Designer's Manual

The new "Automotive Power Integrated Circuit Designer's Manual" is for automotive electrical and electronic control systems designers searching for fully-protected power MOSFET switches and special function ICs. The 397-page reference source includes complete specification, case outlines, and application notes for the manufacturer's line of application-specific intelligent power switches (IPS), gate drivers, and special function ICs. Intelligent power switches combine a HEXFET power MOSFET with a gate driver IC. IPS devices feature over-temperature shutdown, over-current shutdown, active clamping, built-in ESD protection, and low current and logic-level input to help ensure reliable operation under harsh conditions.

Typical IPS circuit functions include automotive motor and solenoid drives, programmable logic controllers, lighting and safety control systems for heating and air conditioning, cabin and dashboard illumination and air bag squibs. Under-hood applications include anti-lock braking (ABS), fuel injection, diesel glow-plug control, and power-assist steering.

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