The FAN8100N and FAN8100MTC are monolithic two channel DC motor drive IC designed for low voltage operated systems. They have dual H-bridge drivers, using NPN and vertical PNP power transistors with a low saturation voltage. Power packages with heat sinks endure high continuos output current. The high current and low saturation voltage feature make these devices suitable for DC motor applications such as toy cars. They also have a built-in thermal shutdown protection circuit with hysteresis.

• Two channel H-bridge drivers with built-in NPN and vertical-PNP power transistors
• Four functions for each channel - Forward/Reserve/Stop/Brake functions
• Special output pin for an RC car application - for a Turbo function for Ch.A (five-function RF receiver chip RX-2 interface)
• Low stand-by current (typ. 0.1uA)
• Wide supply voltage range (PVCC = 1.8V 9.0V) suitable for battery operated applications
• 3.3V and 5V micro-controller interface
• Low output saturation voltage (upper and lower total: typ. 0.15V @ 0.2A)
• High current outputs (max. 1.5A/Ch.)
• Parallel connection (Max Current: 3A)
• High thermal capability for high continuous output currents
• Built-in spark killing diodes
• Built-in a thermal shutdown (TSD) function with hysteresis
• Short circuit protected
• Temperature independent internal voltage reference

Typical Application

• General purpose dc motor driver
• Electronic toys - robots, RC cars
• Digital still camera (DSC) and film camera
• Home appliances and office equipment
• Precision instruments