TIDRV8833PWPR

Overview

The DRV8833PWPR is a dual H-bridge motor driver IC intended for driving small brushed DC motors (or one bipolar stepper) from a single low-voltage battery supply. It accepts logic inputs for PWM and direction control and operates from 2.7 V to 10.8 V with up to 1.5 A per channel. The device is supplied in a compact surface-mount package suitable for space-constrained designs.

Why Choose This Part

Offers two H-bridges in a single compact IC, so you can control two motors or a small stepper without discrete MOSFETs. The wide supply range (2.7-10.8 V) makes it convenient for common battery systems, and the simple PWM/direction input interface integrates easily with microcontrollers. Its small footprint and minimal external components simplify board layout for space- and weight-constrained designs.

Applications

Getting Started

For quick evaluation, use a breakout or carrier board (commercial carriers are available from hobby suppliers) to avoid SMD soldering. Drive the inputs with your microcontroller PWM pins, power the motor supply within the 2.7-10.8 V range, and add appropriate decoupling on the motor supply; consult the TI datasheet for recommended layout and thermal guidance. Check the breakout vendor documentation for wiring examples and safety precautions such as current limits and thermal considerations.

DRV8833 Family

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Also Consider

TB6612FNG Toshiba - A widely used dual H-bridge available on many hobby breakouts and well suited for low-voltage robotics.

L293D STMicroelectronics - An older, widely available dual H-bridge often used in DIP breakout form for easy prototyping.

DRV8835 TITexas Instruments - A TI dual H-bridge alternative in the same family with different packaging and current/feature tradeoffs.

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