The SL4056 with SOP-8-EP is a Battery Management IC manufactured by SLKORMICRO. It is RoHS compliant and provides a host of features to help monitor and maintain battery health for various types of applications. It provides real-time monitoring and diagnostics of a battery system, with self-adjusting threshold detection, automatic cell balancing, as well as charge and discharge over-current, over-voltage and temperature protections. It is suitable for lithium-ion (Li-Ion) and lithium-ion polymer (Li-Poly) batteries, and ensures reliable operation in a wide range of operating conditions. This part also features a direct communication interface for monitoring and control of different functions. The SL4056 is suitable for a wide range of applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, medical and medical equipment, power tools, and portable instruments.