AP1037AER

Motor Drivers, Controllers Overview

The AP1037AER is a bipolar stepper motor driver manufactured by Asahi Kasei Microdevices. It integrates control logic and power stages in a 24-QFN package. The device supports supply voltages from 8V to 35V and delivers an output current of 1.5A. It features four half-bridge outputs and accepts standard logic interfaces. Stepper resolution options include full, half, quarter, and eighth steps. Operating temperatures range from -30°C to 150°C TJ.

Motor Drivers, Controllers Feature Summary

• Full integration of control logic and power MOSFET stages for simplified design
• Supports multiple stepping resolutions including full, half, quarter, and eighth steps
• Robust thermal performance with high junction temperature tolerance

Motor Drivers, Controllers Applications

• General purpose bipolar stepper motor control
• Industrial automation equipment
• Office automation devices

Motor Drivers, Controllers Procurement Notes

Verify component status as the part may be discontinued. Confirm packaging type availability such as tape and reel or cut tape. Ensure compatibility with existing system voltage requirements between 8V and 35V. Check for alternative sources if original manufacturing supply is limited.

Motor Drivers, Controllers Selection Notes

Select this driver for applications requiring integrated bipolar stepper control without external logic components. Verify that the load voltage does not exceed 35V. Ensure the required step resolution matches the internal configuration capabilities. Consider the 24-QFN package constraints for PCB layout and thermal management during selection.

Motor Drivers, Controllers Part Context

This component belongs to the AP1037 family of motor drivers designed for compact stepper motor applications. It combines power MOSFET technology with digital control logic. The series targets general-purpose markets where space efficiency and integrated functionality are prioritized over discrete solution complexity.

Motor Drivers, Controllers Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation.