TIDUFE6A September 2025 – December 2025
The TPL7407LA low-side driver implements the digital outputs as a high-voltage, high-current NMOS transistor array. The device contains seven NMOS channels with integrated clamp diodes for switching inductive loads. Each channel supports output voltages up to 30V and features maximum drain-current rating of 600mA.
The design groups the seven channels into three functional sections. The first section uses a single channel (IN1, OUT1) pulled up to 12V on the TIDA-010939. The output functions as a 12V GPIO to control enable signals of external hardware. The remaining two sections combine three channels each, increasing the overall current capability of the outputs.
The TPL7407LA supports a wide range of interface requirements, from driving solenoids, relays, and small motors to switching simple LED indicators. The internal free-wheeling diodes suppress the kick-back voltage when driving inductive loads. COM must connect to the highest load voltage, which can be the same as inductive load supply or different. The COM pin also powers the internal gate-drive circuitry and operates from 6.5V to 30V. Operation below 6.5V remains possible but results in reduced gate-drive voltage and higher RDS(on).