Fairchild FAN7380 Data Handbook
Summary
Designed for robust power electronics, this half-bridge gate driver IC controls MOSFETs and IGBTs operating up to +600V reliably in noisy environments. It features common-mode noise cancellation, integrated dead-time control, and UVLO protection for stable high-side driving. The manual provides comprehensive details on pin configurations, electrical ratings, functional block diagrams, and typical application circuits. This device is essential for power systems like fluorescent and compact lamp ballasts requiring high precision and low di/dt transient current management.
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FAN7380 Half-Bridge Gate Driver Features Description Floating Channel Designed for Bootstrapping The FAN7380 is a monolithic half-bridge gate drive IC for Operation to +600V MOSFETs and IGBTs, which operate up to +600V.
Typically 90m A/180m A Sourcing/Sinking Current Fairchild’s high-voltage process and common-mode Driving Capability for Both Channels noise canceling technique give stable operation of high- side driver under high-dv/dt noise circumstances. An
Common-Mode dv/dt Noise Canceling Circuit
advanced level-shift circuit allows high-side gate driver
Extended Allowable Negative VS Swing to -9.8V for
operation up to VS=-9.8V (typical) for VBS=15V. The
Signal Propagation at VCC=VBS=15V
input logic level is compatible with standard TTL-series
VCC & VBS Supply Range from 10V to 20V
logic gates. The internal shoot-through protection circuit
UVLO Functions for Both Channels
provides 100ns dead-time to prevent output switching
TTL-Compatible Input Logic Threshold Levels devices from both conduction during transition periods.
Matched Propagation Delay Below 50ns UVLO circuits for both channels prevent malfunction when VCC and VBS are lower than the specified
Built-in 100ns Dead-Time Control Function
threshold voltage. Output drivers typically source/sink at
Output in Phase with Input Signal
90m A/180m A, respectively, which is suitable for Typical Applications fluorescent / compact fluorescent lamp ballast applications and the systems that require low di/dt noise.
Fluorescent Lamp Ballast Compact Fluorescent Lamp Ballast
8-SOP
Ordering Information Device Package Pb-Free Operating Temperature Packing FAN7380M(1) Tube
8-SOP Yes -40°C ~ +125°C
FAN7380MX(1) Tape & Reel
Note: 1. These devices passed wave soldering test by JESD22A-111.
© 2 005 Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation www.fairchildsemi.com FAN 7380 Rev. 1.0.5
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Manual Details
| Brand | Fairchild |
|---|---|
| Pages | 13 |
| File Size | 438.73 KB |
| Published | June 20, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of electronic systems is this gate driver designed to operate?
It is suitable for use in Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts and Compact Fluorescent Lamp Ballast applications.
What function does the built-in dead-time control provide?
It provides a 100ns dead-time period to prevent output conduction during transition periods.
Can this device be used as a critical component in life support devices?
No, it is not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices without the express written approval of Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation.