ULN2003ADR

The ULN2003ADR is a high-voltage, high-current Darlington transistor array IC designed for a wide range of applications including driving relays, lamps, and stepper motors. It features seven Darlington pairs with common cathode clamp diodes for inductive load transient suppression, making it a versatile solution for interfacing between low-level logic circuitry and high-power loads.

Pinout

(Note: The pin configuration below is a general representation. Refer to the specific datasheet for precise details.)

• COM: Common Cathode
• 1B: Input for Channel 1
• 1C: Output for Channel 1
• 2B: Input for Channel 2
• 2C: Output for Channel 2
• 3B: Input for Channel 3
• 3C: Output for Channel 3
• 4B: Input for Channel 4
• 4C: Output for Channel 4
• 5B: Input for Channel 5
• 5C: Output for Channel 5
• 6B: Input for Channel 6
• 6C: Output for Channel 6
• 7B: Input for Channel 7
• 7C: Output for Channel 7
• GND: Ground

Circuit Diagram

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Key Features

• High-Voltage, High-Current Outputs: The ULN2003ADR can handle up to 50V and 500mA per channel, making it suitable for driving a variety of high-power loads.
• Darlington Transistor Array: Features seven Darlington pairs for high current amplification and switching capabilities.
• Inductive Load Protection: Integrated diodes provide inductive load transient suppression, ensuring reliable operation with inductive loads.
• TTL/CMOS Compatible Inputs: The inputs are compatible with TTL or CMOS logic levels, allowing easy interfacing with microcontrollers and other digital circuitry.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates reliably across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for various environmental conditions.

Note: For detailed technical specifications, please refer to the ULN2003ADR datasheet.

Application

• Relay Driver: Ideal for driving relays in automation and control applications.
• Lamp Driver: Suitable for driving lamps and LED arrays in lighting systems.
• Stepper Motor Driver: Can be used as a driver for bipolar stepper motors in motion control systems.

Functionality

The ULN2003ADR is a Darlington transistor array that provides high-current amplification and inductive load protection for driving various loads in electronic systems. It serves as an efficient interface between low-power logic circuits and high-power loads.

Usage Guide

• Power Supply: Connect VCC (Pin 9) to the positive power supply and GND (Pin 10) to ground.
• Input Connections: Apply logic signals to the input pins (1B, 2B, 3B, 4B, 5B, 6B, 7B) to control the respective output channels.
• Load Connections: Connect the load to the output pins (1C, 2C, 3C, 4C, 5C, 6C, 7C) through appropriate current-limiting resistors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum voltage rating of the ULN2003ADR?
A: The ULN2003ADR can handle a maximum voltage of 50V per channel.

Q: Can the ULN2003ADR be used to drive DC motors?
A: Yes, the ULN2003ADR is suitable for driving DC motors within its current and voltage ratings.