PMIC - Motor Drivers, Controllers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
TB62262FTAG,EL Toshiba Electronic Devices and Storage Corporation	IC MOTOR DRIVER BIPOLAR 36WQFN	7853
BA5891FM-E2 ROHM Semiconductor	IC MOTOR DRIVER 28SOP	0
TB67H400ANG Toshiba Electronic Devices and Storage Corporation	IC MOTOR DRIVER 24SDIP	999
LV8413GP-TE-L-H Sanyo Denki SanUPS Products	H-BRIDGE INTO TWO-CHANNEL MOTOR	0
STK681-310	BRUSH DC MOTOR CONTROLLER	12200
DRV3204EPHPRQ1 Texas Instruments	BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR CONTROLLER, P	1000
TB6585AFTGC8,EL Toshiba Electronic Devices and Storage Corporation	IC MOTOR DRIVER 4.5V-42V 48QFN	0
LB11899J-TRM-E Sanyo Denki SanUPS Products	3-IN-ONE MOTOR DRIVER	94000
NJM37717E2 New Japan Radio (NJR)	IC MTRDRV BIPLR 4.75-5.25V 24EMP	0
STK672-732A-E	STEPPER MOTOR CONTROLLER	8000
BH6766FVM-TR ROHM Semiconductor	IC MOTOR DRIVER 2V-6V 8MSOP	2996
DRV8702DQRHBTQ1 Texas Instruments	IC MOTOR DRIVER 5.5V-45V 32VQFN	437
TMC429-LI-T TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH	IC MTR DRVR BIPOLAR 3.3-5V 32QFN	7640
TMC2209-LA-T TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH	IC MTR DRV 4.75-28V QFN28	0
STK672-120-E	STEPPER MOTOR CONTROLLER	20282
UC2638N Texas Instruments	BRUSH DC MOTOR CONTROLLER, 0.5A,	2350
LB11850VA-TLM-H Sanyo Denki SanUPS Products	DIGITAL IC FOR FAN MOTOR SINGLE-	173632
A3959SLBTR-T Allegro MicroSystems	IC MOTOR DRIVER 4.5V-5.5V 24SOIC	0
L293NEG4 Texas Instruments	IC MTR DRV BIPOLAR 4.5-36V 16DIP	0
LC898212XC-MH	TELECOM CIRCUIT, 1-FUNC, PBGA12	4765000

PMIC - Motor Drivers, Controllers

1. Overview

Power Management ICs (PMICs) dedicated to motor drivers and controllers are specialized semiconductor devices that manage the operation of electric motors by regulating power delivery, speed, direction, and protection features. These components are critical in modern electronics for optimizing energy efficiency, ensuring precise motion control, and enhancing system reliability. They are widely used in robotics, automotive systems, industrial automation, and consumer electronics.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Applications
H-Bridge Drivers	Bi-directional current flow control, PWM integration	DC motor direction control in robotics
Stepper Motor Controllers	Microstepping, current regulation, position control	3D printers, CNC machines
Brushless DC (BLDC) Controllers	Commutation logic, Hall sensor interface	Electric vehicles, drones
Integrated FET Drivers	Embedded MOSFETs, thermal shutdown	Portable devices, power tools

3. Structure & Components

A typical PMIC for motor control consists of:

Physical Structure: Standard packages like QFN, TSSOP, or BGA for compact integration
Internal Modules:
- Gate drivers for MOSFET/IGBT control
- Current sensing amplifiers
- Protection circuits (OCP, OTP, UVLO)
- Power supply regulation units
Interfaces: PWM, SPI, I2C, or analog inputs for control signals

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description & Importance
Operating Voltage Range	Determines compatibility with power sources (e.g., 4.5V 40V for automotive)
Output Current Capacity	Defines motor power handling (e.g., 1A 10A continuous)
Efficiency (Typical >90%)	Minimizes power loss and thermal stress
Protection Features	Includes overcurrent, thermal, and shoot-through protection
Control Interface	Supports PWM, Hall sensors, or serial communication

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Drones, robotic vacuum cleaners, smart locks
Industrial: Servo motors, automated manufacturing arms
Automotive: Electric power steering, HVAC blower motors
Medical: Infusion pumps, diagnostic equipment

6. Key Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer	Product Model	Key Features	Application Example
TI (Texas Instruments)	DRV8825	1.8A output, microstepping	3D printer extruders
STMicroelectronics	L6470	600mA, SPI control	Industrial valves
ON Semiconductor	LV8711	3-phase BLDC controller	Electric scooters
Infineon	TLE94112	12-channel H-bridge	Automotive seat adjusters

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include:

Match voltage/current ratings with motor specifications
Select control interface (PWM vs. serial) based on system design
Verify protection features for harsh environments
Optimize package size for space-constrained applications
Evaluate cost vs. integration level (standalone vs. system-on-chip)

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include:

Higher integration with embedded MOSFETs and sensors
Adoption of field-oriented control (FOC) for BLDC motors
Development of automotive-grade ICs with ASIL-D compliance
AI-driven predictive maintenance features
Wide bandgap semiconductor integration (GaN/SiC) for higher efficiency