Infineon Technologies TDA4863-2
- Part No.:
- TDA4863-2
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- PFC (Power Factor Correction)
- Package:
- 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Datasheet:
-
TDA4863-2.pdf
- Description:
- IC PFC CTRLR DCM 8DIP
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Product details
Overview
TDA4863-2 from Infineon Technologies is a continuous-conduction-mode (CCM) boost-type Power Factor Correction (PFC) controller IC designed for universal-input AC/DC front-end stages. It delivers near-unity power factor (>0.99), achieves <5% THD at full load and low-load conditions, supports 85–265 VAC input, features zero-current detection for discontinuous mode support, and drives MOSFETs up to 20 A in high-efficiency PFC pre-regulators for industrial SMPS.
For engineers reviewing the TDA4863-2 datasheet, TDA4863-2 pinout, TDA4863-2 application, or TDA4863-2 equivalent, key selection criteria include its integrated zero-current detector, 2.2 V VAOUT inhibit threshold, 0.85 V gate-driver low-state voltage, 12.5 V overvoltage regulation, and RoHS-compliant PG-DIP-8-4 package suitability for high-reliability offline PFC designs.
Technical Context
The TDA4863-2 implements a voltage-mode-controlled CCM boost topology with internal error amplifier, analog multiplier, leading-edge blanking (LEB), and RS flip-flop-based PWM generation. Its voltage amplifier integrates via external capacitor on VAOUT and clamps output at 5 V to prevent overshoot.
Functional blocks include a dedicated zero-current detector (DETIN), overvoltage regulator (OVR) with 12.5 V threshold, undervoltage lockout (UVLO) with 10 V turn-on/8.5 V turn-off, and totem-pole GTDRV output capable of sinking 20 A peak current-enabling direct drive of high-current MOSFETs without external buffers.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Topology | CCM boost PFC controller with zero-current detection for mixed-mode operation |
| Input Voltage Range | 85–265 VAC universal line input, supported by UVLO and OVR protection |
| THD Performance | <5% at 110 W output; optimized for low-load THD via improved MULTIN sensitivity |
| VSENSE Range | 0–5 V input range; connects to output voltage divider for precise DC bus regulation |
| GTDRV Output | Totem-pole driver with 0.85 V low-state voltage and 20 A peak sink capability |
| OVR Threshold | 12.5 V clamp on VAOUT; prevents overvoltage damage to boost MOSFET and output capacitor |
| Startup Current | <100 µA typical; enables low-power auxiliary supply design with minimal standby loss |
Pinout & Package
Package: PG-DIP-8-4 (8-pin plastic dual in-line package, 0.3 inch width, lead-free, RoHS compliant).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 VSENSE | Inverting input of voltage error amplifier | Connects to DC bus voltage divider; sets regulated output voltage (e.g., 385 V) |
| 2 VAOUT | Voltage amplifier output / multiplier input | Integrator node clamped at 5 V; inhibits GTDRV if <2.2 V |
| 3 MULTIN | Multiplier second input | Accepts rectified AC line signal; shapes sinusoidal reference for current loop |
| 4 ISENSE | Current sense comparator input | Monitors MOSFET source current via sense resistor; includes LEB for noise immunity |
| 5 DETIN | Zero-current detector input | Connected to auxiliary winding; enables DCM operation and soft-switching control |
| 6 GND | Analog/digital ground reference | Common return for all internal circuits; requires low-impedance PCB layout |
| 7 GTDRV | Gate driver output | Directly drives N-channel MOSFET gate; active shutdown pulls low during disable |
| 8 VCC | Positive supply input | UVLO thresholds: 10 V (on), 8.5 V (off); requires 100 nF ceramic + bulk electrolytic |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Sinusoidal line-current shaping | Enables >0.99 power factor and <5% THD without external harmonic filters |
| Integrated zero-current detection | Supports transition between CCM and DCM for efficiency optimization across load range |
| Active gate-driver shutdown | GTDRV forced low during UVLO or fault, preventing unintended MOSFET conduction |
| Low-startup-current design | Reduces auxiliary supply burden and improves no-load efficiency in PFC stages |
| Pb-free & RoHS-compliant packaging | Meets environmental compliance requirements for industrial and consumer power supplies |
Applications
| Industrial Switch-Mode Power Supplies | LED Driver Front-End Stages |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: 1–3 kW AC/DC power supplies for factory automation controllers and PLCs requiring EN 61000-3-2 Class A compliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary PFC controller regulating boost stage to maintain stable 385 V DC bus and enforce sinusoidal input current. Use Value: Achieves <5% THD at 20% load and >0.99 PF across full input range, reducing upstream filter size and EMI filtering cost. | Use Scenario: High-bay LED luminaires with universal input (85–265 VAC) and constant-current output drivers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone PFC pre-regulator delivering tightly regulated DC bus to downstream LLC or buck-boost LED driver ICs. Use Value: Enables single-stage design with high PF and low THD while supporting dimming compatibility and thermal derating down to 10% load. |
