8.4 Device Functional Modes
The BQ40Z50 supports three power modes to reduce power consumption:
- In NORMAL mode, the BQ40Z50 performs measurements, calculations, protection decisions, and data updates in 250-ms intervals. Between these intervals, the BQ40Z50 is in a reduced power stage.
- In SLEEP mode, the BQ40Z50 performs measurements, calculations, protection decisions, and data updates in adjustable time intervals. Between these intervals, the BQ40Z50 is in a reduced power stage. The BQ40Z50 has a wake function that enables exit from SLEEP mode when current flow or failure is detected.
- In SHUTDOWN mode, the BQ40Z50 is completely disabled.