LM5101BMAX/NOPB

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Power Management
• Characteristics: High Voltage Gate Driver
• Package: 8-SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: Efficient and reliable gate driver for high voltage applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape & Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: -0.3V to 14V
• Output Voltage Range: -0.3V to 14V
• Supply Voltage Range: 4.5V to 14V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 125°C
• Switching Frequency: Up to 2MHz
• Output Current: ±2A peak source/sink
• Propagation Delay: 30ns (typical)

Pin Configuration

The LM5101BMAX/NOPB has the following pin configuration:

1. VDD: Supply voltage input
2. GND: Ground reference
3. HO: High-side gate drive output
4. LO: Low-side gate drive output
5. VCC: Logic supply voltage input
6. SD: Shutdown input
7. RT: Oscillator timing resistor
8. CT: Oscillator timing capacitor

Functional Features

• High voltage level shifting
• Adaptive shoot-through protection
• Integrated bootstrap diode
• Adjustable dead-time control
• Under-voltage lockout protection
• Thermal shutdown protection
• Fast propagation delay for high-frequency switching

Advantages

• Wide input and output voltage range
• High output current capability
• Efficient and reliable operation
• Integrated protection features
• Compact and easy-to-use package

Disadvantages

• Limited maximum switching frequency
• Requires external timing components
• Not suitable for low voltage applications

Working Principles

The LM5101BMAX/NOPB is a high voltage gate driver IC designed to efficiently drive power MOSFETs and IGBTs in various high voltage applications. It utilizes a bootstrap technique to provide the necessary gate drive voltage for the high-side power switch. The adaptive shoot-through protection prevents both the high-side and low-side MOSFETs from conducting simultaneously, ensuring safe operation.

Application Field Plans

The LM5101BMAX/NOPB is commonly used in the following application fields:

1. Switching Power Supplies
2. Motor Drives
3. Solar Inverters
4. LED Lighting
5. Electric Vehicle Charging Systems

Alternative Models

• LM5102BMAX/NOPB
• LM5110BMAX/NOPB
• LM5109BMAX/NOPB
• LM5104BMAX/NOPB

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be considered as substitutes for the LM5101BMAX/NOPB.

In conclusion, the LM5101BMAX/NOPB is a highly efficient and reliable high voltage gate driver IC. With its wide input and output voltage range, it finds applications in various fields such as power supplies, motor drives, solar inverters, LED lighting, and electric vehicle charging systems. While it has some limitations, it offers several advantages including high output current capability and integrated protection features.