Low-side driver ICs
29 September 2010
Power Electronics / Power Management
ON Semicondoctor recently introduced a family of low-side protected MOSFETs that feature high levels of integrated protection.
Qualified in accordance with the AEC-Q101 standard, devices in the NCV840x family are suitable for use in switching applications operating in harsh automotive and industrial environments.
Designed for robust and reliable operation, the NCV8401, NCV8402, NCV8402D (dual die), NCV8403 and NCV8405 all have an extensive range of self-protection features. These include temperature and current limiting, electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection, and integrated drain-to-gate clamping for over-voltage protection.
NCV840x drivers can be used to switch a variety of resistive, inductive and capacitive loads and allow design engineers to replace electromechanical relays or discrete circuits with an alternative that is more compact and robust and that has a longer operational life. All of the devices have a logic level input. The NCV8401, NCV8402/D and NCV8403 have a drain-to-source (VDSS) voltage rating of 42 V and maximum drain currents (ID) of 33 A, 2 A and 15 A respectively. The NCV8405 is rated to 40 VDSS and has a maximum ID rating of 6 A. Gate-to-source voltage for all devices is ±14 V.
All members of the new family exhibit low on-resistance (RDS(ON)) values that enable energy efficient system designs. Respective RDS(ON) values (at 10 V) are 23 m for the NCV8401; 165 m for the NCV8402/D; 53 m for the NCV8403; and 90 m for the NCV8405. The devices all have a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to 150°C and high electrostatic resistance levels (4000 V at a junction temperature of 25°C). Turn-off temperature limit is set at 175°C when VGS is 5 V and 165°C when VGS is 10 V.
Further reading:
The role of bidirectional charging in the evolving energy landscape
Avnet Silica
Power Electronics / Power Management
As reliance on renewable sources like wind and solar continues to grow, the need for efficient energy flow and storage solutions has become more critical than ever.
Read more...
How to calculate a buck converter’s inductance
Power Electronics / Power Management
In the buck circuit, the inductor design is a key element that is closely related to system efficiency, the output voltage ripple, and loop stability.
Read more...
High-current EMI filters
Accutronics
Power Electronics / Power Management
TDK has introduced 20 and 40 A, 80 V DC board-mount EMI filters, reducing differential mode conducted emissions for switching power supplies with high input current requirements.
Read more...
Isolated SMD DC-DC converters
iCorp Technologies
Power Electronics / Power Management
MinMax has launched a series of isolated SMD DC-DC converters, the MSU01 series delivering 1 W, while the MSU02 series offers 2 W output.
Read more...
Next-gen power meter
Electrocomp Express
Power Electronics / Power Management
The VT-PWR-LV is a next-gen Vista Touch power meter from Trumeter for single, split, and three-phase systems.
Read more...
Advanced PMIC for high-performance AI applications
ASIC Design Services
Power Electronics / Power Management
Microchip Technology has announced the MCP16701, a Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) designed to meet the needs of high-performance MPU and FPGA designers.
Read more...
New SiC power MOSFET
Future Electronics
Power Electronics / Power Management
STMicroelectronics’ SCT012H90G3AG is a robust, automotive-grade SiC MOSFET, engineered for demanding power electronics, featuring a 900?V drain-source voltage and exceptionally low on-resistance of 12?mO at 60?A.
Read more...
Fundamental motor control design challenges and solutions
Power Electronics / Power Management
Mouser Electronics has announced a new eBook in collaboration with Qorvo, featuring industry experts providing key insights into methods, power efficiency and integration solutions available for motor control applications.
Read more...
Power management IC for battery products
Power Electronics / Power Management
The nPM1304 PMIC complements Nordic’s nPM1300 PMIC with a highly integrated, ultra-low power solution and precision fuel gauging for small size battery applications.
Read more...
Powering Innovation eBook: Changing what’s possible
Power Electronics / Power Management
This exclusive read, entitled ‘Changing what’s Possible,’ delves into how power dense Vicor modules enable many world-changing innovations across various sectors.
Read more...
printer friendly version