Analog Devices has unveiled the TMC9660, a cutting-edge monolithic gate driver and motor controller IC designed for high-performance applications. Featuring an integrated buck converter, field-oriented control (FOC), and advanced servo control, this compact solution caters to the precise needs of modern robotics, power tools, and electric vehicles.
The TMC9660 supports three-phase PMSM/BLDC, two-phase stepper, and brushed DC motors, offering a versatile operating voltage range of 7.7 V to 70 V. Its hardware-based FOC ensures fast and accurate current control, while the built-in ramp generator, position feedback interfaces, and Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation (SVPWM) engine provide robust motion control capabilities.
Highlights of the TMC9660 include:
- Smart gate driver with adjustable strength up to 1A/2A source/sink.
- Feedback position sensor support (Hall, A/B/N, SPI).
- Integrated 5.8V/600mA buck converter and configurable LDOs.
- Onboard 32-bit microcontroller with SPI/UART interfaces for seamless communication and configuration.
Applications of TMC9660
- Robotics
- Power Tools
- Gardening
- Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV)/Warehouse Automation
- Pump (e.g., Peristaltic)
- Industrial 3D Printing
- Factory Automation
- Desktop Manufacturing
- E-Bike/Light Electric Vehicles or LEV.
The TMC9660 delivers exceptional efficiency and performance in a compact 64-pin, 9mm x 9mm TQFN package. This highly integrated solution simplifies system design, enhances reliability, and accelerates time to market.
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