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The DRV8848PWPR is a highly integrated dual H-bridge motor driver from Texas Instruments, designed for brushed DC motors, bipolar stepper motors, and other inductive loads in home appliances, industrial automation, and mechatronic applications . This device integrates four half-bridge drivers with N-channel and P-channel power MOSFETs, providing a simple PWM interface for easy connection to controller circuits . Housed in a thermally-enhanced 16-pin HTSSOP package with PowerPAD™, it delivers up to 2A continuous current per H-bridge or 4A in parallel mode with proper heat sinking, making it a versatile and space-efficient solution for a wide range of motor control applications .
Category:Integrated Circuits (ICs);Power Management (PMIC);Motor Drivers, Controllers
Manufacturer:Texas Instruments
Packaging:Tape & Reel (TR);Cut Tape (CT)
Part Status:Active
Function:Driver - Fully Integrated, Control and Power Stage
Output Configuration:Half Bridge (4)
Interface:PWM
Technology:Power MOSFET
Applications:DC Motors, General Purpose
Current - Output:4A
Voltage - Supply:4V ~ 18V
Voltage - Load:4V ~ 18V
Operating Temperature:-40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type:Surface Mount
Package / Case:16-PowerTSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
Supplier Device Package:16-HTSSOP
Base Product Number:DRV8848
Dual H-Bridge Configuration: Four half-bridge drivers can be configured to drive one bipolar stepper motor, two brushed DC motors, or other loads, offering versatile control options for multi-motor applications .
High Output Current Capability: Delivers up to 2A continuous current per H-bridge at 12V. In parallel mode, it can drive up to 4A for a single brushed DC motor, providing flexibility for higher-power applications with proper thermal management .
Integrated Current Regulation: Features an optional fixed off-time PWM current regulation scheme (20 µs typical) for precise winding current control without requiring external sense resistors .
Simple PWM Control Interface: Direct PWM interface allows easy interfacing with microcontrollers and simplifies software development for speed and position control .
Low-Power Sleep Mode: Dedicated nSLEEP pin reduces quiescent current to only 3 µA, significantly extending battery life in portable and power-sensitive applications .
Comprehensive Protection Features: Includes VM undervoltage lockout (UVLO), overcurrent protection (OCP), short-circuit protection, and thermal shutdown (TSD) for reliable operation under fault conditions. Fault status is reported via the nFAULT pin.
Thermally-Enhanced Package: HTSSOP package with PowerPAD™ ensures efficient heat dissipation for high-current operation in space-constrained designs .
Home Appliances: Controls motors in washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners, and other white goods requiring reliable bidirectional or speed-controlled operation .
Industrial Automation: Provides precise motor control for factory automation equipment, robotic systems, conveyor belts, and material handling applications .
Printers and Office Equipment: Drives stepper and DC motors in printers, scanners, copiers, and multifunction devices requiring accurate positioning and smooth operation .
Gaming Machines and Vending Equipment: Controls motors in slot machines, ticket printers, and vending mechanisms where reliability and compact size are essential .
Robotics and Drones: Enables compact motor control for small robots, drones, and mechatronic systems requiring bidirectional motor drivers with current regulation .
Consumer Electronics: Powers small DC motors in cameras, portable devices, and smart home products requiring efficient, space-saving motor drive solutions .
The Texas Instruments DRV8848PWPR is a highly integrated, feature-rich dual H-bridge motor driver that combines 2A per channel current capability, flexible PWM control, and integrated current regulation in a thermally-enhanced 16-pin HTSSOP package . Its comprehensive protection features, ultra-low sleep current, and versatile configuration options make it an ideal choice for home appliances, industrial automation, robotics, and consumer applications requiring reliable, efficient, and compact motor control solutions .
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