Battery Management System. The supplied code serves as an example of how to
use the Atmel ATMega32HVB and Atmel ATA6870 together. The example is not a complete application intended for use
with smart batteries, and it is best to use the devices in a slightly different way in a smart battery application.
2.
Safety Precautions When Using Li-ion Batteries
Please observe the safety guidelines supplied with the batteries. If improperly used or defective, li-ion and polymer batteries
and packs may explode and cause a fire.
3.
Demonstration Board
The Atmel ATA6870-DK10 was developed to allow easy evaluation of control software for a microcontroller which controls
multiple Atmel ATA6870s. The sample code supplied demonstrates a simple permanent running measurement of voltages
and temperatures.
Figure 3-1.
Board Concept
ATA6870
Cell 12
Cell 11
ATA6870
Monitoring (V,T)
Coulomb counting
ATmega32HVB
Charge/
Discharge
Control Unit
Cell 02
Cell 01
