Texas Instruments DRV3245BQPHPRQ1
- Part No.:
- DRV3245BQPHPRQ1
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Motor Drivers, Controllers
- Package:
- 48-PowerTQFP
- Datasheet:
-
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1.pdf
- Description:
- IC MOTOR DRIVER 4.5V-45V 48HTQFP
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Product details
Overview
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 from Texas Instruments is an AEC-Q100 Grade 1 automotive 3-phase gate driver IC for motor control, featuring 4.5–45 V operation, programmable 1-A peak gate drive current, charge-pump support for 100% duty cycle, and dual current-shunt amplifiers with real-time digital monitoring. It serves as a functional-safety-compliant gate driver unit (GDU) in EPS and brake assist systems.
For engineers reviewing the DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 datasheet, DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 pinout, DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 application, or DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 equivalent, this device delivers ASIL D–capable diagnostics, 3-/6-PWM input support up to 20 kHz, integrated MOSFET protection (shoot-through prevention, VDS overcurrent, real-time VGS monitor), and thermal shutdown - all in a thermally enhanced 48-pin HTQFP package.
Technical Context
The DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 implements three independent half-bridge drivers with high-side/low-side N-channel MOSFET control logic, enabled by an internal charge-pump regulator that sustains gate drive during cold-crank battery conditions. Its integrated dual current-shunt amplifiers feed phase comparators with real-time status output via dedicated digital pins - not SPI - distinguishing it from the A/C/S variants.
Functional safety architecture includes systematic ASIL D capability, SPI CRC, clock monitor, analog built-in self-test, programmable dead-time control, and overtemperature warning/shutdown. Protection features are implemented at both gate-driver and power-stage levels, including MOSFET shoot-through prevention and VDS overcurrent detection per phase.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 4.5 V to 45 V - supports full automotive battery range including cold-crank (≤6 V) and load-dump transients. |
| Peak Gate Drive Current | Programmable up to 1 A - enables fast switching of high-Qg automotive MOSFETs while minimizing Miller plateau time. |
| Current Sensing | 2 integrated current-shunt amplifiers - provides real-time analog sensing for two motor phases with digital comparator outputs. |
| PWM Input Mode | 3-PWM or 6-PWM support up to 20 kHz - compatible with standard MCU-based motor commutation schemes. |
| Digital Interface | 3.3-V and 5-V tolerant logic inputs - eliminates level-shifting requirements in mixed-voltage automotive ECUs. |
| Functional Safety | ISO 26262 ASIL D systematic capability - includes SPI CRC, clock monitor, and diagnostic reporting via nFAULT pin. |
| Thermal Rating | −40°C to +125°C ambient (Grade 1) - qualified per AEC-Q100 for under-hood EPS and brake control modules. |
Pinout & Package
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 is housed in a thermally enhanced 48-pin HTQFP (PHP) package with 7.0 mm × 7.0 mm body size, 0.5 mm pitch, and exposed PowerPAD for PCB-level thermal management. The package complies with JEDEC MS-026 and is rated MSL Level-3 (260°C, 168 hr).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD | Primary supply input | 4.5–45 V input powering gate drivers, logic, and internal regulators; requires local bulk and ceramic decoupling. |
| VDDIO | Digital I/O supply | 3.3-V or 5-V supply for PWM, SPI, and diagnostic pins; independent of VDD for robust interface operation. |
| HINx / LINx (x=1–3) | PWM input terminals | Three pairs accepting 3-PWM or 6-PWM logic signals; edge-triggered with internal Schmitt triggers and noise filtering. |
| HOx / LOx (x=1–3) | High-side/low-side gate outputs | Direct-drive outputs for external N-channel MOSFET gates; each pair supports independent dead-time insertion. |
| CSA_P / CSA_N (x=1–2) | Current-shunt amplifier inputs | Differential inputs for two shunt resistors; configured for bidirectional current sensing in two motor phases. |
| COMP_OUTx (x=1–3) | Phase comparator digital outputs | Real-time open-drain outputs indicating phase current polarity/comparison result - no SPI dependency. |
| nFAULT | Fault reporting terminal | Active-low, open-drain output signaling overtemperature, VDS overcurrent, shoot-through, or internal regulator fault. |
| PGND / AGND | Power/Analog ground planes | Separate ground pins minimize noise coupling between high-current gate paths and precision analog sensing circuits. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Charge-pump gate driver | Enables 100% high-side duty cycle without external bootstrap components - critical for low-speed, high-torque EPS operation. |
| Dual real-time current monitors | Two integrated shunt amplifiers with dedicated digital comparator outputs eliminate need for external op-amps or ADC polling. |
| Programmable dead-time control | Configurable via SPI to prevent shoot-through across all three half-bridges - adjustable per phase for asymmetrical FET timing. |
| MOSFET VDS overcurrent detection | Per-phase voltage monitoring during switching transitions - detects short-circuit faults before thermal damage occurs. |
| Integrated analog BIST | On-chip self-test verifies amplifier gain, comparator thresholds, and internal reference stability - reduces system-level test coverage burden. |
Applications
| Electrical Power Steering (EPS) | Brake Assist Systems |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: High-reliability 3-phase BLDC motor control in column-assist or rack-assist EPS modules operating under extreme temperature and vibration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Gate driver unit (GDU) delivering synchronized high/low-side gate signals with real-time current feedback and ASIL D–compliant fault reporting. Use Value: Eliminates external current-sense amplifiers and discrete protection logic, reducing BOM count by ≥7 components while enabling cold-crank operation down to 4.5 V. |
Use Scenario: Compact, fail-safe motor actuation in electro-hydraulic brake (EHB) or electronic parking brake (EPB) control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Functional-safety gate driver providing phase-commutated gate drive with integrated VDS overcurrent detection and thermal shutdown. Use Value: Reduces diagnostic latency via dedicated COMP_OUT pins and nFAULT assertion within <1 µs of fault detection - meeting ISO 26262 response time requirements. |
