Consisting of eight npn Darlington output stages and the associated common-emitter input stages, these drivers are designed to
interface between low-level digital logic and vacuum fluorescent
displays. Both devices are capable of driving the digits and/or seg-
20
19
18
ments of these displays and are designed to permit all outputs to be
activated simultaneously. Pull-down resistors are incorporated into
each output and no external components are required for most fluorescent display applications.
Output Current, I
Allowable Package Power Dissipation,
P
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Graph
D
Operating Temperature Range,
T
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -20°C to +85°C
A
Storage Temperature Range,
T
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -55°C to +150°C
S
Caution: The high input impedance of these
devices makes them susceptible to static
discharge damage associated with handling and
testing. Techniques similar to those used for
handling MOS devices should be employed.
. . . . . . . . . . . . -40 mA
OUT
With any device, the output load is activated when the input is
pulled towards the positive supply (active ‘high’). The UDN6118A is
furnished in a standard 18-pin plastic DIP; the A6118SLW is in a 20lead wide-body SOIC. Both units operate over the temperature range
of -20°C to +85°C. These devices are also available for operation over
the temperature range of -40°C to +85°C by changing the part number
Q6118A or A6118ELW.
to UD
FEATURES
■ Digit or Segment Drivers
■ Low Input Current
■ Integral Output Pull-Down Resistors
■ High Output Breakdown Voltage
■ Single or Split Supply Operation
■ Automotive Capable
Always order by complete part number, e.g., UDN6118A .
The products described here are manufactured under one or more
U.S. patents or U.S. patents pending.
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 performance, reliability, or
manufacturability of its products. Before placing an order, the user is
cautioned to verify that the information being relied upon is current.
Allegro products are not authorized for use as critical components
in life-support devices or systems without express written approval.
The information included herein is believed to be accurate and
reliable. However, Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for its use; nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of
third parties which may result from its use.
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VACUUM FLUORESCENT
DISPLAY DRIVER
HIGH-VOLTAGE (≥60 V) PERIPHERAL POWER
AND DISPLAY DRIVERS
IN ORDER OF 1) OUTPUT VOLTAGE, 2) OUTPUT CURRENT, 3) NUMBER OF DRIVERS
Output Ratings*Features
SerialLatchedDiodeSaturatedInternal
VmA#InputDriversClampOutputs ProtectionPart Number †