Datasheet

IN
EN NC
OUT
1 5
43
10µF0.1µF
V
IN
= 3.3V
10µF
MBR0520L
MBR0520L
1:2.2
10µF
3
1
D2
SN6501
D1
Vcc
5
2
GND
GND
4
V
OUT-REG
= 5V
TPS76350
2
GND
V
OUT
SN6501
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Transformer Driver for Isolated Power Supplies
Check for Samples: SN6501
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FEATURES
APPLICATIONS
Push-Pull Driver for Small Transformers Isolated Interface Power Supply for CAN, RS-
485, RS-422, RS-232, SPI, I2C, Low-Power LAN
Single 3.3 V or 5 V Supply
Industrial Automation
High Primary-side Current Drive:
Process Control
5 V Supply: 350 mA (max)
Medical Equipment
3.3 V Supply: 150 mA (max)
Low Ripple on Rectified Output Permits Small
Output Capacitors
Small 5-pin SOT23 Package
DESCRIPTION
The SN6501 is a monolithic oscillator/power-driver, specifically designed for small form factor, isolated power
supplies in isolated interface applications. It drives a low-profile, center-tapped transformer primary from a 3.3 V
or 5 V DC power supply. The secondary can be wound to provide any isolated voltage based on transformer
turns ratio.
The SN6501 consists of an oscillator followed by a gate drive circuit that provides the complementary output
signals to drive the ground referenced N-channel power switches. The internal logic ensures break-before-make
action between the two switches.
The SN6501 is available in a small SOT23-5 package, and is specified for operation at temperatures from 40°C
to 125°C.
Figure 1. Typical Operating Circuit
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