TI introduces DRV8x motor drivers

DALLAS, USA: Texas Instruments (TI) has launched integrated DRV8x motor drivers with three new low-voltage devices for brushed DC and stepper motors, with an aim to expand its portfolio.

The DRV8834, DRV8835 and DRV8836 motor drivers are the three new low voltage devices. These motor drivers provide low voltage operating range and low RDS(ON) and ultra-low sleep currents. It reduces power consumption as much as 80 per cent. It comes along with an improved thermal performance.

The three new low-voltage devices comes with ultra-smooth motion profiles, extended battery life, Reduced board space and advanced on chip protection. The devices are integrated in an ultra-small package, reducing board space by as much as 95 per cent compared to discrete implementations.