SA160 • SA160A
H-Bridge Motor Driver/Amplifiers
RoHS
COMPLIANT
FEATURES
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Low Cost Complete H-Bridge
Self-Contained Smart Lowside/Highside Drive
Circuitry
Wide Supply Range: up to 80V
10A Continuous Output
14A Continuous Output for A-Grade
Isolated Case Allows Direct Heatsinking
Four Quadrant Operation, Torque Control Capability
Internal/Programmable PWM
Frequency Generation
Class D Switchmode Amplifier
APPLICATIONS
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Brush Type Motor Control
Reactive Loads
Magnetic Coils (MRI)
Active Magnetic Bearing
Vibration Canceling
DESCRIPTION
The SA160 is a pulse width modulation amplifier that can supply 10A continuous current to the load. The
full bridge amplifier can be operated over a wide range of supply voltages. All of the drive/control circuitry for
the lowside and highside switches are internal to the hybrid. The PWM circuitry is internal as well, leaving the
user to only provide an analog signal for the motor speed/direction, or audio signal for switchmode audio
amplification. The internal PWM frequency can be programmed by an external integrator capacitor. Alternatively, the user may provide an external TTL-compatible PWM signal for simultaneous amplitude and direction control for four quadrant mode.
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TYPICAL CONNECTION
Figure 1: Typical Connection
VCC
VS
100nF
VCC
1μF
100μF
VS
ANLG IN
SA160
OUT A
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PWM IN
OUT B
DISABLE
LOAD
100pF
ISENSE B
ISENSE A
AGND
PGND
RSENSE A
RSENSE B
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PINOUT AND DESCRIPTION TABLE
Figure 2: External Connections
Pin Number
Name
1
AGND
2
PWM IN
3
DISABLE
4
ANLG IN
5
NC
6
PGND
7
Vcc
8
ISENSE A
9
10
11
OUT A
Vs
OUT B
12
ISENSE B
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Description
Analog ground and reference for the internal PWM oscillator. Connect to pin 6 with
a single conductor.
TTL compatible PWM input. A duty cycle greater than 50% will produce greater than
50% duty cycle pulses on OUT A. A duty cycle less than 50% will produce greater
than 50% duty cycle on OUT B. For analog inputs, the integration capacitor for the
internal clock must be connected between this pin and AGND.
Logic high at this pin will disable all outputs. If left open, an internal pullup to Vcc
will keep DISABLE high. When taken low, all outputs function normally.
Analog input. A voltage higher than Vcc/2 will produce greater than 50% duty cycle
pulses on OUT B. A voltage lower than Vcc/2 will produce greater than 50% duty
cycle pulses on OUT A. If using in the digital mode, bias this point at 1/2 the logic
high level.
No connection.
Power ground. Connect Vs power supply ground, filters, and bypass capacitors. Connect to pin 1 with a single conductor.
Voltage supply for logic circuit. Connect 12 V supply. The ground terminal of the
supply must be connected to AGND.
Connect RSENSE A between ISENSE A and PGND to monitor the current. All current
from half-bridge A flows out of this pin from the load.
The “A” terminal of the output. Connect this pin to one end of the load, opposite B.
The supply rail.
The “B” terminal of the output. Connect this pin to one end of the load, opposite A.
Connect RSENSE B between ISENSE B and PGND to monitor the current. All current
from half-bridge B flows out of this pin from the load.
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PIN DESCRIPTION
VCC - is the low voltage supply for powering internal logic and drivers for the lowside and highside MOSFETS.
The supplies for the highside drivers are derived from this voltage.
VS - is the higher voltage H-bridge supply. The MOSFETS obtain the output current from this supply pin. The
voltage on this pin is limited to +80V by the drive IC. The MOSFETS are rated at 100 volts.
ISENSE A & B - These are tied to power GND directly or through sense resistors.
