DRV8833PWP

Introduction to DRV8833PWP
- TI DRV8833PWP is a dual H-bridge motor driver in a compact PWP package. It contains two DMOS FET bridges that can bidirectionally drive two brushed DC motors (or a bipolar stepper) from a single supply.
- Control: two logic inputs per bridge with optional PWM for speed; supports braking and coast modes via input patterns.
- Features: built-in current regulation with sense feedback, and protections such as undervoltage, overcurrent, and thermal shutdown to protect both the motor and IC.
- Power: designed for low-to-medium power motors; typical continuous current per bridge is in the ~1 A range (with higher peak capability), suitable for hobby robotics and small automation.
- Packaging and use: available in a small PWP package for easy surface-mount mounting; no external driver transistors required.
- Applications: robotics, hobby motors, small printers, and other two-motor or bipolar-stepper control scenarios.
Note: consult the DRV8833PWP datasheet for exact electrical limits, pinout, and recommended operating conditions.

Equivalent products to DRV8833PWP (dual brushed DC motor driver):
- TB6612FNG (Toshiba)
- L298N (STMicroelectronics)
- A4988 (Allegro Microsystems)
- DRV8825 (Texas Instruments)
- L9110S (small dual H-bridge)
Note: these are functionally similar dual-H-bridge/stepper-driver devices; pinouts and voltage/current specs may differ, so verify compatibility for your design.

Concise features of DRV8833PWP:
- Dual H-bridge driver for two DC motors or one stepper motor
- Wide supply range (suitable for low-voltage apps)
- Efficient DMOS outputs with current regulation
- Adjustable current limit via VREF (cycle-by-cycle current chopping)
- Control via four logic inputs (IN1/IN2 for channel A, IN3/IN4 for channel B); supports PWM for speed control
- Brake and coast operation through input states
- Protection: undervoltage lockout, overcurrent/short-circuit protection, thermal shutdown
- Fault and sleep features: diagnostic nFAULT output and nSLEEP input for low-power mode
- Small, easy-to-use package (PWP)
Optional: designed for compact, cost-effective motor control in hobbyist and embedded projects.

- Pin count: 16 pins (PWP package).
- Function: Dual H-bridge motor driver for brushed DC motors with current regulation. Two bridges are controlled by IN1/IN2 (channel A) and IN3/IN4 (channel B); supports a sleep/shutdown control and a fault/status output; power pins include VM (motor supply) and VCC (logic supply) with common GND. Also provides current-limit/current-sense features via the IS/RSENSE path.

- Manufacturer: Texas Instruments (TI)
- What kind of company: An American multinational technology company that designs and manufactures semiconductors and integrated circuits (analog, embedded processing, and other ICs), a leading global chipmaker.

Applications of DRV8833PWP:
- Dual H-bridge driver for two DC brushed motors or one bipolar stepper motor
- Small robotics and hobby platforms (mobiles, pan/tilt, actuators, grippers)
- Printers, plotters, CNC axis drives and other position-control applications
- Small appliances, toys, and consumer electronics needing compact, protected motor control (short-circuit, overcurrent, thermal, undervoltage protection)

PowerPAD package: HTSSOP-16 (exposed pad).