STMicroelectronics L9848 Octal Configurable Low/High Side Driver Datasheet

The L9848 IC is a highly flexible monolithic medium current output driver that incorporates 2 dedicated low side outputs and 6 outputs that can be used as either internal low or high side drives in any combination. It has a maximum ON-resistance of 1.5 ohms at 25°C, a current limit of each output at minimum 0.8 A, a supply voltage range of 4.75 V to 5.25 V, a minimum output voltage clamping of 35 V in low side mode, a maximum output voltage clamping of -30 V in high side mode, an SPI interface for data communication, additional PWM inputs for 2 outputs, thermal shutdown for all outputs, open load detection in off mode, reverse battery protection for outputs, and ground disconnection for high side configured outputs.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
27
File format
PDF
File size
343 KB
Published
08 August, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
5ACC25886AC90F540DC32DBD6607E993

About this manual

The L9848 is a highly flexible monolithic medium current output driver featuring up to six configurable high-side drivers and two dedicated low-side outputs. It integrates clamping circuits, waveshaping, protection against voltage transients, and thermal shutdown for all outputs, making it suitable for automotive and industrial applications.

What's inside

  • Block diagram and pin description
  • Electrical specifications
  • Functional description
  • SPI interface
  • Configuration for Output1-6
  • Fault operation
  • Thermal shutdown
  • Application examples

Specifications

Supply voltage4.75 V to 5.25 V
Output current (channel)350 mA
Junction temperature range-40 to 150 °C
Output voltage clamping (low side)min. 35 V

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum supply voltage for the L9848?

The device can operate with a supply voltage between 4.75 V and 5.25 V.

What is the maximum output current for each channel?

The current limit of each output is a minimum of 0.8 A.

What are the maximum transient voltage ratings for the outputs?

The outputs can withstand transient voltages ranging from -20 V to 40 V.

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