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A3973 - Dual DMOS Full-Bridge Microstepping PWM Motor Driver

General Description

Designed for pulse-width modulated (PWM) current control of bipolar microstepping stepper motors, the A3973 is capable of continuous output currents to ±1 A and operating voltages to 35 V.

Key Features

  • ±1 A, 35 V Continuous Output Rating.
  • Low RDS(on) DMOS Output Drivers.
  • Optimized Microstepping via 6-Bit Linear DACs.
  • Programmable Mixed, Fast, and Slow Current Decay Modes.
  • 4 MHz Internal Oscillator for Digital Timing.
  • Serial-Interface Controls Chip Functions.
  • Synchronous Rectification for Low Power Dissipation.
  • Internal UVLO and Thermal Shutdown Circuitry.
  • Crossover-Current Protection.
  • Precision 2 V Reference.
  • Inputs Compatible with 3.3 or.

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A3973 Dual DMOS Full-Bridge Microstepping PWM Motor Driver Discontinued Product This device is no longer in production. The device should not be purchased for new design applications. Samples are no longer available. Date of status change: November 1, 2010 Recommended Substitutions: For existing customer transition, and for new customers or new applications, refer to the A3992. NOTE: For detailed information on purchasing options, contact your local Allegro field applications engineer or sales representative. Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. reserves the right to make, from time to time, revisions to the anticipated product life cycle plan for a product to accommodate changes in production capabilities, alternative product availabilities, or market demand.