STMicroelectronics L6391 High-Voltage Half-Bridge Gate Driver Datasheet

The L6391 is a high-voltage high and low side driver from ST. It supports up to 600V input voltage and has overcurrent, overtemperature protection functions. It is suitable for home appliances, industrial drives, fans, etc.


STMicroelectronics L6391 High-Voltage Half-Bridge Gate Driver Datasheet - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
21
File format
PDF
File size
554 KB
Published
08 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

The L6391 is a single-chip half-bridge gate driver designed for N-channel power MOSFET or IGBT applications. It features a high-voltage rail capability up to 600 V and includes an integrated bootstrap diode to simplify circuit design. The device offers high driver current capability, with 290 mA source and 4830 mA sink, ensuring fast switching times of 75/35 nsec with a 1 nF load.

What's inside

  • Block diagram
  • Pin connection
  • Truth table
  • Absolute maximum ratings
  • Electrical characteristics
  • Smart shut down function
  • Typical application diagram
  • Bootstrap driver

Specifications

Bootstrap voltageup to 620 V
Driver current source290 mA
Driver current sink4830 mA
Rise time75 ns typical

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum voltage rail for the L6391?

The high side section is designed to stand a voltage rail up to 600 V.

Is the L6391 compatible with 3.3 V logic?

Yes, the logic inputs are CMOS/TTL compatible down to 3.3 V.

Does the L6391 include fault protection?

Yes, it includes an integrated comparator for protections against overcurrent and overtemperature.

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