UPD16861GS

Product Overview

UPD16861GS is a NEC (Renesas) monolithic 4-channel H-bridge motor driver IC designed for driving small DC motors, stepping motors and actuator systems. The device integrates four H-bridge circuits with low-side MOSFET switches, allowing direct control of multiple motor channels with a compact SSOP-24 package. Featuring low saturation voltage, built-in protection functions and high integration, UPD16861GS is suitable for optical equipment, printers, scanners, cameras and other compact motor control applications. 

Key Features

• Manufacturer: NEC Electronics / Renesas Technology

• Part Number: UPD16861GS

• Device Type: Monolithic Motor Driver IC

• Product Category: H-Bridge Motor Driver

• Number of Channels: 4 Channels

• Driver Configuration: 4-channel H-Bridge + Low-Side Switch

• Motor Type Support: DC motors and actuator loads

• Output Structure: MOS integrated power stage

• Control Method: Logic input control

• Power Supply Voltage: Approximately 2.7V to 5.5V

• Output Current Capability: Suitable for small motor drive applications

• Low Saturation Voltage: Designed for high efficiency

• Low Standby Current: Reduced power consumption design

• Built-in Protection: Thermal shutdown protection

• Built-in Protection: Over-current protection function

• Built-in Protection: Undervoltage protection

• Input Logic Level: TTL / CMOS compatible

• Package Type: SSOP-24

• Number of Pins: 24 pins

• Package Form: Surface Mount Package

• Mounting Type: Surface Mount

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +80°C (typical)

• Application: Motor and actuator control systems

• Typical Applications: Printers, scanners, optical drives, cameras, small robotics and precision mechanisms

• RoHS Status: Lead-free options available depending on production batch

• Lifecycle Status: Legacy / discontinued product family

• Ordering / Packaging Note: Verify manufacturer marking, SSOP-24 package, date code and authenticity before procurement.

Applications

UPD16861GS is mainly used for compact motor control systems requiring multiple output channels and low power consumption. Typical applications include printer mechanisms, scanner drives, camera lens actuators, optical equipment, office automation equipment and miniature robotic systems. 

Quality & Sourcing

Antrex Electronics can support UPD16861GS sourcing with stock verification, RFQ quotation, package inspection, marking verification, date code review and shipment arrangement. Customers should confirm motor voltage, current requirements, package type and replacement compatibility before procurement.

Quality support can include visual inspection, authenticity verification, electrical testing coordination and third-party inspection when required. OEM manufacturers, automation equipment suppliers, repair centers and electronic component buyers are welcome to submit sourcing requests for UPD16861GS and other legacy motor driver IC products.