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Using DRV2700 to drive piezoelectric actuator at 500 Hz, 0-150 V

Other Parts Discussed in Thread: DRV2700, DRV2700EVM-HV500, DRV2700EVM

Hello, I am not familiar with electronics but trying to find confidence in purchasing DRV2700.

- Can I uses it to drive piezo actuator at ~ 500 Hz sine wave between 0 to 150V? 

- If I can, what else from 1) Power supply ~5V 2) Analogue sine source 0-3V should I buy?

- For this simple sine wave driving, what PIN configuration should I use?

Best regards,

Jong-Chan

  • Hello Jong-Chan,

    Depending on if you need 150Vp or 150Vpp will determine if it can meet your requirement.

    If you need 150Vp:

    • You can use the DRV2700EVM-HV500 for your evaluation. It can cover 0-500Vp and has a user interface to control the output. However, it will be at the limit if you are trying to go to 500Hz with a load.

    If you need 150Vpp:

    • You can use the DRV2700EVM for your evaluation. It can cover up to 200Vpp and has a user interface to control the output. It can meet the 500Hz depending on the load you are trying to drive.

    The pin configuration and settings can be found from the EVM user's guides. I hope this helps.

  • Hello Rodney,

    Thank you for your reply. After receiving your reply, I tried to figure out what capacitance of piezo that I can drive, but it is somehow difficult for me to find the information in the data sheet.

    I would like to use piezo of about 500 nF. Will DRV2700 be able to drive it at ~500 Hz?

    Best regards,
    Jong-Chan
  • Jong-Chan,
    The DRV2700 can only support about 300nF at 500Hz. Please see Figure 23 in the datasheet for determining what frequency, capacitance and voltage it can safely operate.
  • Hello Rodney,

    Thank you for your kind answer. Can I add a silly question? Will 5V 2A power supply enough to operate DRV2700EVM?

    Best regards,
    Jong-Chan
  • Hello Jong-Chan,
    Yes, that will be enough power for the DRV2700EVM. It will actually run off of USB power.
  • Hello Rodney,

    Thanks a lot.

    Best regards,
    Jong-Chan