DESCRIPTION

· The TMC5160/TMC5160A is a high-power stepper motor controller and driver IC with serial communication interfaces.

· It integrates a flexible ramp generator for automatic target positioning and advanced stepper motor driver technology.

· Supports external transistors for highly dynamic, high-torque drives.

· Utilizes SpreadCycle and StealthChop choppers for noiseless operation, maximum efficiency, and optimal motor torque.

· Features high integration, energy efficiency, and a compact form factor for cost-effective, scalable systems.

· Universal high-voltage controller/driver for two-phase bipolar stepper motors.

FEATURES

· Supports 2-phase stepper motors with coil currents from 1A to several 10A.

· Motion Controller with SixPoint™ ramp and Step/Dir Interface with microstep interpolation.

· Voltage range: 8-60V DC, with SPI & Single Wire UART communication.

· Encoder interface and 2x reference-switch inputs.

· High resolution: 256 microsteps per full step.

· StealthChop 2™ for quiet operation and smooth motion.

· Resonance dampening for mid-range resonances.

· SpreadCycle™ for highly dynamic motor control.

· DcStep™ for load-dependent speed control.

· StallGuard 2™ for high-precision sensorless motor load detection.

· CoolStep™ for energy savings up to 75%.

· Passive braking and freewheeling mode.

· Full protection and diagnostics.

· Compact size: 7x7mm² (TQFP 48) or 8x8mm² (QFN).

APPLICATIONS

· Robotics and industrial drives.

· Textile and sewing machines.

· Packing machines.

· Factory and lab automation.

· High-speed 3D printers.

· Liquid handling and medical devices.

· Office automation and CCTV systems.

· ATM and cash recyclers.

· Pumps and valves.