AN8377N is a linear driver IC with 3 BTL drivers, which is widely used in linear driving of the DC motors and actuators of CD players, CD radio cassette tape recorder, and so on
The Panasonic AN8377N is a 3-channel linear driver IC designed for driving DC motors in CD players, CD-ROM players, and tape recorders. It incorporates three 6.35mm BTL drivers for actuators such as focus, tracking, and traverse mechanisms, as well as spindle and loading motors. The device also includes a built-in +5V low drop power supply and a reset circuit.
| Operating supply voltage range | 5.5V to 18V |
|---|---|
| Maximum drive current | 500mA |
| Operating Ambient Temperature | -25 to +80 °C |
| Supply Voltage | 20 V |
| Power Dissipation | 1500 mW |
| Package | 16-Lead DIP Package with Fin |
It is used for the linear driving of DC motors and actuators in CD players, CD radio cassette tape recorders, and similar devices.
The typical operating temperature is 15°C.