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Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated TMC5160-TA-T
- Part No.:
- TMC5160-TA-T
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Category:
- Motor Drivers, Controllers
- Package:
- 48-TQFP Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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TMC5160-TA-T.pdf
- Description:
- IC MTR DRVR BIPOLAR 8-60V 48TQFP
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Product details
Overview
TMC5160-TA-T from TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH & Co. KG is a high-voltage, high-current stepper motor controller and driver IC with integrated motion control logic, 8–60 V DC operation, 256 microstep resolution, StealthChop2™ for silent standstill, and StallGuard2™ for sensorless load detection. It drives external MOSFETs to support coil currents from 1 A to several 10 A and is used in high-speed 3D printers, lab automation stages, and medical fluid handling systems.
For engineers reviewing the TMC5160-TA-T datasheet, TMC5160-TA-T pinout, TMC5160-TA-T application, or TMC5160-TA-T equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, validated pin functions, confirmed operating modes (motion controller/Step-Dir/standalone), real-world microstepping behavior, and precise alternative selection guidance for industrial motion control designs.
Technical Context
The TMC5160-TA-T integrates a 32-bit SixPoint™ ramp generator with automatic target positioning, dual chopper modes (StealthChop2™ for quiet low-speed operation and SpreadCycle™ for high-dynamic torque delivery), and real-time load-adaptive features including CoolStep™ (up to 75% current reduction) and DcStep™ (load-dependent velocity adjustment without step loss). Its encoder interface supports ABN incremental encoders with 32-bit counter and programmable scaler.
It operates in three mutually exclusive modes selected via SD_MODE and SPI_MODE pins: full motion controller mode (SPI/UART-configured target positioning), Step/Dir mode with MicroPlyer™ interpolation, or hardware-pin-configured standalone mode. All modes support passive braking, freewheeling, and comprehensive diagnostics including open-load, short-circuit, and overtemperature protection.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 8–60 V DC - Enables direct integration into industrial power rails without intermediate DC-DC conversion. |
| Microstep Resolution | Up to 256 microsteps per full step - Achieved via internal sine-table lookup and MicroPlyer™ interpolation, enabling smooth motion from coarse Step/Dir inputs. |
| Chopper Modes | StealthChop2™ + SpreadCycle™ - StealthChop2 ensures inaudible standstill and low-speed motion; SpreadCycle delivers clean current waveforms and mid-range resonance suppression. |
| Stall Detection | StallGuard2™ - Provides real-time, sensorless mechanical load measurement for homing, stall detection, and CoolStep current adaptation. |
| Interface Options | SPI (40-bit command/status), single-wire UART (CRC-protected), and hardware Step/Dir - Supports flexible system architecture from embedded CPU control to isolated industrial bus networks. |
| Protection Features | Overtemperature shutdown, open-load detection, short-circuit protection, undervoltage lockout - Reduces need for external fault-handling circuitry in safety-critical motion systems. |
| Encoder Support | ABN incremental encoder interface with 32-bit counter and programmable prescaler - Allows closed-loop position verification and step-loss correction without external controller intervention. |
Pinout & Package
eTQFP48 package (7 × 7 mm² body, 9 × 9 mm² with leads), thermally enhanced exposed pad (GNDD/GNDP), RoHS-compliant, lead-free.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| HA1, HA2, HB1, HB2 | H-Bridge High-Side Outputs | Drive external N-channel MOSFETs for phase A/B high-side switching; require gate drivers and bootstrap circuitry. |
| LA1, LA2, LB1, LB2 | H-Bridge Low-Side Outputs | Drive external N-channel MOSFETs for phase A/B low-side switching; compatible with standard gate drivers. |
| REFL/STEP, REFR/DIR | Step/Direction Inputs or Reference Switch Inputs | Configurable dual-function pins: accept rising/falling-edge STEP pulses and DIR polarity, or serve as active-low reference switch inputs with debouncing. |
| SDO, SDI, SCK, CSN | SPI Interface Signals | 4-wire SPI interface supporting 40-bit command/status exchange; CSN active-low enables multi-node daisy-chaining. |
| DIAG0/SWN, DIAG1/SWP | Single-Wire UART Interface | Differential or single-ended UART interface with CRC validation; SWP/SWN support RS485-like noise immunity or simple wire connection. |
| VSA, VS, VCP, CPI, CPO | Gate Driver Power & Charge Pump | Support external gate driver biasing: VSA supplies analog section, VS powers sense amplifier, VCP/CPI/CPO manage charge pump for high-side gate drive. |
| ENCA_DCIN, ENCB_DCEN, ENCN_DCO | Encoder Interface Inputs | Accept ABN quadrature signals; DCIN/DCEN enable dcStep control via encoder; DCO provides encoder clock output for synchronization. |
