TIDA-00578

Laptop/Notebook Computer Fan Controller Reference Design

TIDA-00578

Design files

Overview

This design uses a single-chip sensorless 3-phase brushless DC motor (BLDC) for driving fans quietly and smoothly. The 180 degree sinusoidal commutation sensorless algorithium is embedded inside of DRV10963, thus eliminating the need of software and firmware. DRV10963 is ideal for battery operated personal electronics & medical equipment due to low quiescent currents and low acoustics noise performance.

Features
  • Low quiescent current (15uA in sleep mode) ideal for DC battery operation
  • Low acoustic noise is ideal for personal electronics and medical equipment
  • Sensorless 180 deg sine motor control enabling 2dB noise reduction compared to alternative solutions
  • User configurable, spin-up profile to easily operate different motors
  • 3-cm diameter PCB design mates with small footprint fan enclosure
  • No firmware or software needed
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A fully assembled board has been developed for testing and performance validation only, and is not available for sale.

Design files & products

Design files

Download ready-to-use system files to speed your design process.

TIDUA42.PDF (4623 K)

Reference design overview and verified performance test data

TIDRGB1.PDF (122 K)

Detailed schematic diagram for design layout and components

TIDRGB2.PDF (194 K)

Complete listing of design components, reference designators, and manufacturers/part numbers

TIDRGB3.PDF (20 K)

Detailed overview of design layout for component placement

TIDRGB4.PDF (211 K)

Detailed overview of design layout for component placement

TIDRGB6.ZIP (118 K)

Files used for 3D models or 2D drawings of IC components

TIDCAQ3.ZIP (719 K)

Design file that contains information on physical board layer of design PCB

TIDRGB5.PDF (297 K)

PCB layer plot file used for generating PCB design layout

Products

Includes TI products in the design and potential alternatives.

Integrated control BLDC drivers

DRV109635-V nominal, 1.8-A peak sensorless sinusoidal control 3-phase BLDC motor driver

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Design guide Laptop/Notebook Computer Fan Controller Design Guide Jul. 30, 2015

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