The TC428COA713 is a high-performance, dual non-inverting MOSFET driver designed and manufactured by Microchip Technology, a leading provider of smart, connected, and secure embedded control solutions. This driver is specifically crafted to convert low voltage control signals into higher voltage and higher current outputs, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications including motor controls, power supplies, and other high-speed switching applications.
Key Features:
- High-Speed Operation: The TC428COA713 can deliver high-speed performance with rise and fall times of typically 25ns when driving a 1000pF load, which is essential for fast switching applications to minimize power loss and improve efficiency.
- High Peak Output Current: It can provide peak output currents of up to 1.5A, ensuring that it can drive large capacitive loads with ease.
- Dual Outputs: Equipped with dual non-inverting outputs, this device can drive two MOSFETs simultaneously, which is useful for applications requiring synchronous control of multiple devices.
- Wide Operating Range: The TC428COA713 operates over a wide power supply range of 4.5V to 18V, accommodating various system voltages and ensuring flexibility across different applications.
- Low Supply Current: With a low supply current of 3mA (typical), it is an energy-efficient solution for systems where power conservation is critical.
- Latch-Up Protected: It includes latch-up protection up to 1.5A, which adds reliability and robustness by protecting the device against over-current conditions.
Applications:
The versatility of the TC428COA713 makes it suitable for a diverse range of applications. It is commonly used in:
- Motor control circuits
- Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)
- Power MOSFET gate drivers
- Line drivers
- Pulse transformers
With its high-speed performance, robust output current capability, and dual-channel operation, the TC428COA713 from Microchip Technology stands out as a powerful component for driving MOSFETs in advanced electronic systems.