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DRV8428: Fast decay mode - operation of the bridge

Part Number: DRV8428

When the DRV8428 is in fast decay mode, the datasheet mentions that the opposite MOSFET's are turned on. I understand from this that the decay current does not circulate through the MOSFET body diodes like in many of other motor drivers. As a result the current could potentially become negative, although the datasheet mentions a mechanism to prevent that. My customer however is witnessing negative currents during decay when driving low inductance motors at low current (few mA). Is there a way to explain this phenomenon?

Thank you! 

  • Hello, Lenio,

    It could have 0.5~1us delay time from DRV8428 detecting the current near zero to DRV8428's power FET turn-off. If the output inductance is small, the current can go negative a little bit in that delay time.

    Regards,

    Wang