ANALOG GND - is the reference for the internal PWM oscillator. Connect this pin to pin 6. Connect low side of
Vcc supply and any other supply used to generate analog input signals to ANALOG GND.
ANALOG INPUT - is an analog input for controlling the PWM pulse width of the bridge. A voltage higher than
Vcc/2 will produce greater than 50% duty cycle pulses out of B OUT. A voltage lower than Vcc/2 will
produce greater than 50% duty cycle pulses out of A OUT. If using in the digital mode, bias this point at
1/2 the logic high level.
DISABLE - Is the connection for disabling all 4 output switches. DISABLE high overrides all other inputs. When
taken low, everything functions normally. An internal pullup to Vcc will keep DISABLE high if pin left open.
PWM INPUT - Is the TTL compatible digital input for controlling the PWM pulse width of the bridge. A duty
cycle greater than 50% will produce greater than 50% duty cycle pulses out of the A out. A duty cycle less
than 50% will produce greater than 50% duty cycle from the B out. For analog inputs, the integration
capacitor for the internal clock must be connected between this pin and analog ground. The internal
switching frequency is programmable up to 125 kHz by selection of the integration capacitor. The
formula is:
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1.44 10
C F pF = ------------------------- – 50
Fsw
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SPECIFICATIONS
All Min/Max characteristics and specifications are guaranteed over the Specified Operating Conditions.
Typical performance characteristics and specifications are derived from measurements taken at typical supply voltages and TC = 25°C, VCC = 12VDC
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
Parameter
Symbol
Min
Max
Units
Supply Voltage 1
Vs
80
V
Output Current, continuous
IO
15
A
Output Current, peak, t=100 msec, Tcmax=85°C
IO
21
A
16
V
156
W
260
°C
150
°C
-55
+125
°C
-40
+125
°C
Logic Supply Voltage
PD
2
Power Dissipation, internal
Temperature, pin solder, 10s max.
Temperature, junction
Temperature Range, storage
TJ
Operating Temperature Range, case
TC
3
1. Derate to 70V below TC = +25°C.
2. Each of the two active output transistors can dissipate 78W.
3. Long term operation at the maximum junction temperature will result in reduced product life. Derate power dissipation
to achieve high MTTF.
CAUTION
The SA160 is constructed from MOSFET transistors. ESD handling procedures must be
observed. The substrate contains beryllia (BeO). Do not crush, machine, or subject to temperatures in excess of 850°C to avoid generating toxic fumes.
