International Rectifier, IR^® (NYSE: IRF), a world leader in power management technology, today introduced the AUIR2085S automotive-qualified control IC for low-, mid- and high-voltage automotive drive applications including DC-DC converters, HEV auxiliary converters and battery management converters.

A self-oscillating half-bridge 100V driver IC with 50 percent duty cycle, the AUIR2085S features an integrated soft-start capacitor that gradually increases duty cycle from zero to 50 percent for 5msec to limit in-rush current during start up, and maintains equal pulse widths for the high- and low-side MOSFETs throughout the start-up sequence.

The low- and high-side pulses for the half-bridge are matched to within ±25nsec to prevent transformer imbalances during operation. Other features include ±1A gate drive current optimized for low charge MOSFETs and adjustable deadtime from 50nsec to 200nsec to protect against shoot-through current.

“The AUIR2085S with its smart protection features and small footprint is specifically designed for harsh automotive drive applications, addressing the emerging needs for efficient DC-DC converters and fast switching robust power management solutions in modern cars,” said Henning Hauenstein, vice president and general manager of IR’s Automotive Products Business Unit.

The AUIR2085S which is qualified to AEC-Q100 standards provides programmable switching frequency up to 500kHz for design flexibility. Higher switching frequency decreases output voltage ripple and allows use of smaller, lower loss magnetic components. Switching frequency and deadtime can be controlled independently with just two external components to customize circuits for a particular application. The device also features a floating channel designed for bootstrap operation up to +100V DC and VCC supply, under-voltage lockout and adjustable overcurrent protection.

More information is available on the International Rectifier website at http://www.irf.com/whats-new/nr091001.html

Availability and Pricing

Offered in an 8-pin SOIC package, pricing for the AUIR2085S begins at US $1.71 each in 100,000-unit quantities. Production orders are available immediately. The device is qualified according to AEC-Q100 standards, features an environmentally friendly, lead-free and RoHS compliant bill of materials, and is part of IR’s automotive quality initiative targeting zero defects.

About International Rectifier

International Rectifier (NYSE:IRF) is a world leader in power management technology. IR’s analog and mixed signal ICs, advanced circuit devices, integrated power systems and components enable high performance computing and reduce energy waste from motors, the world’s single largest consumer of electricity. Leading manufacturers of computers, energy efficient appliances, lighting, automobiles, satellites, aircraft and defense systems rely on IR’s power management benchmarks to power their next generation products. For more information, go to www.irf.com.

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