Automotive gate driver IC for brushless DC motors sampling now

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH now offers engineering samples of its TB9084FTG, a MOSFET gate driver IC for three-phase BLDC motors with a power rating of several hundred watts. The new device supports the trend of automotive OEMs replacing brushed DC motors with quieter, longer-lasting BLDC motors to drive body system applications such as powered sliding passenger doors, power tailgates, and adjustable seats. The device can also drive BLDC motors to enhance the power performance of electric pumps and fans.

The main functions of the gate driver IC that were optimised include the six-channel gate-driver structure, the extra gate-driver output to control the external MOSFET for reverse polarity protection, and the operational amplifier for one-channel motor current sensing, SPI communication, and the motor emergency stop function. Protection circuitry comprises power supply under-voltage detection, charge pump overvoltage detection, thermal shutdown, and MOSFET drain-source voltage (VDS) monitoring.

The device is housed in a compact P-VQFN36-0606-0.50 package, measuring only 6mm×6mm, contributing to the miniaturisation of equipment. The operating temperature range is from -40C to +150C, and the IC conforms to the AEC-Q100 (Grade 0) qualification. Also, this package features a wettable flank structure, which facilitates AOI to ensure the solder joint reliability.

The company will further expand its lineup of gate driver ICs by optimising product functions based on market research. The company will continue to introduce new products to the market and contribute to the electrification and safety improvement of automotive equipment.