DRV8256 (2)
DRV8256 is available from Texas Instruments at Xecor. Designed for driving brushed DC motors in a wide variety of industrial applications, the DRV8256 offers integrated current sensing, smart tune technology, and multiple control interface options. Available in HTSSOP-28 and VQFN-24 package options, it is ideal for applications such as robotics, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. Whether used in motor control systems, conveyor belts, or automated machinery, this series ensures high performance, efficiency, and reliability for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Texas Instruments. Please view our extensive selection of the DRV8256 series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRV8256PRGER | Motor Driver for Driving H-Bridge Motors | VQFN-24 | 3,187 | |
| DRV8256ERGER | H-Bridge Motor Driver | VQFN (RGE)-24 | 2,174 |
Key Featrues
Integrated Current Sensing and Regulation: The DRV8256E/P devices feature integrated current sensing, which eliminates the need for external shunt resistors. This not only reduces system cost and board space but also enhances performance by enabling precise current regulation during motor start-up and high-load events, improving efficiency and reliability.
Wide Operating Voltage Range (4.5 V to 48 V): With a broad operating voltage range, these motor drivers are versatile and suitable for a wide variety of industrial applications. This flexibility allows the device to support different motor types and power requirements, making it ideal for diverse use cases.
Smart Tune and Fast/Mixed Decay Options: The inclusion of Smart Tune technology and configurable decay modes (fast and mixed) optimizes motor performance by reducing audible noise and improving torque control. This feature enhances efficiency and provides smoother motor operation in various load conditions.
Low RDS(ON) (165 mΩ): The low on-resistance of the H-bridge MOSFETs minimizes power losses and heat generation, improving overall system efficiency. This is particularly beneficial in high-current applications, ensuring reliable operation and extended device lifespan.
Comprehensive Protection Features: The device includes multiple protection mechanisms such as undervoltage lockout (UVLO), overcurrent protection (OCP), and thermal shutdown (TSD). These features safeguard the motor and driver from damage due to fault conditions, enhancing system reliability and safety in demanding environments.
Wide Operating Voltage Range (4.5 V to 48 V): With a broad operating voltage range, these motor drivers are versatile and suitable for a wide variety of industrial applications. This flexibility allows the device to support different motor types and power requirements, making it ideal for diverse use cases.
Smart Tune and Fast/Mixed Decay Options: The inclusion of Smart Tune technology and configurable decay modes (fast and mixed) optimizes motor performance by reducing audible noise and improving torque control. This feature enhances efficiency and provides smoother motor operation in various load conditions.
Low RDS(ON) (165 mΩ): The low on-resistance of the H-bridge MOSFETs minimizes power losses and heat generation, improving overall system efficiency. This is particularly beneficial in high-current applications, ensuring reliable operation and extended device lifespan.
Comprehensive Protection Features: The device includes multiple protection mechanisms such as undervoltage lockout (UVLO), overcurrent protection (OCP), and thermal shutdown (TSD). These features safeguard the motor and driver from damage due to fault conditions, enhancing system reliability and safety in demanding environments.
Applications
Industrial Robotic Arm Control: The DRV8256E/P is ideal for controlling brushed DC motors in industrial robotic arms. Its integrated current sensing and regulation ensure precise motor control, while the smart tune technology optimizes performance during high-load operations. The device's protection features, such as overcurrent and thermal shutdown, make it reliable for demanding industrial environments.
Automotive Window Lift Systems: The DRV8256E/P is well-suited for automotive window lift systems, where it can drive bidirectional brushed DC motors with high efficiency. Its ability to limit inrush current during motor startup ensures smooth operation, while the low-power sleep mode minimizes energy consumption when the system is idle, making it ideal for battery-powered automotive applications.
Conveyor Belt Drives: In conveyor belt systems, the DRV8256E/P can be used to control the speed and direction of brushed DC motors. The device's configurable off-time PWM chopping allows for fine-tuned motor control, while its integrated current sensing ensures safe operation under varying load conditions. The robust protection features, such as UVLO and OCP, enhance system reliability in industrial settings.
Home Automation Blinds and Shades: The DRV8256E/P is perfect for motorized blinds and shades in home automation systems. Its ability to drive bidirectional brushed DC motors with low RDS(ON) ensures quiet and efficient operation. The device's support for 1.8 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V logic inputs makes it compatible with a wide range of control systems, while the low-current sleep mode reduces power consumption when the blinds are not in use.
Automotive Window Lift Systems: The DRV8256E/P is well-suited for automotive window lift systems, where it can drive bidirectional brushed DC motors with high efficiency. Its ability to limit inrush current during motor startup ensures smooth operation, while the low-power sleep mode minimizes energy consumption when the system is idle, making it ideal for battery-powered automotive applications.
Conveyor Belt Drives: In conveyor belt systems, the DRV8256E/P can be used to control the speed and direction of brushed DC motors. The device's configurable off-time PWM chopping allows for fine-tuned motor control, while its integrated current sensing ensures safe operation under varying load conditions. The robust protection features, such as UVLO and OCP, enhance system reliability in industrial settings.
Home Automation Blinds and Shades: The DRV8256E/P is perfect for motorized blinds and shades in home automation systems. Its ability to drive bidirectional brushed DC motors with low RDS(ON) ensures quiet and efficient operation. The device's support for 1.8 V, 3.3 V, and 5.0 V logic inputs makes it compatible with a wide range of control systems, while the low-current sleep mode reduces power consumption when the blinds are not in use.
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