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A4915METTR-T

A4915METTR-T

Allegro MicroSystems
Motor Driver Power MOSFET Parallel 28-QFN (5x5)
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Overview

The A4915METTR-T is a three-phase brushless DC (BLDC) motor controller pre-driver designed for use with external N-channel power MOSFETs. It operates with a supply voltage of 3V to 5.5V and supports high-voltage motor loads from 5V up to 50V. The device simplifies motor control by integrating Hall sensor logic and an internal PWM duty cycle controller that can be driven by a simple analog voltage.

Why Choose This Part

This controller offers significant board space savings by integrating Hall commutation logic and a speed-control PWM generator into a compact 28-pin QFN package. It provides critical protection features including latched thermal shutdown, undervoltage lockout, and adjustable dead time to ensure power stage reliability. The ability to control speed via an analog voltage or an external PWM signal provides versatile interfacing for both simple and complex control systems.

Applications

Battery-Powered Hand Tools
Utilizes the 1 microamp sleep mode and wide voltage range to extend battery life in portable drills and drivers.
Industrial Fans and Pumps
Leverages center-aligned PWM and internal synchronous rectification to reduce acoustic noise and improve thermal efficiency.
Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV)
Provides robust commutation for traction and lift motors with adjustable dead time to prevent shoot-through in high-current MOSFET bridges.
Medical Small-Appliance Motors
Ideal for precision BLDC control in surgical tools or laboratory centrifuges requiring small 5x5mm footprints.

Key Specifications

Function Controller - Commutation, Direction Management
Interface Parallel
Technology Power MOSFET
Applications General Purpose
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 28-VFQFN Exposed Pad
Voltage - Load 5V ~ 50V
Voltage - Supply 3V ~ 5.5V
Motor Type - AC, DC Brushless DC (BLDC)
Output Configuration Pre-Driver - High Side/Low Side (3)
Operating Temperature -20degC ~ 150degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 28-QFN (5x5)

Getting Started

When designing with the A4915METTR-T, select external N-channel MOSFETs with gate charge characteristics compatible with the 10nF load rating for optimal switching performance. Engineers should provide a stable 3V to 5.5V VDD supply and route the Hall sensor inputs with adequate filtering to prevent noise-induced commutation errors. Evaluation can be performed using standard BLDC motor test benches by applying an analog voltage to the SPEED pin to verify the internal PWM duty cycle range.

Also Consider

DRV8301 TITexas Instruments - Includes two integrated operational amplifiers for current sensing and a 1.5A buck regulator for powering an external MCU.
MC33035 ONonsemi - A legacy high-performance monolithic BLDC controller that provides a robust analog solution for open-loop or closed-loop motor control.