STMicroelectronics AN2836 Application Note for L6225/6/7 Dual Full-Bridge Drivers

The L6225, L6226, L6227 are dual full-bridge driver ICs specifically developed to drive a wide range of motors. These ICs are one-chip, cost-effective solutions that include several unique circuit design features. These features allow the devices to be used in many applications including DC and stepper motor driving.


STMicroelectronics AN2836 Application Note for L6225/6/7 Dual Full-Bridge Drivers - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Motor
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
57
File format
PDF
File size
2.6 MB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Models
L6225, L6226, L6227
MD5 checksum
6058DF4AD8162FD99A205EC0A7B8C2E5

About this manual

The document describes the L6225, L6226, and L6227 as highly integrated mixed-signal power ICs designed to drive two-phase bipolar stepper motors, multiple DC motors, and various inductive loads. These devices feature eight power DMOS transistors per chip along with unique circuit design features such as protection circuits and PWM current control.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Main differences between L6225, L6226, L6227
  • Designing an application
  • Current ratings
  • Voltage ratings and operating range
  • Charge pump external components
  • Overcurrent protection
  • Programmable off-time monostable (L6227 only)
  • Application example
  • Demonstration boards

Specifications

Trip point overcurrent protection (L6225)2.8 A
Trip point overcurrent protection (L6227)2.8 A

Frequently asked questions

What type of motors are these ICs designed to drive?

They are specifically developed to drive a wide range of motors including DC and stepper motors.

What is the fixed overcurrent protection trip point for the L6225 and L6227?

The overcurrent protection trip point is set at 2.8 A for both the L6225 and L6227.

What is the purpose of the L6227's PWM current control feature?

It uses a constant tOFF PWM current control technique for each of the two full bridges.

How does the L6226 differ from the other models regarding overcurrent protection?

It allows adjusting the trip point for each bridge using external resistors and connects internal MOSFETs to separate OCD pins.

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