Toshiba Gate Driver IC for Automotive Brushed DC Motors: Sample Shipments for Downsizing Equipment
Toshiba has recently announced the availability of engineering samples of the TB9103FTG gate driver IC designed for automotive brushed DC motors. This new product is set to revolutionize the automotive industry by contributing to the downsizing of equipment in vehicles.
The automotive industry has been rapidly transitioning towards electrification, leading to an increased demand for electric motors in vehicles. As a result, there is a growing need for efficient gate driver ICs that can drive these motors while also supporting the downsizing and integration of overall systems.
The TB9103FTG gate driver IC is specifically tailored for automotive brushed DC motors used in applications such as latch motors, lock motors, power backdoors, power slide doors, power windows, and power seats. These motors play a crucial role in the operation of various components within a vehicle, and the TB9103FTG aims to streamline their functionality and performance.
One of the key features of the TB9103FTG is its built-in charge pump circuit, which ensures the voltage needed to power external MOSFETs for driving motors. Additionally, the IC includes a gate monitoring function that prevents through-current by controlling the output timing of the gate signal to the external MOSFETs.
The versatility of the TB9103FTG allows it to be used as a one-channel H-bridge or two-channel half-bridges. This flexibility opens up a wide range of applications, including the replacement of mechanical relays and switches with external MOSFETs for quieter operation and increased equipment reliability.
The compact design of the TB9103FTG, housed in a 4.0mm×4.0mm P-VQFN24-0404-0.50-003 package, makes it ideal for applications where space is limited. The IC is designed to support the downsizing of equipment in vehicles without compromising on performance or functionality.
In terms of specifications, the TB9103FTG offers a range of features including a sleep function, built-in charge pump, H-bridge operation, half-bridge operation, and dead time control. It also includes various fault detections such as power supply low voltage detection, charge pump high voltage detection, overheat detection, and VGS and VDS detections of external MOSFETs.
As the automotive industry continues to evolve towards electrification and automation, the demand for efficient and compact components like the TB9103FTG gate driver IC is expected to grow. Toshiba’s commitment to innovation and quality is evident in the development of this product, which promises to revolutionize the way automotive brushed DC motors are integrated into vehicles.
Overall, the TB9103FTG gate driver IC represents a significant advancement in automotive technology, offering a compact, efficient, and reliable solution for driving brushed DC motors in vehicles. With sample shipments now available, automotive manufacturers can experience the benefits of downsizing equipment and improving system integration with this innovative new product from Toshiba.
