A2550 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications Features and Benefits Description ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Large numbers of relay-based applications require the use of a microprocessor which implements complex system control. In these systems, there is the need for microprocessor logic supply voltage, power-on reset circuitry, and watchdog capabilities. The Allegro® A2550 combines the functions of voltage regulator, watchdog, and reset, as well as three low-side DMOS relay driver outputs. Primarily targeted at automotive applications, this IC is designed to provide robust performance over extended voltage and temperature ranges. Three independent low-side DMOS output drivers Short-circuit protection of drivers Eliminates need for flyback diodes on relays Thermal shutdown Separate precision 5 V regulator (2%) Current clamp on 5 V regulator 16-pin TSSOP package with exposed thermal pad Programmable reset (NPOR) delay time Programmable watchdog Automotive voltage and temperature ranges Active clamps for automotive load dump specifications Lead (Pb) free Three low-side DMOS drivers can drive inductive loads, such as relay coils. Each driver integrates rugged voltage clamps which survive automotive load dump pulses up to 48 V. The 40 V rating on VBB also ensures adequate survival in harsh automotive environments. Package: 16 pin TSSOP (suffix LP) with exposed pad A 5 V linear regulator provides 40 mA of output current, with a tolerance of 2% over the operating temperature range. To enhance the usefulness of the IC in automotive applications, the 5 V regulator output, as well as the three low-side driver outputs are protected against overcurrent conditions. Continued on the next page… Approximate Scale Typical Application 1 2 System Logic 3 4 5 6 7 8 IN1 OUT1 IN2 OUT2 IN3 OUT3 PGND NPOR CWD WDI CPOR EN ENBAT VREG5 0.47 μF X7R 2550-DS A2550 LGND VBB 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 Relays or other inductive loads Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Description (continued) The A2550 also includes power-on reset circuitry (NPOR) as well as an integrated watchdog circuit. Combined, they service the monitoring and reset requirements of a system microprocessor. The A2550 is supplied in a 16-pin TSSOP package with exposed thermal pad (package LP).The package is lead (Pb) free, with 100% matte tin leadframe plating. Selection Guide Part Number A2550KLP-T A2550KLPTR-T Packing 96 pieces / tube 13-in. reel, 4000 pieces / reel Absolute Maximum Ratings Characteristic Supply Voltage High Voltage Enable Output Driver Output Load Clamp Symbol Notes VBB VENBAT VOUT VOUT(CL) Continuous rating; outputs off Rating Units –0.3 to 60 V –0.3 to 60 V –1.4 to 48 V Transient rating 60 V Maximum Energy at Outputs EOUT Single Pulse, TJ(initial) = 125°C 100 mJ Peak Power Dissipation at Outputs PPK Single pulse, TJ(initial) = 125°C, ∆t = 1 ms; see figure 2 for different durations and TJ(initial) 1.7 W –0.3 to 7 V All other pins ESD Rating – Human Body Model AEC-Q100-002; all pins 2.5 kV ESD Rating – Charged Device Model AEC-Q100-011; all pins 1050 V Operating Ambient Temperature TA –40 to 125 ºC Maximum Junction Temperature TJ (max) 150 ºC Tstg –55 to 150 ºC Storage Temperature Range K Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 2 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Functional Block Diagram CBB Hi-V Enable VBB VBAT A2550 ENBAT Hi-V Protection TSD VREG5 5V Linear Regulator CREG5 0.47 μF X7R Enable Internal Reference Vref EN Adjustable Delay NPOR CPOR Vdc PGND Relays or Other Inductive Loads VREG5 UVLO TSD A LGND CWD WDI Watchdog Coil 1 Coil 