A3967, Microstepping Driver with Translator
Description
The A3967 is a complete microstepping motor driver with builtin translator. It is designed to operate bipolar stepper motors in full-, half-, quarter-, and eighth-step modes, with output drive capability of 30 V and ±750 mA. The A3967 includes a fixed off-time current regulator that has the ability to operate in slow, fast, or mixed current-decay modes. This current-decay control scheme results in reduced audible motor noise, increased step accuracy, and reduced power dissipation. The translator is the key to the easy implementation of the A3967. By simply inputting one pulse on the STEP input the motor will take one step (full, half, quarter, or eighth depending on two logic inputs). There are no phase-sequence tables, highfrequency control lines, or complex interfaces to program. The A3967 interface is an ideal fit for applications where a complex µP is unavailable or over-burdened. Internal circuit protection includes thermal shutdown with hysteresis, under-voltage lockout (UVLO) and crossovercurrent protection. Special power-up sequencing is not required. The A3967 is supplied in a 24-pin SOIC, which is lead (Pb) free with 100% matte tin leadframe plating. Four pins are fused internally for enhanced thermal dissipation. The pins are at ground potential and need no insulation.
Features and Benefits
• ±750 mA, 30 V output rating
• Satlington® sink drivers
• Automatic current-decay mode detection/selection
• 3.0 to 5.5 V logic supply voltage range
• Mixed, fast, and slow current-decay modes
• Internal UVLO and thermal shutdown circuitry
• Crossover-current protection
