BRD1160C-TL

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Overview

The BRD1160C-TL is a high-voltage, self-powered half-bridge motor driver from the BridgeSwitch family by Power Integrations. It integrates two N-channel FREDFETs with low and high-side drivers in an InSOP-24 package. The device supports up to 600V bus voltage and delivers a peak output current of 5.5A. It operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +150°C TJ. Key features include cycle-by-cycle current limit, thermal overload protection, DC bus sensing, and a single-wire status interface for system monitoring.

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Feature Summary

• Integrates two high-voltage N-channel power FREDFETs with self-supplied low and high-side drivers
• Provides instantaneous phase current output signal to simplify sensorless control schemes
• Includes internal fault protection such as cycle-by-cycle current limit and two-level thermal overload protection
• Features external system level monitoring including DC bus sensing and bi-directional bussed single wire status interface

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Applications

• High-voltage inverter driven single-phase PM motor drives
• High-voltage inverter driven multi-phase BLDC motor drives
• Hard switched inverter drives requiring ultra-soft and ultrafast diodes

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix TL indicates tape and reel packaging configuration. Confirm RoHS compliance status through official datasheets or environmental files. Check for moisture sensitivity classification prior to storage and handling. Ensure the ordering part number matches the required package type InSOP-24. Validate availability and lead times directly with authorized distributors as stock levels fluctuate.

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component for designs requiring integrated high-voltage half-bridge driving without external auxiliary power supplies. The self-powered architecture reduces bill of materials complexity. Consider the 5.5A peak current capability for appropriate motor sizing. Utilize the built-in fault protection to enhance system reliability. The compact surface mount package facilitates heat sinking through the PCB.

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Part Context

This part belongs to the BridgeSwitch family, which simplifies development of high-voltage motor drives. It combines power switching and control logic in a single small-outline package. The integration eliminates the need for separate gate drivers and bootstrap circuits. This approach accelerates design cycles for single or three-phase inverter applications.

Full Half-Bridge (H Bridge) Drivers Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same family include BRD1163C-TL, BRD1165C-TL, and BRD1265C-TL. These variants share similar packaging and core functionality but differ in current ratings and specific feature sets. Verify pin compatibility and electrical parameters before substitution.