Microchip Technology, Inc. Power Distribution Switches, Load Drivers MIC5842BN

The MIC5842BN is an 8-bit serial-input latched driver designed for various peripheral power driver applications. It features a minimum output breakdown voltage rating of 80V and can operate with a split supply down to -20V. The device is capable of delivering up to 500mA output current, making it suitable for driving inductive loads such as lamps, relays, and solenoids. Utilizing BiCMOS technology, the MIC5842BN includes an eight-bit CMOS shift register, control circuitry, and bipolar current-sink Darlington output drivers. It supports a data-input rate of 3.3 MHz and is compatible with CMOS, PMOS, NMOS, and TTL logic levels. The device also incorporates internal pull-up/pull-down resistors and output transient-protection diodes, enhancing its reliability in various applications. The operating temperature range for the MIC5842BN is -40¬?C to +85¬?C, and it is available in an 18-pin plastic DIP package. This product is ideal for engineers looking for a robust and versatile driver solution for high-voltage applications.