The MC33816AE is a high-performance SMARTMOS gate driver IC engineered for precision solenoid control in demanding automotive, industrial, and powertrain systems. Offers five high-side plus seven low-side external MOSFET pre-drivers with individually selectable four-tier slew-rate control, ensuring fine-tuned switching and minimal electromagnetic interference.
Unique Features and Benefits
- Battery Range & PWM: Supports a wide VBATT range (5 V to 32 V) and pre-drive voltages up to 72 V, enabling robust performance in 12 V and 24 V environments. Capable of up to 100 kHz PWM (30 nC) for high-speed switching.
- Diagnostics & Protection: Integrated VDS and VSRC monitoring, current sensing, over- and under-voltage safeguards, two internal voltage regulators, temperature monitoring, and SPI-based diagnostics ensure intelligent fault detection and system safety.
- Control Architecture: Four independent microcores equipped with Code RAM and Data RAM, along with encrypted microcode, safeguard functionality and intellectual property.
Application Potential of the Product
- Crafted for automotive powertrain, engine control systems, transmission, and direct-injection solenoid tasks.
- Benefits include high-speed PWM control, built-in diagnostics, slew-rate flexibility, and encrypted firmware, which enhance system integrity and minimize the need for external components.