2 Coil 3 OUT1 Micro Controller IN1 Overcurrent Protection 200 k7 OUT2 IN2 Overcurrent Protection 200 k7 OUT3 IN3 Overcurrent Protection 200 k7 Fault Logic A LGND and PGND must be connected externally. Component Selection Table Name Suitable Characteristics CBB CREG5 CWD, CPOR 33 μF, 63 V electrolytic 0.47 μF, 25 V, X7R ceramic 0.22 μF, 16 V, X7R ceramic Representative Device United Chemi-Con EGHA630E–560MJC5S Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 3 A2550 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS, –40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 150°C, VBB within operating limits, unless otherwise noted Characteristics Symbol Test Conditions Min. Supply VBB Operating Voltage1 VBB 7 All OUTx Off; EN = 5 V, VBB = ENBAT = 14 V – IBBQ IBB VBB Supply Current All OUTx On; EN = 5 V, VBB = ENBAT= 14 V – IBBS Sleep mode, EN = ENBAT = 0 – Logic Inputs HIGH input level 3.5 ENBAT Input Voltage2 VENBAT LOW input level 0 HIGH input level 3.5 VIH EN, WDI, and INx Input Voltage VIL LOW input level 0 ENBAT, EN, WDI, INx Input Voltage VIhys 200 Hysteresis HIGH input level, VBB = VBB(max) – ENBAT Input Current2,3 HIGH input level, VBB = 14 V IENBAT – LOW input level –50 HIGH input level – EN Input Current2 IEN LOW input level –50 HIGH input level – WDI Input Current2 IWDI LOW input level –10 HIGH input level – INx Input Current2 IINx LOW input level –10 Drivers tp(ON) INx change to unloaded output change – Propagation Delays tp(OFF) INx change to unloaded output change – IOUTx = 250 mA, VBB = 14 V – Driver On-Resistance RDS(on) IOUTx = 250 mA, VBB = 9 V – IOUTx = 250 mA, VBB = 7 V – Driver Leakage Current IDSS VOUTx = 40 V – Diode Forward Voltage VF IOUTx = –250 mA – Output Clamp Voltage VCL IOUTx = 100 μA 50 Low-Side Driver Overcurrent (O.C.) IOUT(OC) 275 Threshold Blanking Time Before Overcurrent Detect tBLANK IOUT = 500 mA 2 Regulator CREG5 ≥ 0.47 μF (X7R Ceramic, ESR ≤ 0. 5Ω), Voltage Regulator Output Voltage VREG5 4.9 1 mA ≤ IREG5 ≤ 40 mA 1 Pass Transistor On-Resistance RREG5 IREG5 = 40 mA – Line Regulation Voltage VLNR IREG5 = 1 mA – 1 mA ≤ IREG5 ≤ 40 mA, VBB = 7 V – Load Regulation Voltage VLDR – 1 mA ≤ IREG5 ≤ 40 mA, VBB ≥ 9 V VREG5 = 4.63 V, VBB = 7 V 40 Current Limit Level4 IREG5Lim VREG5 = 4.63 V, VBB ≥ 9 V 65 VREG5 = 0 V 65 VREG5 falling 4.25 Under Voltage Lockout Threshold VUVREG5 VREG5 rising 4.36 Under Voltage Lockout Hysteresis VUVREG5hys – Typ. Max. Units – – – – 40 4 5 10 V mA mA μA – – – – VBB 1.5 5.5 1.5 V V V V – – mV – – – – – – – – – 400 70 10 50 10 50 10 50 10 μA μA μA μA μA μA μA μA μA 1 0.5 – – – – –1.3 – 2 1 5 5.5 6 10 –1.4 60 μs μs Ω Ω Ω μA V V – 500 mA – 20 μs 5.0 5.1 V – – – – – – – 4.38 4.50 0.12 55 20 100 40 150 200 200 4.63 4.75 – Ω mV mV mV mA mA mA V V V Continued on the next page... Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 4 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS, continued –40°C ≤ TJ ≤ 150°C, VBB within operating limits, unless otherwise noted Characteristics Symbol Test Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Watchdog and Power-On Reset NPOR Active Voltage VNPOR INPOR = 1 mA; VREG5 = 1.5 V; 1.5 V ≤ VBB ≤ 40 V – – 400 NPOR Inactive Leakage Current INPOR(Off) VNPOR = 5 V – – 10 VTRIP(H) VTRIP(H) = VREF – 1.2 – CWD and CPOR Trip Voltage VTRIP(L) – 0.2 – 2.5 5 7.5 CPOR Charge Current IPOR Power-On Reset Cycle Time5 tPOR CPOR = 0.22 μF – 44 – Charging 2.5 5 7.5 CWD Charge Current ICWD Discharging – 70 – Thermal Protection Thermal Shut Down Threshold TTSD – 175 – Thermal Shut Down Hysteresis TTSDhys – 15 – Units mV μA V V μA ms μA μA °C °C 1See Applications Information section for operation with VBB < 7 V. For VBB > 24 V, thermal constraints limit regulator current. input and output current specifications, negative current is defined as coming out of (sourcing) the specified device pin. 3When V ENBAT exceeds VBB it is clamped with a diode. (VENBAT – VBB) ≤ 1.2 V at 40 mA. 4Defined as the maximum current level allowed during excessive load condition. 