SLVSDM4E November 2018 – June 2026 TPS1HA08-Q1
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When switching off an inductive load, the inductor can impose a negative voltage on the output of the switch. The TPS1HA08-Q1 includes a voltage clamp to limit voltage across the FET. The maximum acceptable load inductance is a function of the device robustness. With a 5mH load, the TPS1HA08-Q1 can withstand one pulse of 95mJ inductive dissipation at 125°C and can withstand 56mJ of inductive dissipation with a 10Hz repetitive pulse. If the application parameters exceed this device limit, it use a protection device like a freewheeling diode to dissipate the energy stored in the inductor. Figure 8-3 shows the TPS1HA08-Q1 discharging a 5mH load that is driven at 5A.
Figure 8-3 Inductive Discharge (5mH, 5A)This device is not designed for charging large capacitive loads. During capacitive inrush events, energy is dissipated across the internal FET, which may cause the device to enter a fault condition and turn off. If auto-retry is enabled, the device may successfully charge the capacitive load after several retry attempts; however, the time required and the number of retries before the load is fully charged can vary significantly across devices. For applications requiring capacitive load charging, it is recommended to use TI’s latest generation of high side switches, which are specifically designed for this purpose.
For more information on driving inductive or capacitive loads, reference TI's "How To Drive Inductive, Capacitive, and Lighting Loads with Smart High Side Switch application note.