DRV8436PRGER Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DRV8436PRGER is an industrial stepper driver manufactured by Texas Instruments, classified as a Power Management integrated circuit (PMIC). This fully integrated bipolar motor driver combines control and power stage functionality in a compact 24-VQFN surface mount package with exposed pad. The device operates as a half-bridge driver with PWM interface capability, supporting both bipolar stepper motors and brushed DC motors for general-purpose applications.

The DRV8436PRGER maintains Active product status with robust inventory availability (5996 units in stock). Equivalent substitute parts are identified based on matching electrical specifications, mechanical packaging, and compliance certifications to ensure direct functional interchangeability in existing designs.

Substiute Parts

DRV8436PRGER

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 6028DRV8436PRGER Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

DRV8436ERGER

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 2688DRV8436ERGER Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the DRV8436PRGER are identified through strict parametric matching across all critical electrical and mechanical specifications. The substitution logic is based on the following key parameters that determine functional interchangeability:

Electrical Specifications:

• Output current rating: 1.5A
• Supply voltage range: 0V ~ 5.3V
• Load voltage range: 4.5V ~ 48V
• Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)

Functional Characteristics:

• Motor type support: Bipolar stepper and brushed DC
• Output configuration: Half Bridge (2)
• Interface protocol: PWM
• Driver architecture: Fully integrated control and power stage
• Technology platform: Power MOSFET

Mechanical & Packaging Requirements:

• Package type: 24-VFQFN Exposed Pad
• Supplier device package: 24-VQFN (4x4)
• Mounting type: Surface Mount

Compliance & Regulatory:

• RoHS3 compliance
• REACH unaffected status
• MSL rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Parts matching all parameters across these categories are classified as parametric equivalents and direct substitutes.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The DRV8436ERGER is a direct parametric equivalent to the DRV8436PRGER. Both devices are manufactured by Texas Instruments and share identical electrical specifications, functional architecture, and mechanical packaging. Selection between these parts is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status & Lifecycle: Both parts maintain Active product status, indicating ongoing manufacturer support and availability through standard distribution channels.

Compliance & Regulatory Alignment: Both parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial applications. MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited) indicates no moisture sensitivity constraints during storage and handling.

Inventory & Supply Considerations: The DRV8436PRGER offers higher inventory availability (5996 units) compared to the DRV8436ERGER (2653 units). Selection should account for project lead times and supply chain requirements.

Functional Interchangeability: Complete parametric equivalence across output current (1.5A), supply voltage (0V ~ 5.3V), load voltage (4.5V ~ 48V), and operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 125°C) ensures direct substitution without circuit redesign or performance degradation.

Package Compatibility: Identical 24-VQFN (4x4) surface mount packaging with exposed pad ensures PCB layout compatibility and assembly process alignment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the DRV8436ERGER be used as a direct replacement for the DRV8436PRGER in existing designs?

A: Yes. The DRV8436ERGER is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications, output current rating (1.5A), supply voltage range (0V ~ 5.3V), load voltage range (4.5V ~ 48V), operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 125°C), and 24-VQFN (4x4) package configuration. No circuit modifications are required.

Q: Are there differences in motor type support between these parts?

A: No. Both the DRV8436PRGER and DRV8436ERGER support bipolar stepper motors and brushed DC motors with identical half-bridge output configuration and PWM interface.

Q: Do these parts have different compliance certifications?

A: No. Both parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and carry MSL rating 1 (Unlimited). Regulatory and environmental compliance is identical.

Q: What is the significance of the different part number suffixes (PRGER vs. ERGER)?

A: The suffix variation indicates different manufacturing date codes or production batches from Texas Instruments. Both parts are functionally and electrically identical with no performance differentiation.

Q: Can these parts be mixed in the same production batch?

A: Yes. Identical electrical specifications, package configuration, and compliance certifications permit interchangeable use within the same assembly process.

Q: What is the exposed pad function in the 24-VFQFN package?

A: The exposed pad provides thermal dissipation and electrical grounding. Both parts incorporate this feature identically.

Q: Are there any temperature or environmental operating differences?

A: No. Both parts operate across the identical temperature range of -40°C ~ 125°C (TA) with MSL rating 1, indicating unlimited moisture sensitivity protection.

Q: Which part should be selected for new designs?

A: Selection is based on supply chain availability and project requirements. Both parts are Active and fully supported. The DRV8436PRGER offers higher inventory availability (5996 units vs. 2653 units).