MIC5016BWM Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MIC5016BWM is a high-side or low-side gate driver IC manufactured by Microchip Technology, designed for independent dual-channel N-Channel MOSFET driving applications. This component operates across a supply voltage range of 2.75V to 30V with non-inverting logic inputs and is housed in a 16-SOIC package.

The MIC5016BWM is classified as obsolete. Identifying suitable substitute parts is essential for design continuity, procurement flexibility, and long-term product support. Substitute parts must maintain functional equivalence in gate driving capability, electrical specifications, and physical form factor compatibility.

Substiute Parts

MIC5016BWM

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 4589MIC5016BWM Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

MIC5014YM-TR

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 20408MIC5014YM-TR Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

UC2708DW

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 1672UC2708DW Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MIC5016BWM is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Driven configuration (high-side, low-side, or both)
• Number of independent driver channels
• Gate type compatibility (N-Channel MOSFET)
• Supply voltage range overlap
• Logic input voltage levels (VIL, VIH)
• Input logic type (non-inverting)
• Package form factor and pin compatibility
• Operating temperature range

Substitute Part Categories:

Category 1: Functional Equivalent (Same Configuration) Parts that maintain the same dual-channel, high-side or low-side configuration with identical electrical specifications and package form factor.

Category 2: Reduced Channel Count Alternative Parts with single-channel configuration that can substitute in applications requiring only one driver channel, with compatible electrical specifications and package compatibility.

Category 3: Configuration-Limited Alternative Parts with low-side only configuration that substitute only in low-side driving applications, with compatible electrical specifications and package form factor.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

MIC5014YM-TR (Microchip Technology)

The MIC5014YM-TR is an active product from the same manufacturer with identical electrical specifications and operating temperature range. It maintains high-side or low-side configuration capability and non-inverting logic input compatibility. However, it features a single-channel configuration versus the dual-channel design of the MIC5016BWM, and uses an 8-SOIC package instead of 16-SOIC. This part is suitable for applications requiring only one independent driver channel. The MIC5014YM-TR is ROHS3 compliant, addressing regulatory requirements not met by the obsolete MIC5016BWM.

UC2708DW (Texas Instruments)

The UC2708DW is an active product with dual independent channels in a 16-SOIC package matching the MIC5016BWM form factor. It maintains non-inverting logic input compatibility and identical logic voltage levels. The UC2708DW is limited to low-side driving configuration and has a narrower operating temperature range (-25°C to 85°C) compared to the MIC5016BWM (-40°C to 150°C). The supply voltage range extends to 35V, providing additional headroom. This part is suitable for low-side driving applications within the specified temperature range. The UC2708DW is ROHS3 compliant and includes specified peak output current ratings (3A source, 3A sink) with defined rise and fall times (25ns).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the MIC5014YM-TR replace the MIC5016BWM in all applications?

A: The MIC5014YM-TR is suitable only for applications requiring a single independent driver channel. The MIC5016BWM provides two independent channels; applications utilizing both channels require a dual-channel substitute or dual single-channel devices.

Q: What are the package compatibility implications of substituting the MIC5014YM-TR?

A: The MIC5014YM-TR uses an 8-SOIC package versus the 16-SOIC package of the MIC5016BWM. PCB layout and footprint modifications are required. Pin assignments differ between the two packages.

Q: Is the UC2708DW suitable for high-side driving applications?

A: No. The UC2708DW is configured for low-side driving only. Applications requiring high-side or dual high-side/low-side capability cannot use this substitute.

Q: What is the temperature range limitation of the UC2708DW?

A: The UC2708DW operates from -25°C to 85°C (TA), which is narrower than the MIC5016BWM range of -40°C to 150°C (TJ). Applications requiring operation below -25°C or above 85°C cannot use this substitute.

Q: Are both substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the MIC5014YM-TR and UC2708DW are ROHS3 compliant, whereas the MIC5016BWM is RoHS non-compliant. This addresses regulatory compliance requirements for new designs.

Q: What supply voltage range considerations apply to the UC2708DW?

A: The UC2708DW operates from 5V to 35V, compared to the MIC5016BWM range of 2.75V to 30V. Applications requiring operation below 5V cannot use the UC2708DW. The upper voltage limit of 35V provides additional margin.