STMicroelectronics

STHV1600L

The STHV1600L is a high-voltage, high-power, and high-efficiency half-bridge driver from STMicroelectronics. It is designed to drive external N-channel MOSFETs in a half-bridge configuration for applications that require high voltage and high current, such as motor control and power conversion.

Description:

The STHV1600L is a monolithic integrated circuit that provides all the necessary functions to drive external N-channel MOSFETs in a half-bridge configuration. It includes a high-voltage half-bridge driver with a wide input voltage range, undervoltage lockout, short-circuit protection, and thermal shutdown. The device also features a power-saving feature that reduces power consumption during standby mode.

Features:

• High-voltage half-bridge driver with a wide input voltage range (up to 60V)
• Drives external N-channel MOSFETs in a half-bridge configuration
• Undervoltage lockout and short-circuit protection
• Thermal shutdown for over-temperature protection
• Power-saving feature during standby mode
• Small package size (SOIC-8)

Applications:

The STHV1600L is suitable for a wide range of applications that require high voltage and high current, such as:

• Motor control (brushless DC motors, stepper motors)
• Power conversion (AC/DC converters, DC/DC converters)
• Battery management systems
• Welding control
• Industrial control systems
• Robotics

In summary, the STHV1600L is a high-voltage, high-power, and high-efficiency half-bridge driver that provides all the necessary functions to drive external N-channel MOSFETs in a half-bridge configuration. Its features, such as undervoltage lockout, short-circuit protection, and thermal shutdown, make it suitable for a wide range of applications that require high voltage and high current.