5See Applications Information section for calculations. Values guaranteed by design, and depend on capacitor tolerances. 2For THERMAL CHARACTERISTICS may require derating at maximum conditions, see application information Characteristic Symbol Thermal Resistance, Junction to Pad RθJP Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient RθJA Maximum Allowable Power Dissipation PD Test Conditions* 4-layer PCB based on JEDEC standard 2-layer PCB with 2 in.2 copper both sides, connected by thermal vias RθJA = 44 ºC/W (estimated), 2-layer PCB with 2.0 TA = 125°C in.2 of 2 oz. copper, RθJA = 44 ºC/W (estimated), 2-layer PCB with 2.0 in.2 of 2 oz. copper, TA = 85°C Value Units 2 ºC/W 34 ºC/W 44 ºC/W 0.57 W 1.48 W *Additional thermal data available on the Allegro Web site. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 5 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Dynamic Thermal Impedance Square Wave Power Pulse in a Single Output Stage 20 18 Impeda nce (°C/W) 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 0.01 0.1 1 10 100 Time (ms) Figure 1. Dynamic thermal impedance of an individual output stage during active clamp of an inductive load Nonrepetitive Output Active Clamp Power Dissipation POUT (W) 100 10 TJ = 25°C TJ = 125°C 1 0.01 0.1 1 10 100 Time (ms) Figure 2. Peak power dissipation curves for nonrepetitive clamped outputs. Output voltage is clamped during turn-off of inductive loads while current decays. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 6 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Thermal Resistance with 2 oz. Copper (Additional thermal information is available on the Allegro Web site) Thermal Resistance (RθJA) vs. Copper Area on PWB Thermal Resistance ( °C/W ) 140 120 One layer of copper Two layers of copper 100 80 60 40 20 0 1 2 3 4 Area of Copper per Zone per Layer (in.2) The exposed copper area must be soldered to the exposed thermal pad of the device. For the board with two layers of copper, the copper areas on both sides of the substrate are identical. The two layers are thermally connected by vias placed on each ground lead. See JEDEC Standard JESD 51-5 for recommended via geometry. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 7 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Functional Description Pin Descriptions EN Enable pin; logical OR with ENBAT. This logic-level input enables the A2550. If there are no faults, the regulator is live and outputs can be switched. When both the EN and ENBAT pins are held low, the A2550 enters Sleep mode. ENBAT Enable pin; logical OR with EN. Same as EN, except that this pin is high-voltage protected, and specified up to VBB so it can be tied to the battery or power source. Not to exceed VBB because the ESD structure places a diode between the ENBAT and VBB pins. WDI Watchdog Input. Monitors the microcontroller to detect when it stops functioning. This pin is connected to an edge trigger. To avoid a fault, the latter must be triggered before CWD times-out. When not used, WDI is defeated by tying it to NPOR and shorting CWD. CWD Watchdog timer capacitor terminal. Used with WDI. A current source charges the external capacitor tied to this pin. A reverse current source discharges the capacitor when either WDI transitions or the high Trip Voltage, VTRIP(H) , is reached (see specification table for values). The charge-up time defines the maximum period allowed WDI to toggle before a fault is issued; the charge-down time defines the width of NPOR pulses issued to wake-up the microcontroller. NPOR NOT Power On Reset. This active-low pin indicates a fault. Except for watchdog faults, NPOR is held low during the fault state. Refer to the Fault Logic table to determine which faults are latched. Watchdog faults generate a train of pulses to “wake up” the microcontroller. CPOR Power-On Reset timer capacitor terminal. Whenever VREG5 first charges up (at start-up or when a fault is cleared) a “fault” condition remains in effect until the onboard current source drives CPOR to the high Trip Voltage, VTRIP(H) . This allows external circuits, such as a microcontroller, to be initialized before activating the outputs. CPOR is defeated by pulling it high to VREG5 with a 50 kΩ resistor. INx Input pin. Active-high CMOS input. Internally tied to 200 kΩ pull-down resistors. OUTx Output pin. Open drain DMOS. Clamps to a voltage greater than VBB when an inductive load is switched off. Includes current mirror for overcurrent protection. VBB Power pin, or “battery.” Specified for automotive voltages. VREG5 5 V Regulator output. Clamped at the Current Limit Level (IREG5Lim) for excessive loads. As load resistance decreases, VREG5 is pulled below the UVLO level. In that case, a fault is generated (NPOR low). LGND Logic Ground. The reference pin for the logic circuits. Must be connected to PGND externally. PGND Power Ground. The reference pin for the outputs (OUTx). Must be connected to LGND externally. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 8 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Timing Diagram: Initial Start-up and Exiting Sleep Mode VBB VREG5 WDI Internal Vref CWD EN or ENBAT tPOR tPOR Internal Vref CPOR NPOR OUTx 1 1. 2. 3. 4. ~INx ~INx 2 3 4 5 V signal to wake up microcontroller. OUTx enabled with first watchdog pulse. Power ramp-up sequence with watchdog active. NPOR inactive, but outputs not enabled until watchdog detected. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com 9 Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Timing Diagram: Watchdog Monitoring VREG5 WDI internal Vref CWD tWD tWDR CPOR NPOR OUTx outputs enabled ~INx 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 2 3 4 Missing watchdog detected (WDI low). NPOR pulses generated periodically. NPOR inactive, but outputs not enabled until watchdog detected. Missing watchdog detected (WDI low, steps 2 and 3 repeat). 10 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Timing Diagram: VREG5 UVLO and TSD Monitoring VBB VUVREG5 VREG5 WDI Internal Vref CWD Internal VREG5 UVLO Internal Vref CPOR NPOR Internal TSD OUTx outputs enabled 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. ~INx ~INx 2 3 4 5 VREG5 undervoltage detected. VREG5 recovers, and after it rises above VUVREG5 + VUVREG5(Hys), UVLO flag is deactivated and CPOR recharges. NPOR inactive, but outputs not enabled until watchdog detected. TSD event detected and NPOR is activated. When VREG5 ≤ VUVREG5 , VREG5 shuts down. TSD flag deactivated (VREG5 allowed to rise; steps 2 and 3 repeat) 11 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Applications Information Dropout Voltage NPOR For operation with VBB below the specified range of operating voltages, use the Pass Transistor On-Resistance RREG5 to determine the maximum allowed regulator current, IREG5(max). This current is limited by the difference between VBB and VREG5, according to the following equation: The following faults generate a RESET state: • watchdog alarm • VREG5 falls below the UVLO level In addition, the following conditions cause a low NPOR signal if the NPOR pin is pulled up by VREG5 (because these conditions disable VREG5): • overtemperature (Thermal Shut Down) • no ENABLE signal (EN = ENBAT = 0) IREG5 < VBB − VREG5 R REG5 (1) Figure 3 shows the results of this condition combined with the rated regulator current, in normal operation. 