| Transmission Valve Control | Electric Coolant Pumps |
|
Use Scenario: Precise torque-controlled actuation of solenoid valves or small BLDC pumps in automatic transmission hydraulic control modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-latency 3-PWM gate driver with programmable dead time and dual-shunt sensing for closed-loop current regulation. Use Value: Enables <500 ns dead-time resolution and ±1% current-sense accuracy - supporting smooth, jitter-free valve positioning at 10–20 kHz PWM frequencies. |
Use Scenario: High-efficiency coolant circulation in electric vehicle thermal management systems requiring continuous-duty operation at elevated temperatures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Robust gate driver with charge-pump support for 100% duty cycle and integrated overtemperature warning for pump motor control. Use Value: Sustains gate drive during extended low-speed operation without bootstrap capacitor recharge limitations - improving pump reliability at idle and low-RPM conditions. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 3-phase gate driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| DRV3245AQPHPRQ1 | Features 3 current-shunt amplifiers and SPI-based status reporting (not real-time digital outputs); identical package and voltage range. | Suited for systems where all three phase currents require high-precision sensing and centralized SPI polling is acceptable. | Select when full 3-phase current monitoring with configurable gain/offset is required, and MCU bandwidth permits SPI readback. |
| DRV3245CQPHPRQ1 | Includes 3 high-precision, low-drift shunt amplifiers (vs. 2 standard amplifiers in B variant); same real-time digital comparator outputs. | Targeted at high-accuracy torque control in premium EPS or active suspension where phase current matching is critical. | Choose when <0.5% gain error and <50 µV offset drift over temperature are mandatory for sensor fusion algorithms. |
Compared with DRV3245AQPHPRQ1 and DRV3245CQPHPRQ1, the DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 uniquely balances cost and performance by providing real-time digital phase comparator outputs for two phases while omitting the third shunt amplifier - optimizing BOM and layout for mid-tier EPS and brake assist designs where full 3-phase sensing is not required.
Availability
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for electrical power steering (EPS), brake assist, transmission valve control, and electric coolant pump applications requiring stable component supply, automotive qualification, and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company specializing in analog, embedded processing, and automotive-grade ICs, with leadership in motor control and functional safety solutions.
The DRV3245Q-Q1 product line was designed specifically for ISO 26262–compliant automotive motor drives - integrating gate driving, current sensing, protection, and diagnostics into a single AEC-Q100–qualified package for EPS, braking, and thermal management systems.
FAQ
What is the key functional difference between DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 and DRV3245AQPHPRQ1?
The DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 integrates two current-shunt amplifiers with real-time digital comparator outputs on dedicated pins, whereas the DRV3245AQPHPRQ1 provides three current-shunt amplifiers with status reporting exclusively via SPI. Both share identical gate drive capability, protection features, and HTQFP-48 packaging. This makes the B variant optimal for dual-phase sensing with minimal MCU overhead, while the A variant suits full 3-phase SPI-managed monitoring.
Does DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 support 100% duty cycle operation, and how is it achieved?
Yes, DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 supports 100% high-side duty cycle using an integrated charge-pump circuit that maintains gate voltage above threshold even during sustained low-input-voltage conditions such as automotive cold-crank (down to 4.5 V). This eliminates reliance on external bootstrap capacitors and ensures reliable gate drive in EPS and brake assist applications requiring continuous torque output at zero speed.
What protection features are implemented in DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 to ensure safe motor operation?
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 includes MOSFET shoot-through prevention via hardware-enforced dead-time, per-phase VDS overcurrent monitoring, real-time gate-source voltage (VGS) monitoring, internal regulator fault detection, battery voltage monitoring, clock monitor, analog built-in self-test, and overtemperature warning with thermal shutdown. All protections feed into the nFAULT pin for immediate system-level response.
Can DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 be used with both 3.3-V and 5-V microcontrollers?
Yes, DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 supports both 3.3-V and 5-V digital interfaces through its dedicated VDDIO supply pin. PWM inputs (HIN/LIN), SPI lines, and digital comparator outputs (COMP_OUT) are fully tolerant of either logic level, enabling direct connection to common automotive MCUs without external level shifters - simplifying design and improving signal integrity.
How does DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 meet ASIL D requirements for functional safety?
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 achieves systematic ASIL D capability per ISO 26262 through redundant internal monitors (clock, SPI CRC, analog BIST), fault-reporting architecture (nFAULT pin with diagnostic coverage >90%), documented safety analysis (FMEDA, FTA), and safety manual support. It enables end-system compliance when integrated into a properly architected safety manager - confirmed by TI's functional safety documentation package for DRV3245Q-Q1.
DRV3245BQPHPRQ1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 48-PowerTQFP
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Motor Type - Stepper:
- -
- Motor Type - AC, DC:
- Brushless DC (BLDC)
- Function:
- Driver
- Output Configuration:
- Half Bridge (3)
- Interface:
- SPI
- Technology:
- NMOS
- Step Resolution:
- -
- Applications:
- -
- Current - Output:
- 1A
- Voltage - Supply:
- 4.5V ~ 45V
- Voltage - Load:
- 4.5V ~ 45V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-HTQFP (7x7)
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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