by UDN2596A and UDN2597A sink driver ICs. These devices can be
used as interface buffers between standard low-power digital logic
(particularly MOS) and high-power loads such as relays, solenoids,
stepping motors, and LED or incandescent displays. The eight saturated sink drivers in each device feature high-voltage, high-current
open-collector outputs. Transient suppression clamp diodes and a
minimum 35 V output sustaining voltage allow their use with many
inductive loads.
emitter voltage drops as well as improved turn-off times due to an
active pull-down function within the output predrive section. The
UDN2596A is for use with output loads to 500 mA while the
UDN2597A is for use with loads to 1 A. Adjacent outputs may be
paralleled for higher load currents.
AND
8-CHANNEL
SATURATED SINK DRIVERS
Low output-saturation voltages at high load currents are provided
The saturated (non-Darlington) NPN outputs provide low collector-
Data Sheet
29320.2B
Dwg. No. W-100
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
at T
= + 25°C
A
OutputVoltage,VCE................................ 50 V
Output Current, I
(UDN2596A) ............................ 500 mA
(UDN2597A) ................................ 1.0 A
Supply Voltage, V
Input Voltage, V
Package Power Dissipation,
Inputs require very low input current and are activated by a low
logic level consistent with the much greater sinking capability associated with NMOS, CMOS, and TTL logic. The UDN2596A and
UDN2597A are rated for use with 5 V logic levels.
Both devices are furnished in 20-pin DIP packages with copper
leadframes for improved thermal characteristics. The UDN2596A is
also available for operation between -40°C and +85°C. To order,
change the prefix from ‘UDN’ to ‘UDQ’.
FEATURES
■ Non-Inverting Function
■ Low Output ON Voltages
■ Up to 1.0 A Sink Capability
■ 50 V Min. Output Breakdown
■ Output Transient-Suppression
Diodes
■ Output Pull-Down for
Fast Turn-Off
■ TTL, CMOS Compatible Inputs
■ Automotive Capable
ONE OF EIGHT DRIVERS
Dwg. No. W-101
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2596
AND
2597
8-CHANNEL
SATURATED SINK DRIVERS
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS at T
CharacteristicsSymbolDevicesTest ConditionsMin.Max. Units
NOTES: 1. Exact body and lead configuration at vendor’s option within limits shown.
2. Lead spacing tolerance is non-cumulative.
3. Lead thickness is measured at seating plane or below.
3.81
2.93
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. reserves the
right to make, from time to time, such
departures from the detail specifications as may
be required to permit improvements in the
design of its products.
The information included herein is believed
to be accurate and reliable. However, Allegro
MicroSystems, Inc. assumes no responsibility
for its use; nor for any infringements of patents
or other rights of third parties which may result
from its use.
Dwg. MA-001-20 mm
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2596
AND
2597
8-CHANNEL
SATURATED SINK DRIVERS
POWER SINK DRIVERS
SELECTION GUIDE
IN ORDER OF 1) OUTPUT CURRENT, 2) OUTPUT VOLTAGE, 3) NUMBER OF DRIVERS