70 60 IREG5(max) (mA) Note that, although the regulator is specified for normal operation with VBB well above normal automotive voltages, in general thermal constraints will limit maximum operational VBB. Fault Logic 50 40 30 20 The A2550 offers several protection and fault detection features. The operation of thermal shutdown, watchdog monitoring of the microcontroller, and regulated voltage undervoltage lockout are described in the Timing Diagrams section. The fault logic is described in table 1. 10 0 0 5 10 15 20 VBB (V) Figure 3. Current Capability of the 5 V Regulator (VREG5) Table 1. Fault Logica TSD UVLO Watchdog alarm OCx Internal 5V VREG5 NPOR OUTx Outputs EN OR ENBATb Inputs 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 INx 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 Z OCx disables OUTx only. OUTx latched OFF until INx removed and reapplied. 1 0 0 1 X 1 1 Pulse Z NPOR periodically pulses to attempt RESET of microcontroller. 1 0 1 X X 1 1 0 Z NPOR remains active after UVLO recovers until POR delay expires. 1 1 X X X 1 0 0 Z 0 X X X X 0 0 Off Z aX Mode of Operation Normal Operation: OUTx active for INx active. Sleep mode. NPOR = 0 when pulled up by VREG5 because VREG5 = 0. indicates “don’t care,” Z indicates high impedence. entry is a logical OR of the EN and ENBAT pins. bThis 12 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 Applications Information NPOR is pulsed for a watchdog fault. For the remaining faults, NPOR is held low for the duration of the fault. After the fault condition is removed, NPOR remains low during the tPOR period. The latter is set by the value of the external capacitor fed by a current source at the CPOR pin, according to the following formula: t POR = ⎛200 ms ⎞ CPOR µF ⎠ ⎝ (2) The scaling factor is simply derived from the specifications using the typical value of IPOR: t POR CPOR = VREF − VTRIP(L) I POR (3) Watchdog The watchdog monitors the microcontroller to detect if it locks up. To do so, the watchdog checks for pulses on the Watchdog Input pin (WDI), and if they are absent for longer than the timeout period, tWD , the watchdog activates NPOR, which pulses periodically. tWD is proportional to the external capacitor fed by a current source at the CWD pin. The voltage change is 1 V, so using the typical value of ICWD(charging) we have: tWD = ⎛200 ms ⎞ CWD µF ⎠ ⎝ (4) The pulse width for NPOR active, tWDR, also scales proportionally to the value of the external capacitor at the CWD pin. Using the typical value of ICWD(discharging) we have: tWDR = ⎛14 ms ⎞ CWD ⎝ µF ⎠ (5) See the specification tables for tolerances. When not used, disable watchdog by tying WDI to NPOR and tying CWD low. Table 2 shows watchdog timing for the nominal capacitances listed. Table 2. Timing Set by Capacitors C (μF) tPOR (ms) tWD (ms) tWDR (ms) 0.1 20 20 1 0.22 44 44 3 0.47 94 94 7 1 200 200 14 Output Overcurrent When the OC (overcurrent) protection is triggered in a driver, that driver is disabled for self-protection. No other functions are affected; NPOR and VREG5 operate normally. A disabled output driver remains shut down until the respective INx is brought low, then high again; at which time OUTx turns on. OUTx will switch on again the next time INx is applied. If a short-to-battery still exists, the overcurrent will