MC33816MAE

Power Management - Specialized Overview

The MC33816MAE is a SMARTMOS programmable gate driver IC designed for precision solenoid control applications. It integrates five external MOSFET high-side pre-drivers and seven external MOSFET low-side pre-drivers, providing twelve driver channels in total. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75 V to 5.25 V and supports surface mount installation in an LQFP 64 package. It features rise and fall times of 25 ns, with maximum on/off delays of 60 ns. The component functions reliably across a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C.

Power Management - Specialized Feature Summary

• Integrates five high-side and seven low-side pre-drivers for comprehensive solenoid management
• Utilizes SMARTMOS technology for precise programmable gate driving
• Supports external MOSFET configurations for flexible power stage design

Power Management - Specialized Applications

• Precision solenoid control systems
• Motorcycle Engine Control Units (ECU)
• Small engine control modules

Power Management - Specialized Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix MAE against the official NXP datasheet to confirm pinout and electrical characteristics match your design requirements. Ensure compatibility with the target application's voltage and thermal constraints before finalizing procurement decisions.

Power Management - Specialized Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring multiple independent solenoid drivers with precise timing control. Consider the LQFP 64 package size and the need for external MOSFETs when evaluating board space and bill of materials costs relative to integrated switch solutions.

Power Management - Specialized Part Context

The MC33816 belongs to NXP’s portfolio of analog and mixed-signal companion ICs for automotive microcontrollers. It complements MCU families like the KEA and S32K by handling high-current switching tasks, enabling robust engine control architectures for two-cylinder small engines and motorcycle ECUs.

Power Management - Specialized Replacement Considerations

Check NXP documentation for direct pin-to-pin replacements or functional equivalents within the MC338xx series. Verify that any substitute maintains the same pre-driver configuration and SMARTMOS capabilities for seamless integration.