TC4426AEPA Microchip Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Microchip TC4426AEPA is a dual-channel inverting MOSFET gate driver IC capable of 1.5A peak current per channel, operating from 4.5V to 18V. It features Schmitt-trigger inputs for noise immunity and is housed in an 8-pin PDIP package, ideal for high-frequency power conversion and motor drive circuits.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TC4426AEPA Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.7888(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TC4426AEPA?
- Dual-channel inverting gate driver with 1.5A peak output current per channel
- Wide supply voltage range of 4.5V to 18V for flexible power rail compatibility
- Schmitt-trigger inputs with hysteresis for robust noise rejection
- Independent channels allow driving two MOSFETs simultaneously
- 8-pin PDIP-8 package for straightforward through-hole PCB assembly
- RoHS-compliant lead-free device (JESD-609 e3)
What is TC4426AEPA used for?
The TC4426AEPA is widely deployed in DC-DC converters, H-bridge motor drivers, and half-bridge power stages that require fast and reliable MOSFET gate control. Its dual-channel inverting topology also suits push-pull converter designs and synchronous rectification circuits in industrial power supplies and electric motor control modules.
What are the specifications of TC4426AEPA?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | PDIP-8 |
| Factory Lead Time | 11Weeks |
| YTEOL | 8 |
| High Side Driver | YES |
| Input Characteristics | SCHMITT TRIGGER |
| Interface IC Type | BUFFER OR INVERTER BASED MOSFET DRIVER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 2 |
| Output Characteristics | TOTEM-POLE |
| Output Peak Current Limit-Nom | 1.5A |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP8,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Supply Current-Max | 2mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 18V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage1-Max | 18V |
| Supply Voltage1-Min | 4.5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Turn-off Time | 0.085 µs |
| Turn-on Time | 0.085 µs |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Thailand |
Where can I find the TC4426AEPA datasheet?
TC4426AEPA Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Microchip
What are equivalent replacements for TC4426AEPA?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What peak drive current does each channel of the TC4426AEPA deliver for MOSFET gate charging?
Each channel of the TC4426AEPA can source and sink up to 1.5A of peak current, which is sufficient to drive MOSFET gates with input capacitances up to several nanofarads in under 50 ns, enabling switching frequencies of several hundred kHz in power converter designs.
Can the TC4426AEPA operate from a 12V rail in an automotive-adjacent industrial application?
Yes, the TC4426AEPA is rated for a supply voltage range of 4.5V to 18V, so a 12V rail is well within specification. The device's temperature range of -40°C to +125°C also makes it suitable for industrial environments with elevated ambient temperatures.
How does the inverting logic of the TC4426AEPA affect its use in half-bridge driver circuits?
In the TC4426AEPA each channel inverts its input, meaning a logic-high input pulls the gate output low and vice versa. For a half-bridge, this means the two complementary gate signals for the high-side and low-side MOSFETs require matching logic inversion in the PWM controller, which adds one signal inversion step but reduces dead-time complexity in certain topologies.
Does the 8-pin PDIP-8 package of the TC4426AEPA support standard IC sockets for field replacement?
Yes. The PDIP-8 package has 8 pins on a standard 2.54 mm pitch, compatible with widely available 8-pin DIP sockets. This makes the TC4426AEPA easy to replace in field-serviceable industrial control boards without soldering, which is useful during maintenance or failure analysis.
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