trip each time INx is reapplied. Sleep The A2550 is put to sleep by holding both EN and ENBAT low. In sleep mode all functions are shut down, including VREG5. If the VREG5 regulator is required at all times, disable sleep mode by tying ENBAT to VBB. Power Limits Power dissipation, PD , is limited by thermal constraints. The maximum allowed power dissipation, PD(max) , is found from the formula: TJ = (PD(max) R θJA+ TA ) ≤ TJ(max) (6) The maximum junction temperature, TJ(max) , and the thermal resistance, RθJA , are given in the specification tables. The three main contributors to power dissipation are: • PBIAS from the supply bias current • PREG from the linear regulator voltage drop • PLS from low-side driver conduction For example, to determine if TJ is in an acceptable range, given: RθJA = 55°C/W , and TA = 125°C ; and PBIAS = VBB × IBBQ (7) = 14 V × 3 mA = 42 mW , and PREG = (VBB – VREG5(min)) × IREG5 (8) = (14 V – 4.9 V) × 20 mA= 182 mW , and 13 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 PLS = (RDS(on) × I2LS1) + (RDS(on) × I2LS2) (9) The output voltage is clamped to protect the driver. The active clamp works as follows. The voltage at the driver output is pushed high by the inductive current. Once the clamp voltage, VCL , is reached, a Zener diode conducts current to the internal FET gate driver block. Therefore, the FET turns partially on, in order to limit any further increase in voltage at the output pin. The output is then held at this clamp voltage until the current decays to zero, as shown in figure 4. (10) Energy loss in the chip, E, may be calculated as follows. Load coil resistance, RCOIL , is usually a significant value, but a worst case scenario takes RCOIL = 0 for simplicity. With active clamping at VCL , the output current (with initial value IOUT0) is driven low and the upper limit on energy loss in the driver is calculated as: + (RDS(on) × I2LS3) . Because ILS1 = ILS2 = ILS3 = 110 mA , and given that RDS(on) = 5 Ω, then PLS = 3 (5 Ω) * (110 mA) 2 = 182 mW . Given also: PD = PBIAS + PREG + PLS = 42 mW+ 182 mW+ 182 mW = 406 mW . TJ can be calculated by substitution into equation 6: TJ = 0.406 W × 55°C/W +125°C = 147°C . Reverse Battery The low-side driver outputs can withstand reverse battery when the load (RLOADx) is connected to limit current. Power dissipation (PD = PLS(rvrs)) is limited by thermal constraints, according to the following formula: PLS(rvrs) = VF1× IF1+ VF2× IF2+ VF3× IF3 , (11) Emax = 1 IOUT0 VCL Δ t . 2 (14) LCOIL IOUT0 , VCL – Vdc (15) From figure 4: Δt = and –1 2 Emax = 1 L COIL IOUT0 (1– Vdc / VCL ) . 2 where: IFx = VBB(rvrs) −VFx . RLOADx (12) Active Clamp on Outputs IOUT The driver section includes an active clamp that prevents an overvoltage when an inductive load is switched off. Zener diodes are connected at the output pins. This removes the need for external freewheeling diodes across inductive loads. The coil current, ICOIL , is quenched by allowing the output pin voltage, VOUTx , to exceed the battery voltage at the load, Vdc. This applies a negative voltage drop across the load. Therefore the current gradient is driven negative, as shown in the following formula: dICOIL dt = Vdc − VOUT − ICOIL×RCOIL L COIL (16) <0 . (13) IOUT0 = Vdc RCOIL m= –(VCL – Vdc) LCOIL Δt Figure 4. Output Voltage Clamping 14 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 A more rigorous derivation, including RCOIL during the Capacitive Loads exponential current decay results in: When capacitive loads are applied to the outputs, the constraint described below applies. Such is the case, for example, when capacitors are attached to the outputs to protect against ESD. Larger capacitors protect against larger ESD voltages. However, the upper limit on capacitance is determined by the blanking time. The latter allows for spurious current spikes and capacitor discharges to be completed before the overcurrent detection circuit senses the output current (see tBLANK in the Electrical Characteristics table). The blanking time allows a 47 nF capacitor with 20% tolerance and nominal 12 V automotive voltages. and V V R i ( t ) = R dc − R CL ⎡⎢⎢1− exp ⎛− t LCOIL ⎝ COIL COIL ⎣ COIL Δt = ⎞ ⎥⎤ , ⎠ ⎥⎦ LCOIL −1 ln (1 – Vdc VCL ) . RCOIL (17) (18) Energy loss in the driver is: E= VCL VDC LCOIL 2 RCOIL [1+ (VCL Vdc −1 ) ln (1 − Vdc VCL)] . (19) Pin-out Diagram IN1 1 16 OUT1 IN2 2 15 OUT2 IN3 3 14 OUT3 LGND 4 NPOR 5 13 PGND 12 CWD WDI 6 11 CPOR EN 7 10 ENBAT VREG5 8 Terminal List Table No. Name 1 IN1 2 IN2 3 IN3 4 LGND 5 NPOR 6 WDI 7 EN 8 VREG5 9 VBB 10 ENBAT 11 CPOR 12 CWD 13 PGND 14 OUT3 15 OUT2 16 OUT1 – PAD PAD 9 VBB Description Activate driver 1 Activate driver 2 Activate driver 3 Logic ground; must be connected to PGND externally Not Power-On Reset WatchDog Input Enable (low voltage) 5V regulator Supply voltage Enable (high voltage) Capacitor terminal for Power-On Reset cycle time Capacitor terminal for WatchDog timing Power ground; must be connected to LGND externally Low side driver 3 Low side driver 2 Low side driver 1 Exposed pad for enhanced thermal performance 15 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com Relay Driver with 5 V Regulator for Automotive Applications A2550 16-Pin TSSOP (Suffix LP) with Exposed Pad All dimensions reference only, not for tooling use Dimensions in millimeters U.S. Customary dimensions (in.) in brackets, for reference only (reference JEDEC MO-153 ABT) Dimensions exclusive of mold flash, gate burrs, and dambar protrusions Exact case and lead configuration at supplier discretion within limits shown A Terminal #1 mark area B Exposed thermal pad (bottom surface); dimensions may vary with device C Reference land pattern layout (reference IPC7351 TSOP65P640X120-17M); adjust as necessary to meet application process requirements and PCB layout tolerances; when mounting on a multilayer PCB, thermal vias at the exposed thermal pad land can improve thermal dissipation (reference EIA/JEDEC Standard JESD51-5) 5.1 4.9 16 .201 .193 8º 0º A B 0.20 .008 0.09 .004 B 3 .118 NOM 4.5 4.3 6.6 6.2 A 1 .177 .169 0.75 .030 0.45 .018 .260 .244 1 .039 REF 2 3 .118 NOM 0.25 .010 16X SEATING PLANE 0.10 [.004] C 16X 0.30 .012 0.19 .007 C SEATING PLANE GAUGE PLANE 1.20 .047 MAX 0.10 [.004] M C A B 0.15 .006 0.00 .000 0.65 .026 0.45 .018 NOM 0.65 .026 NOM 2X 0.20 .008 MIN C 5.9 .232 NOM 1.85 .073 NOM 3 .118 NOM 3 .118 NOM 14X 0.20 .008 MIN The products described here are manufactured under one or more U.S. patents or U.S. patents pending. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. reserves the right to make, from time to time, such departures from the detail specifications as may be required to permit improvements in the performance, reliability, or manufacturability of its products. Before placing an order, the user is cautioned to verify that the information being relied upon is current. Allegro products are not authorized for use as critical components in life-support devices or systems without express written approval. The information included herein is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for its use; nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. Copyright©2006 AllegroMicroSystems, Inc. 16 Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. 115 Northeast Cutoff, Box 15036 Worcester, Massachusetts 01615-0036 (508) 853-5000 www.allegromicro.com