INPUT
Parameter
Analog Input Voltages
Test
Conditions
SA160
Min
Typ
SA160A
Max
Min
Typ
Max
Units
VCC = 12V
A,B Out = 50% Duty Cycle
1/2 VCC
*
V
A Out = 100% Duty Cycle High
1/3 VCC
*
V
B Out = 100% Duty Cycle High
2/3 VCC
*
V
PWM Input
PWM Pulse Low Voltage
PWM Pulse High Voltage
PWM Frequency
Disable On
2.7
0.8
5.0
250
VCC
Disable Off
0
0.8
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2.7
45
*
*
*
*
*
V
V
kHz
*
*
V
*
*
V
*
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OUTPUT
Test
Conditions
Parameter
SA160
Min
Total VDS (ON) Voltage, both MOS- IDS = 10A
FETs
Tc = 85°C
Total RON, both MOSFETs
Efficiency, 10A Output
Current, continuous
Current, peak
Switching Frequency
IDS = 10A
Tc = 85°C
VS = 80V
Tcmax=85°C for
A-Grade
t = 100 msec,
Tcmax=85°C for
A-Grade
CF = 270pF
SA160A
Typ
Max
1.4
0.14
Min
Units
Typ
Max
2.5
*
*
V
0.25
*
*
Ω
97
*
%
10
14
A
15
20
A
Dead Time
45
*
kHz
90
*
ns
SA160
SA160A
POWER SUPPLY
Test
Conditions
Parameter
VS Voltage 1
Min
Typ
VS Current =
Load Current
VCC Voltage
Max
Min
Typ
80
9.5
12
15
36
*
Max
Units
*
V
*
*
V
*
*
mA
VCC Current, Quiescent
Fsw=50 kHz
28
VS Current, Quiescent
Fsw=50 kHz, no
load, VS = 50V
6.5
*
SA160
SA160A
mA
1. Derate to 70V below TC = +25°C.
THERMAL
Parameter 1
Resistance, junction to case
Resistance, junction to air
Temperature Range, case
Test
Conditions
Min
Full temp range,
for each transistor
Full temp range
Typ
Max
1.4
1.6
Min
30
-40
Max
*
*
°C/W
+125
°C/W
°C
*
+85
*
Units
Typ
1. Each of the two active output transistors can dissipate 78W.
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TYPICAL PERFORMANCE GRAPHS
Figure 3: Power Derating
Figure 4: Total Voltage Drop
2
1.8
60
40
SA160A
20
1.4
27°C
1.2
1
0.8
-40°C
0.6
0.4
Each Output
Transistor
0.2
SA160
0
0
25
50
75
100
0
0
125
Case Temperature, TC (°C)
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Output Current (A)
Figure 5: Total RON, both MOSFETS
Figure 6: PWM Frequency vs. Ext Int Cap
0.18
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0.14
0.12
27°C
0.1
-40°C
0.08
0.06
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Output Current (A)
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0.16
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125°C
1.6
Voltage Drop (V)
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Figure 7: IQVs vs. VS Voltage
Figure 8: IQVs vs. Switching Frequency
80
Fsw = 50 kHz
50% Duty Cycle
No Load
30
70
Tc = 125°C
25
20
15
Tc = 25°C
10
Tc = -40°C
5
0
10
20
40
30
50
60
70
VS Quiescent Current, (mA)
VS Quiescent Current, (mA)
35
Vs = 45V, Cf = open
PWM IN = 0V~5V SquireWavw
No Load
60
Tc = 125°C
50
40
Tc = 25°C
30
20
Tc = -40°C
10
0
0
80
50
100
150
200
250
Switching Frequency, Fsw (kHz)
VS, (V)
Figure 9: IQVcc vs. VCC Voltage
Figure 10: IQVcc vs. Switching Frequency
40
60
Vs = 45V
No Load
36
VCC Quiescent Current, (mA)
VCC Quiescent Current, (mA)
38
34
32
30
28
26
24
50
40
30
20
Vs=45V, Cf=open
PWM IN=0V~5V SquireWavw
No Load, Full Temp Range
10
22
20
9
10
11
12
13
VCC Voltage, (V)
8
14
15
0
0
50
100
150
200
250
Switching Frequency, Fsw (kHz)
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Figure 11: IQVcc vs. Case Temperature
Figure 12: Reverse Diode
30
10.0
26
Flyback Current, ISD (A)
VCC Quiescent Current, (mA)
28
24
22
20
18
16
Vs = 45V
FSW = 50kF
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1.0
12
10
-40 -20
0
20 40
60 80 100 120 140
0.1
0.7
0.8
0.9
1
1.1
1.2
Source to Drain Diode Voltage (V)
Case Temperature, TC (°C)
Figure 13: Duty Cycle vs. Analog Input
100
Duty Cycle (%)
80
A OUT
B OUT
60
40
20
0
1/6
1/3
1/2
2/3
5/6
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GENERAL
Please read Application Note 30 “PWM Basics.” Refer to Application Note 1 “General Operating Considerations” which covers stability, supplies, heat sinking, mounting, current limit, SOA interpretation, and specification interpretation. Visit www.apexanalog.com for Apex Microtechnology’s complete Application Notes
library, Technical Seminar Workbook, and Evaluation Kits.