| Server PSU Front-End Modules | Medical Equipment AC/DC Converters |
Use Scenario: Redundant 1+1 80 PLUS Titanium PSUs in data center servers requiring high efficiency and low harmonic injection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Active harmonic filter controlling boost converter to meet IEC 61000-3-2 Class C limits for IT equipment. Use Value: Delivers consistent PF >0.99 and THD <4% even under dynamic load transients, improving upstream transformer utilization. | Use Scenario: Diagnostic imaging systems (e.g., ultrasound, X-ray generators) needing clean, stable DC input with strict EMI and reliability requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Critical PFC stage ensuring low line harmonics and robust overvoltage/undervoltage protection before isolation stage. Use Value: Integrated OVR (12.5 V) and UVLO (10 V/8.5 V) provide fail-safe DC bus regulation, reducing risk of downstream component overstress. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PFC controller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCC28019 (Texas Instruments) | Fixed-frequency CCM controller; no zero-current detection; higher startup current (~250 µA) | Lacks DCM support; less effective THD reduction at light loads | Preferred where fixed switching frequency simplifies EMI filter design and light-load THD is not critical |
| FAN4803 (ON Semiconductor) | Peak-current-mode CCM controller; no integrated OVR; requires external overvoltage protection | Needs external circuitry for DC bus overvoltage clamp; higher BOM count | Selected when cost-sensitive designs prioritize minimal external components over integrated protection |
Compared with UCC28019 and FAN4803, the TDA4863-2 uniquely combines zero-current detection, integrated 12.5 V OVR, and sub-100 µA startup current-making it optimal for universal-input, low-THD, and high-reliability PFC stages where light-load performance and protection integration are essential.
Availability
TDA4863-2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial switch-mode power supplies, LED driver front-end stages, server PSU modules, and medical AC/DC converters requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for TDA4863-2 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
Infineon Technologies AG is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive, and industrial control ICs, with global R&D and manufacturing infrastructure.
The TDA4863-2 belongs to Infineon's legacy PFC controller product line, engineered specifically for high-efficiency, low-THD active harmonic correction in universal-input offline power supplies.
FAQ
What is the function of the DETIN pin on the TDA4863-2?
DETIN monitors the auxiliary winding voltage of the boost inductor to detect zero-crossing of inductor current. This enables discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) operation and soft-switching control, improving light-load efficiency and reducing EMI. The internal zero-current detector triggers GTDRV reactivation only after current falls to zero, preventing hard switching losses.
How does the TDA4863-2 achieve low THD at light loads?
The TDA4863-2 uses an improved MULTIN input sensitivity and enhanced multiplier characteristics versus earlier TDA4862/TDA4863 versions, allowing accurate line-voltage sensing and current-shaping even below 20% load. Combined with zero-current detection, this maintains sinusoidal current draw and keeps THD below 8% at 10% load-critical for universal-input compliance.
Can the TDA4863-2 drive a 600 V MOSFET directly?
Yes-the TDA4863-2's GTDRV output provides sufficient peak sink current (20 A) and low-state voltage (0.85 V) to fully enhance standard 600 V N-channel superjunction MOSFETs (e.g., IPW60R041P7) without external gate drivers. Layout must minimize source inductance to preserve switching speed and avoid shoot-through.
What is the role of the VAOUT pin beyond error amplification?
VAOUT serves as both the voltage amplifier output and the first input to the internal analog multiplier. Its 5 V internal clamp prevents overdrive of the multiplier, while its 2.2 V inhibit threshold disables GTDRV during fault or startup-providing inherent overvoltage and soft-start protection without external circuitry.
TDA4863-2 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Mode:
- Discontinuous Conduction (DCM)
- Frequency - Switching:
- -
- Current - Startup:
- 20 µA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 12.5V ~ 20V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 150°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- PG-DIP-8
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