TIDA-00578 Reference Design

Texas Instruments

Laptop/Notebook Computer Fan Controller Reference Design

Description

This design uses a single-chip sensorless 3-phase brushless DC motor (BLDC) for driving fans quietly and smoothly. The 180 degree sinusoidal commutation sensorless algorithium is embedded inside of DRV10963: thus eliminating the need of software and firmware. DRV10963 is ideal for battery operated personal electronics & medical equipment due to low quiescent currents and low acoustics noise performance.

Features
  • Low quiescent current (15uA in sleep mode) ideal for DC battery operationLow acoustic noise is ideal for personal electronics and medical equipmentSensorless 180 deg sine motor control enabling 2dB noise reduction compared to alternative solutionsUser configurable: spin-up profile to easily operate different motors3-cm diameter PCB design mates with small footprint fan enclosureNo firmware or software needed
Applications
  • Desktop PC/motherboard
  • Remote power distribution automation
  • Programmable DC power supply
  • Chromebook & WOA
  • Standard notebook PC
Product Categories
  • Amplifiers

Parts

Part Number Name Companion Part
DRV10963 DRV10963 Buy Datasheet

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Schematic

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Other Documents

Title Updated Type Size (KB)
TIDA-00578 Gerber 04 Aug 2015 ZIP 719
TIDA-00578 CAD Files 04 Aug 2015 ZIP 118
TIDA-00578 PCB 04 Aug 2015 PDF 297
TIDA-00578 Fabrication Drawing 04 Aug 2015 PDF 211
TIDA-00578 Assembly Drawing 04 Aug 2015 PDF 20
TIDA-00578 BOM 04 Aug 2015 PDF 194
TIDA-00578 Schematic 04 Aug 2015 PDF 122