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A8518-1 Datasheet Fault-Tolerant LED Driver

Manufacturer: Allegro MicroSystems

Download the A8518-1 datasheet PDF. This datasheet also includes the A8518 variant, as both parts are published together in a single manufacturer document.

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Note: The manufacturer provides a single datasheet file (A8518-Allegro.pdf) that lists specifications for multiple related part numbers.

General Description

The A8518 is a multi-output LED driver for small-size LCD backlighting.

It integrates a current-mode boost converter with internal power switch and two current sinks.

The boost converter can drive up to 22 white LEDs, 11 LEDs per string, at 200 mA.

Overview

A8518 and A8518-1 Wide Input Voltage Range, High-Efficiency, Fault-Tolerant LED.

Key Features

  • Automotive AEC-100 qualified.
  • Fully integrated 42 V MOSFET for boost converter.
  • Fully integrated LED current sinks.
  • Withstands surge input to 40 VIN for load dump.
  • Operates down to 3.9 VIN (max) for idle stop.
  • Drives two strings of LEDs.
  • Maximum output voltage 40 V.
  • Up to 11 white LEDs in series.
  • Drive current for each string is 200 mA.
  • Fixed 2.15 MHz boost switching frequency.
  • Dithering of boost.

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