Product Overview
ULQ2004ATDRQ1 from ST is an automotive AEC-Q100 7-channel Darlington array with clamp diodes. 500mA/channel. hFE greater than 1000 allows direct MCU GPIO drive. TDRQ1 = SOIC-16 tape-and-reel automotive grade.
Working Principle
Darlington pair: two cascaded NPN transistors. Small base current amplified by both stages. Clamp diodes protect against inductive kickback. Common emitter sinks load current to ground.
Pin Description
| Pin | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 1-7 | INPUT 1-7 | Logic inputs |
| 8 | GND | Ground |
| 9 | COM | Clamp common |
| 10-16 | OUTPUT 7-1 | Darlington outputs |
Applications
- Automotive relay/solenoid drivers
- Stepper motor unipolar
- 12V lamp/LED control
Alternative Models
| Manufacturer | Part Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ST | ULN2003ATDRQ1 | 6V input version |
| TI | ULN2003AIPWR | TSSOP version |