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DRV8462DDVR

TIDRV8462DDVR

Texas Instruments
Bipolar Motor Driver Power MOSFET PWM, SPI 44-HTSSOP
Active3,795 in stock

Overview

The DRV8462DDVR is a high-performance bipolar stepper motor driver featuring integrated power MOSFETs capable of delivering up to 10A output current. It operates across a wide load voltage range of 4.5V to 65V and supports advanced motion control through both SPI and STEP/DIR interfaces. This driver is designed for efficiency and precision, offering microstepping up to 1/256 and sophisticated features like Auto-torque and sensorless stall detection.

Why Choose This Part

The integrated current sensing and Auto-torque features reduce system complexity and power consumption by adjusting current based on load. Its 10A current capability and 65V maximum load voltage allow for driving larger motors than typical integrated drivers. Additionally, spread spectrum clocking and silent step decay modes minimize EMI and acoustic noise in sensitive environments.

Applications

Industrial Automation
High-power stepper motor control for factory automation equipment requiring precise positioning and high torque.
Robotics
Drive systems for robotic arms and mobile platforms that benefit from sensorless stall detection and silent operation.
Medical Equipment
Precision fluid pumps and scanning hardware where silent step decay modes and smooth microstepping are critical.
Textile and Printing Machinery
High-voltage high-current motor driving for industrial printers and weaving machines.

Key Specifications

Function Driver - Fully Integrated, Control and Power Stage
Interface PWM, SPI
Technology Power MOSFET
Applications General Purpose
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 44-PowerTSSOP (0.244", 6.20mm Width)
Voltage - Load 4.5V ~ 65V
Step Resolution 1 ~ 1/256
Current - Output 10A
Voltage - Supply 3.05V ~ 5.5V
Motor Type - Stepper Bipolar
Output Configuration Half Bridge (4)
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 44-HTSSOP

Getting Started

Evaluate the driver using the DRV8462EVM evaluation module, which allows for rapid testing via the TI GUI software. Configure the SPI registers to tune the microstepping indexer table and select between smart tune or mixed decay modes. Ensure adequate thermal sinking for the 44-HTSSOP package when operating near the 10A peak current limit.

DRV8462 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
DRV8462DDWR WR 5,833

Also Consider

TMC5160A-TA Analog Devices / Trinamic - Offers similar high-voltage capability and advanced StallGuard features for sensorless applications.
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