DRV8833 — Datasheet Summary, Specs & Alternatives

01 — Overview

This TI datasheet covers the DRV8833, a dual H-bridge motor driver for DC motors and stepper applications. It details electrical specs including 2.7 to 10.8 V supply voltage, 1.5 A RMS output current per bridge, and PWM winding current regulation. The device offers overcurrent protection, undervoltage lockout, and low-power sleep modes. Available in TSSOP, HTSSOP, and WQFN packages, it targets battery-powered toys, printers, cameras, and robotics. The document includes pin configurations, absolute maximum ratings, thermal information, and layout guidelines for optimal performance.

02 — Key specifications

Datasheet parameters

Parameter	Min	Typ	Max	Conditions
quiescent current	—	1.7 mA	3 mA	VM = 5 V, xIN1 = 0 V, xIN2 = 0 V
output current	—	—	1.5 A
supply voltage range	2.7 V	—	10.8 V
rds on	—	200 mOhm	—	VM = 5 V, IO = 500 mA, TJ = 25°C
propagation delay	—	1.1 µs	—	VM = 5 V
rise time	—	180 ns	—	VM = 5 V, 16 Ω to GND, 10% to 90% VM
fall time	—	160 ns	—	VM = 5 V, 16 Ω to GND, 10% to 90% VM
output voltage low	—	—	500 mV	IO = 5 mA

03 — Alternatives

Closest matches to DRV8833

DRV8803DW 5.1× higher supply voltage range, 3.8× higher rds on, 1.9× lower output current

DRV8803PWPR 5.1× higher supply voltage range, 3.8× higher rds on, 1.4× lower propagation delay

TB67S109AFNG 4.2× higher supply voltage range, 2.4× higher rds on, 2.2× lower rise time

L293D 3.0× higher supply voltage range, 1.6× higher fall time, 1.4× higher rise time

DRV8837 1.7× lower output current, 1.4× higher rds on, 1.2× lower supply voltage range

TB6612FNG 7.5× lower rise time, 3.9× lower fall time, 2.2× lower supply voltage range

A4988 3.2× higher supply voltage range, 2.4× higher quiescent current, 1.6× higher rds on

DRV8844 5.0× higher supply voltage range, 1.7× lower quiescent current, 1.4× higher rds on

04 — FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the fall time of the DRV8833?

The fall time is 160 ns when VM = 5 V, 16 Ω to GND, and measured from 10% to 90% VM.

What is the output current of the DRV8833?

The output current is 1.5 A.

What is the output voltage low when IO = 5 mA?

The output voltage low is 500 mV when IO = 5 mA.

What is the propagation delay when VM = 5 V?

The propagation delay is 1.1 µs when VM = 5 V.

What is the quiescent current when VM = 5 V and xIN1 = 0 V, xIN2 = 0 V?

The quiescent current is 1.7 mA.

What is the on-resistance (rds on) of the DRV8833?

The on-resistance is 200 mOhm at VM = 5 V, IO = 500 mA, and TJ = 25°C.

What is the rise time of the DRV8833?

The rise time is 180 ns when VM = 5 V, 16 Ω to GND, and measured from 10% to 90% VM.

What is the maximum supply voltage for the DRV8833?

The maximum supply voltage is 10.8 V.