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DRV8301DCAR

TIDRV8301DCAR

Texas Instruments
A TI three-phase gate driver and power-stage companion often used in custom motor-control designs.
NRND7,109 in stock

Overview

The DRV8301DCAR is a high-performance three-phase gate driver designed for brushless DC (BLDC) and permanent magnet synchronous motors. It operates from 6V to 60V and integrates two high-performance current shunt amplifiers along with a 1.5A buck regulator to simplify system power architecture.

Why Choose This Part

This driver provides significant space savings by integrating current sensing and a buck converter into a single 56-pin HTSSOP package. It features a versatile SPI interface for granular control over dead time, protection thresholds, and diagnostic reporting.

Applications

Industrial BLDC Motor Drives
High-current motor control for industrial automation and pump systems requiring precise commutation.
Robotic Actuators
Integrated gate drive for robotic arm joints and mobile robot traction motors using 12V to 48V battery rails.
Electric Power Steering
Used in automotive-grade variants for steering assist and high-torque motor applications.
E-Bikes and Personal Mobility
Compact power stage control for small electric vehicles and propulsion systems.

Key Specifications

Function Controller - Commutation, Direction Management
Interface SPI
Technology Power MOSFET
Applications General Purpose
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 56-PowerTFSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)
Voltage - Supply 6V ~ 60V
Motor Type - AC, DC Brushless DC (BLDC)
Output Configuration Pre-Driver - Half Bridge (3)
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 56-HTSSOP

Getting Started

Evaluation can be performed using the DRV8301-HC-C2-KIT which pairs the driver with a C2000 microcontroller. Engineers should use the SPI interface to configure the programmable dead time and overcurrent protection settings according to their external MOSFET selection.

DRV8301 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
DRV8301-69M-KIT 69M-KIT