STMicroelectronics

E-TEA3718SP  

Motor Drivers, Controllers

E-TEA3718SP Description

The E-TEA3718SP is a highly versatile and robust bipolar stepper motor driver designed by STMicroelectronics. This IC is engineered for general-purpose applications, offering a comprehensive solution for driving bipolar stepper motors. It features a half-bridge output configuration with a maximum current output of 1.5A, ensuring efficient and reliable motor control. The E-TEA3718SP operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75V to 5.25V and can handle load voltages from 10V to 45V, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

This driver IC supports step resolutions of 1 and 1/2, providing precise control over motor movements. Its operating temperature range extends from 0°C to 150°C (TJ), ensuring stability and reliability in various environmental conditions. The E-TEA3718SP is packaged in a tube and features a through-hole mounting type, making it easy to integrate into different circuit designs.

E-TEA3718SP Features

• Bipolar Technology: Utilizes bipolar technology for efficient and precise motor control.
• Half Bridge Output Configuration: Features a half bridge (2) output configuration, providing flexibility in motor drive design.
• High Current Output: Delivers a maximum current output of 1.5A, ensuring robust performance.
• Wide Voltage Range: Operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75V to 5.25V and supports load voltages from 10V to 45V.
• Step Resolutions: Supports step resolutions of 1 and 1/2, enabling precise control over motor movements.
• Extended Temperature Range: Functions reliably within an operating temperature range of 0°C to 150°C (TJ).
• Compliance and Sensitivity: Complies with REACH andHS RO3 standards, and has a moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of 1 (unlimited).
• Mounting and Packaging: Features through-hole mounting and comes in a tube package, facilitating easy integration into various designs.

E-TEA3718SP Applications

The E-TEA3718SP is ideal for a variety of applications requiring precise control of bipolar stepper motors. Its general-purpose design makes it suitable for use in:

• Industrial Automation: For precise control of machinery and robotic systems.
• Medical Equipment: In devices requiring accurate and reliable motor control, such as laboratory instruments and diagnostic equipment.
• Office Automation: In printers, scanners, and other devices that require precise motor movements.
• Consumer Electronics: For applications such as cameras, where precise lens control is necessary.

Conclusion of E-TEA3718SP

The E-TEA3718SP from STMicroelectronics is a powerful and versatile bipolar stepper motor driver IC, offering a range of features that make it suitable for a wide array of applications. Its robust performance, wide voltage range, and precise step resolutions ensure reliable and efficient motor control. While the product is now obsolete, it remains a valuable component for existing systems and legacy designs. The E-TEA3718SP's compliance with industry standards and its extended temperature range further enhance its reliability and suitability for various industrial and consumer applications.

E-TEA3718SP Documents

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