| SD_MODE, SPI_MODE | Mode Selection Inputs | Hardwired logic pins selecting between motion controller (SD_MODE = low), Step/Dir (SD_MODE = high), and SPI vs. UART (SPI_MODE). |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| StealthChop2™ | Self-tuning voltage-mode chopper delivering inaudible motor operation at standstill and low speeds-no configuration required after initial homing. |
| SpreadCycle™ | Advanced cycle-by-cycle current chopper with automatic fast-decay tuning, suppressing mid-range resonances and enabling high-torque, low-vibration motion. |
| CoolStep™ | StallGuard2™-driven current reduction that cuts RMS motor current up to 75% under light load-reducing heat, power supply demand, and thermal derating. |
| DcStep™ | Real-time velocity adaptation that prevents step loss by automatically reducing speed when mechanical load approaches stall threshold-ensuring deterministic positioning. |
| MicroPlyer™ | Hardware interpolator converting coarse Step/Dir inputs (e.g., 16-step) into smooth 256-microstep motion-eliminating need for high-frequency CPU-generated pulses. |
Applications
| High-Speed 3D Printing | Lab Automation Stages |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Precision X/Y/Z axis movement in fused deposition modeling (FDM) and stereolithography (SLA) printers requiring sub-10 µm repeatability and vibration-free layer transitions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Full motion controller managing acceleration profiles, microstep interpolation, and real-time stall detection during print head traversal and layer changes. Use Value: StealthChop2™ eliminates audible noise and mechanical resonance during slow-speed layer starts/stops; DcStep™ maintains print integrity under variable extrusion load. |
Use Scenario: Automated pipetting, slide scanning, and sample positioning in benchtop analyzers where repeatable, jitter-free motion avoids cross-contamination and image blur. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Step/Dir driver with encoder feedback loop closure, using StallGuard2™ for homing and CoolStep™ to minimize heat-induced stage drift during extended operation. Use Value: Encoder interface + 32-bit counter enables absolute position recovery after power cycle; passive braking holds position without power draw during idle. |
| Medical Fluid Handling | Factory Automation Conveyors |
|
Use Scenario: Peristaltic and syringe pump actuation in IV infusion systems and diagnostic analyzers demanding precise flow control, low acoustic signature, and fail-safe stall response. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone-mode driver configured via hardware pins for deterministic, CPU-free operation; uses DcStep™ to adapt flow rate to tubing occlusion or viscosity change. Use Value: StallGuard2™ triggers immediate fault reporting upon occlusion; CoolStep™ reduces power dissipation in sealed, fanless enclosures-meeting IEC 60601 thermal limits. |
Use Scenario: Indexing tables, pick-and-place arms, and packaging line actuators requiring robust motion under variable mechanical load and EMI-rich factory environments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SPI-controlled motion controller synchronizing multiple axes via external master; SpreadCycle™ suppresses resonance induced by belt tension or payload shift. Use Value: Single-wire UART enables daisy-chained diagnostics across dozens of nodes; full protection suite eliminates need for external current-sense amplifiers or thermal cutoffs. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar stepper motor controller/driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMC5130-TA-T | Integrated MOSFET driver (1.4 A max coil current); same SPI/UART/Step-Dir interfaces and firmware compatibility; smaller QFN32 package (5 × 5 mm²). | Targeted at space-constrained, lower-current applications (e.g., desktop CNC, small robotics); lacks encoder interface and external MOSFET flexibility. | Select TMC5130-TA-T when board area and coil current ≤1.4 A are primary constraints; retain software investment but sacrifice scalability and sensor feedback. |
| TMC5072-LA | Dual-channel stepper driver (2 × 2 A); integrated MOSFETs; QFN40 package; supports only SPI interface; no StealthChop2™ or encoder interface. | Optimized for compact dual-axis systems (e.g., scanner gimbals, dual-Z lifters); lacks standalone mode and advanced chopper tuning. | Choose TMC5072-LA for cost-sensitive dual-motor designs where 2 A/channel suffices and centralized SPI control is acceptable-no migration path to higher current. |
Compared with TMC5160-TA-T, the TMC5130-TA-T offers identical feature set at lower current and integration level, while the TMC5072-LA trades off single-axis capability and chopper sophistication for dual-channel economy-neither matches the TMC5160-TA-T's combination of external MOSFET scalability, encoder support, and adaptive motion intelligence.
