DIODES Incorporated PMIC - PMIC - Power Distribution Switches, Load Drivers - ULN2003V12T16-13 ULN2003V12T16-13

The ULN2003V12T16-13 is a multi-channel sink driver designed for driving inductive loads such as relays and stepping motors. It features seven low output impedance channels, allowing for efficient power dissipation, particularly when driving 12V relay coils, where it dissipates significantly less power compared to its predecessor, the ULN2003A. The device supports input logic levels from 3.3V to 5V, making it compatible with a variety of microcontrollers and logic interfaces. Each output includes an internal free-wheeling diode for inductive kick-back protection, enhancing reliability in noisy environments. The ULN2003V12T16-13 can handle up to 1.0A of load current when channels are paralleled, and it incorporates input pull-down resistors that facilitate tri-stating of the input driver. The device is available in a 16-pin TSSOP package and is fully RoHS compliant, making it suitable for environmentally conscious designs.