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MCT8316A: Maximum continuous current

Part Number: MCT8316A
Other Parts Discussed in Thread: MCF8316A

Tool/software:

Hello,

We are interested in an application for MCT8316A/MFC8316 but we are unsure on the maximum continuous current that the chip can handle. The datasheet says 8A peak and I saw that the trip current can be set to either 16A or 24A. We have a BLDC blower with the following specifications:

Thank you for your help!

  • Hi Sammy,

    Thanks for the question, so the MCT8316/MCF8316A can handle 8A current, peak. This means that the device will work fine as long as the peak of the sinusoidal current will not exceed 8A. The trip current settings are for shutting the driver down during transient spikes in the current lasting for a significant time which may damage the device.

    Thanks and regards,

    Sachin S