Littelfuse, Inc., a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company, has announced the release of the IXD0579M high-speed gate driver IC.
Suitable for a wide range of power electronics applications, including electric vehicle (EV) subsystems, the IXD0579M simplifies board design, saves space, and offers a reliable, multiple-source alternative for driving N-channel MOSFETs or IGBTs in half-bridge configurations.
Designed to operate across a wide 6.5 to 18 V supply range, the IXD0579M integrates a bootstrap diode and a series current limit resistor into a single compact 3×3 mm² TDFN-10 package.
Typically, these components require a discrete placement. This integration reduces BOM count and cost while enabling a more straightforward PCB layout.
Features
- High-drive capability: 1.5 A source and 2.5 A sink output drive current
- Wide supply voltage range: Operates from 6.5 to 18 V with UVLO protection
- Integrated bootstrap circuitry: On-chip bootstrap diode and resistor simplify design
- Logic level compatibility: Interfaces directly with TTL and CMOS levels (down to 3.3 V)
- Cross-conduction protection: Prevents simultaneous high-side and low-side conduction
- Ultra-low standby current: Less than 1 µA standby mode for energy efficiency
- Thermal reliability: Operates from −40° to +125° C
The IXD0579M is the first Littelfuse gate driver to feature both an integrated bootstrap diode and current limit resistor, expanding the company’s growing portfolio of power control solutions. As the eleventh high-side/low-side driver released by Littelfuse, it strengthens the company’s position in serving markets that require high performance and secure sourcing.
Applications
Engineered for high-frequency switching, the IXD0579M is ideal for:
- Brushless dc (BLDC) motor drives
- Battery-powered hand tools
- Dc-dc converters and power supplies
- EV subsystems and general industrial equipment
Its compact footprint and robust performance make it well-suited for space-constrained designs and high-efficiency power stages.
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