Overview
The L6386E, specifically the L6386ED013TR, is a high voltage gate driver manufactured by STMicroelectronics using BCD™ 'offline' technology. This device is capable of driving simultaneously one high-side and one low-side power MOSFET or IGBT. It is designed to operate with a high voltage rail up to 600 V and features integrated bootstrap diode and undervoltage lockout (UVLO) protection on both supply voltages. The L6386E ensures high reliability and compactness, making it suitable for various industrial and consumer applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| High voltage rail | Up to 600 | V |
| dV/dt immunity | ± 50 | V/nsec |
| Driver current capability (source) | 400 | mA |
| Driver current capability (sink) | 650 | mA |
| Switching times (rise/fall) | 50/30 nsec | nsec |
| Logic input voltage | -0.3 to VCC + 0.3 | V |
| Junction temperature | -45 to 125 | °C |
| Storage temperature | -50 to 150 | °C |
| Thermal resistance junction to ambient (SO-14) | 165 | °C/W |
| Thermal resistance junction to ambient (DIP-14) | 100 | °C/W |
Key Features
- High voltage rail up to 600 V
- dV/dt immunity ± 50 V/nsec in full temperature range
- Driver current capability: 400 mA source, 650 mA sink
- Switching times: 50/30 nsec rise/fall with 1 nF load
- CMOS/TTL Schmitt trigger inputs with hysteresis and pull-down
- Undervoltage lockout on lower and upper driving sections
- Integrated bootstrap diode
- Outputs in phase with inputs
- Diagnostic output for fault signaling
Applications
- Home appliances
- Induction heating
- Industrial applications and drives
- Motor drivers (SR motors, DC, AC, PMDC, and PMAC motors)
- Asymmetrical half-bridge topologies
- HVAC
- Lighting applications
- Factory automation
- Power supply systems
Q & A
- What is the maximum high voltage rail for the L6386E?
The maximum high voltage rail for the L6386E is up to 600 V.
- What is the driver current capability of the L6386E?
The L6386E can source 400 mA and sink 650 mA.
- What is the switching time for the L6386E with a 1 nF load?
The switching times are 50/30 nsec for rise/fall with a 1 nF load.
- Does the L6386E have integrated protection features?
Yes, it features undervoltage lockout (UVLO) on both supply voltages and a diagnostic output for fault signaling.
- What types of inputs does the L6386E support?
The L6386E supports CMOS/TTL Schmitt trigger inputs with hysteresis and pull-down.
- What is the purpose of the integrated bootstrap diode in the L6386E?
The integrated bootstrap diode allows for a more compact and reliable solution by eliminating the need for an external high voltage fast recovery diode.
- What are the typical applications of the L6386E?
The L6386E is used in home appliances, induction heating, industrial applications, motor drivers, HVAC, lighting applications, factory automation, and power supply systems.
- What are the packaging options for the L6386E?
The L6386E is available in DIP-14 and SO-14 packages, as well as tape and reel options.
- What is the thermal resistance junction to ambient for the SO-14 and DIP-14 packages?
The thermal resistance junction to ambient is 165 °C/W for SO-14 and 100 °C/W for DIP-14 packages.
- What is the storage temperature range for the L6386E?
The storage temperature range is -50 to 150 °C.
