I'm looking for a cheap mosfet gate driver for half bridge configuration.
-mosfets to be used for dc motor control
-half bridge topology
Mike
Looking for cheap mosfet driver for half bridge
Dec 16, 2005
7 Replies
IRF does just about every chip, look for the IR21XX type series on IRF website.
Chris
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Good advice, Chris, and for Mike, read IR's application notes.
Thanks,
- Win
Depending on your current requirements, the TC/MAX4427 (~$2) or the Infineon TLE5205 are the two I've used (~$4.50). 4427 for motorfaders (~500mA) and the 5205 for small industrial motor control (1-2A).
For general MOSFET driving, the TC4427 is great. However for a 'half bridge' configuration, in the same sort of power range, the IR2181, is my favourite. This generates the voltage to drive one 'high side', and one 'low side' N channel MOSFET, suiting this configuration excellently.
Best Wishes
ST 'L6384'. Very cheap (equiv' $1), 8 pin DIL. Logic input. Fets can be powered anywhere from 16V to 600V. Magic!
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