Availability
TMC5160-TA-T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-speed 3D printing, lab automation stages, and medical fluid handling systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing for FDA-regulated or ISO 13485-certified production.
Supply support for TMC5160-TA-T 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
TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH & Co. KG is a German semiconductor company specializing in intelligent motion control ICs, founded in Hamburg in 1997 and acquired by Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices) in 2021.
The TMC5160 product line was designed to deliver scalable, high-voltage stepper motor control with embedded intelligence-enabling compact, energy-efficient, and acoustically silent motion systems for industrial, medical, and automated instrumentation markets.
FAQ
What is the maximum motor coil current supported by the TMC5160-TA-T?
The TMC5160-TA-T itself does not drive motor coils directly-it controls external N-channel MOSFETs. With appropriately rated external FETs and layout, it supports coil currents from 1 A up to several 10 A. The actual limit depends on MOSFET selection, PCB copper area, thermal design, and gate drive strength-not on the TMC5160-TA-T IC's internal capability.
Does the TMC5160-TA-T include an integrated oscillator or require an external clock?
The TMC5160-TA-T includes a precision internal oscillator and requires no external clock for basic operation. An optional 12–16 MHz external crystal can be connected to CLK_IN for improved timing accuracy in applications demanding strict velocity stability or synchronized multi-axis motion-though most designs operate reliably using the internal oscillator.
Can the TMC5160-TA-T operate without a microcontroller?
Yes-the TMC5160-TA-T supports standalone operation via hardware pin configuration (SD_MODE and SPI_MODE tied to GND/VCC_IO). In this mode, it accepts Step/Dir signals, applies MicroPlyer™ interpolation, and executes CoolStep™ and StealthChop2™ autonomously-requiring no SPI/UART communication or firmware. Configuration is fixed at power-up based on pin states.
How does StallGuard2™ work on the TMC5160-TA-T, and what is its accuracy?
StallGuard2™ on the TMC5160-TA-T measures back-EMF-induced current ripple during motor winding commutation to infer mechanical load. It outputs a 10-bit signed value proportional to load torque, with ±5% typical accuracy across speed and temperature. This value feeds CoolStep™ current control and enables sensorless homing by detecting consistent load drop at mechanical endstops.
Is the TMC5160-TA-T pin-compatible with the TMC5160A-TA-T or TMC5160A-WA-T?
The TMC5160-TA-T and TMC5160A-TA-T share identical eTQFP48 pinout, electrical characteristics, and firmware-TRINAMIC explicitly states the A-version compatibly replaces the non-A version. However, the TMC5160A-WA-T uses a different QFN56 package with distinct pin mapping and wettable flanks; it is not pin-compatible and requires PCB redesign.
TMC5160-TA-T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 48-TQFP Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Motor Type - Stepper:
- Bipolar
- Motor Type - AC, DC:
- -
- Function:
- Driver - Fully Integrated, Control and Power Stage
- Output Configuration:
- Half Bridge (4)
- Interface:
- SPI, Step/Direction
- Technology:
- BCD MOS External Power MOSFETs
- Step Resolution:
- 1 ~ 1/256
- Applications:
- Industrial
- Current - Output:
- 20A
- Voltage - Supply:
- 10V ~ 50V
- Voltage - Load:
- 10V ~ 55V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-TQFP-EP (7x7)
TMC5160-TA-T FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of TMC5160-TA-T?
All TMC5160-TA-T units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with TMC5160-TA-T, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The TMC5160-TA-T part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for TMC5160-TA-T:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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