The TD62708N is a high-voltage, high-current sink driver array manufactured by Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage. This driver is designed to interface between logic-level control signals and higher power loads requiring a sinking configuration. It offers multiple independent channels for versatile control applications.

Applications

• Driving relays (sinking configuration)
• Driving solenoids (sinking configuration)
• Driving stepper motors (sinking configuration)
• Driving LED displays (common anode configuration)
• Driving lamps (sinking configuration)

Features

• High output voltage: 50V (minimum)
• High output current: 300mA (maximum) per channel
• 8 Independent channels
• TTL and 5V CMOS logic compatible inputs
• Integrated clamp diodes for inductive load protection
• Package: DIP-18

Benefits

• Simplifies interfacing between low-power logic and high-power loads requiring a sinking configuration.
• Protects the driver from voltage spikes when switching inductive loads, ensuring reliability.
• Reduces component count and simplifies circuit design.
• Provides versatile control with eight independent channels.
• Offers compatibility with various logic levels.

Additional Details

The TD62708N features integrated clamp diodes to handle inductive kickback, which is crucial for driving devices like relays and solenoids. The inputs are designed to be compatible with both TTL and 5V CMOS logic. Ensure proper thermal management to stay within the maximum power dissipation limits, especially when driving all channels at maximum current. Consult the datasheet for detailed electrical characteristics, timing parameters, and thermal considerations. Operating temperature range typically spans from -40°C to +85°C. Note that this is a sink driver, meaning it connects the load to ground when active, unlike source drivers which connect the load to the positive supply.