Industry’s First Leakage Detection IC for Auto Applications

In the wake of the Great East Japan Earthquake a growing number of hybrid and electric cars are being equipped with emergency or backup power systems, which include outlets that can power not only portable devices such as smartphones, but high power consumption consumer equipment as well. Safety systems similar to earth leakage circuit breakers that incorporate leakage detection ICs used in homes and buildings are currently being considered for cars in order to prevent electric shock or fires when using AC outlets. However, severe challenges regarding reliability (including temperature protection) must be overcome before full implementation is possible. In response, ROHM developed a new leakage detection IC designed to provide safe, reliable operation of AC outlets in vehicles. The BD9582F-M expands the temperature range from the conventional -20°C to 95°C to a more robust -40°C to 105°C and protects against electromagnetic radiation, providing the necessary level of reliability for automotive applications. ROHM’s leakage detection IC also complies with semiconductor standard AEC-Q100 for automotive applications and utilizes proprietary technology combined with a novel circuit design for improved cutoff (interrupt) performance and greater system safety. In addition, further circuit optimization results in the industry’s lowest current consumption of 330uA, prolonging battery life while maintaining high reliability operation. Also, this IC is compatible with AC100~240V, ensuring support not only for automotive systems but consumer devices as well. Availability: The product is available. Key Features 1. The industry’s lowest current consumption With cars, particularly electric vehicles, power is limited to the amount of battery charge remaining. And earth leakage circuit breakers for homes normally operate 24 hours a day year-round. Therefore, it is imperative that any safety systems implemented in vehicles minimize current consumption as much as possible. 2. Application Circuit Examples ##IMAGE_4_C## 3. Product Lineup (Including Consumer-Grade Models) ##IMAGE_5_C##