TYPICAL APPLICATION
A wide variety of loads can be driven in either the voltage mode or the current mode. The most common
applications use three external blocks: a low pass filter converting pulse width data to an analog output, a difference amplifier to monitor voltage or current and an error amplifier. Filter inductors must be suitable for
square waves at the switching frequency (laminated steel is generally not acceptable). Filter capacitors must
be low ESR and rated for the expected ripple current. A difference amplifier with gain of less than one translates the differential output voltage to a single feedback voltage. Dashed line connections and a higher gain
difference amplifier would be used for current control. The error amplifier integrates the difference between
the input and feedback voltages to close the loop.
Figure 14: Typical Application
11
9
4
3
2
SA160
LOAD
8
12
The SA160 also can be controlled through a micro-controller, See Figure 15.
Figure 15: Typical Application
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PWM OSCILLATOR – INTERNAL OR EXTERNAL
The SA160 contains an internal PWM oscillator whose frequency is determined by an external capacitor
connected between pin 1 and pin 2. Maximum frequency is 125 kHz. The user may also disregard the internal
PWM oscillator and supply the SA160 with an external TTL pulse generator up to 250kHz.
BYPASSING
Adequate bypassing of the power supplies is required for proper operation. Failure to do so can cause
erratic and low efficiency operation as well as excessive ringing at the outputs. The Vs supply should be
bypassed with at least a 1µF ceramic capacitor in parallel with another low ESR capacitor of at least 10µF per
amp of output current. Capacitor types rated for switching applications are the only types that should be considered. The 1µF ceramic capacitor must be physically connected directly to the Vs and POWER GND pins.
Even one inch of lead length will cause excessive ringing at the outputs. This is due to the very fast switching
times and the inductance of the lead connection. The bypassing requirements of the Vcc supply are less stringent, but still necessary. A 0.1µF to 0.47µF ceramic capacitor connected directly to the Vcc and ANALOG GND
pins will suffice.
PCB LAYOUT
The designer needs to appreciate that the SA160 combines in one circuit both high speed high power
switching and low level analog signals. Certain layout rules of thumb must be considered when a circuit board
layout is designed using the SA160:
1. Bypassing of the power supplies is critical. Capacitors must be connected directly to the power supply pins
with very short lead lengths (well under 1 inch). Ceramic chip capacitors are best.
2. Connect ANALOG GND to POWER GND with a conductor having no intermediate connections. Connect all
Vs power supply, filter and load related ground connections to POWER GND keeping these conductors
separate until reaching pin 6. Connect all Vcc power supply and input signal related ground connections to
ANALOG GND keeping conductors separate until reaching pin 1. Do not allow ground loops to form by
making additional ground connections at the low side of the physical power supplies. If ground plane is
used do not allow more than 1mA to flow through it.
3. Beware of capacitive coupling between output connections and signal inputs through the parasitic capacitance between layers in multi-layer PCB designs.
4. Do not run small signal traces between the pins of the output section (pins 8-12).
CURRENT SENSE
There are two load current sensing pins, I SENSE A and I SENSE B. The two pins can be shorted to POWER
GND in the voltage mode connection but both must be used in the current mode connection. It is recommended that R SENSE resistors be non-inductive. When A OUT is high and B OUT is low, the load current flows
from A OUT to B OUT and out of the I SENSE B pin. When B OUT is high and A OUT is low, the load current
flows from B OUT to A OUT and out of the I Jun 2022Jun 2022SENSE A pin. The SA160 has no internal current
limit.
TRANSIENT SUPPRESSION
An RC network of a 100 pF Capacitor and a one ohm resistor is required as shown in the typical connection diagram on page 2. This network assures proper operation under various loads. Minimal power is dissipated in the resistor.
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PACKAGE OPTIONS
Part Number
Apex Package Style
Description
SA160AEE
SA160DP
SA160DPA
SA160EE
EE
12-pin SIP w/ formed leads
12-pin SIP
12-pin SIP
12-pin SIP w/ formed leads
DP
DP
EE
PACKAGE STYLE EE
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