AUIRS20161S

Gate Driver Overview

The AUIRS20161S is an automotive-grade high-side gate driver IC designed for driving IGBTs and N-channel MOSFETs. It operates with a supply voltage range of 4.4V to 20V and delivers peak output currents of 250mA. The device features a single channel with inverting logic, housed in an 8-SOIC package. It supports bus voltages up to 150V, making it suitable for isolated switching applications in demanding environments.

Gate Driver Feature Summary

• Automotive-grade reliability for harsh operating conditions
• High-side configuration supporting floating outputs
• Integrated bootstrap diode functionality
• Inverting logic interface for control compatibility

Gate Driver Applications

• Electric Power Steering (EPS) systems
• XC800 A-family automotive microcontroller interfaces
• Industrial motor control circuits
• Isolated switching stages in power electronics

Gate Driver Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the official Infineon datasheet to ensure correct packaging and temperature grade. Confirm that the procurement source provides valid traceability documentation required for automotive component integration. Cross-reference the part number with the latest revision history to avoid obsolete stock.

Gate Driver Selection Notes

Select this component when a robust high-side driver is required for automotive or industrial loads. Ensure the control signal polarity matches the inverting logic characteristic. Verify that the system's bootstrap circuit design accommodates the driver's current requirements and voltage isolation limits for safe operation.

Gate Driver Part Context

This device belongs to the IR201x series family of high-side drivers. It is specifically engineered for automotive applications, offering enhanced durability compared to standard industrial variants. The part integrates protection features typical of modern gate drivers while maintaining compatibility with standard microcontroller logic levels.

Gate Driver Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other automotive-qualified high-side drivers from the same manufacturer family, such as the IR2113 series variants, provided pinout and electrical specifications align. Always validate thermal performance and isolation ratings before swapping components.