Fairchild Semiconductor Introduces Most Highly Integrated ''System-In-A-Package'' Ballast IC for Compact Fluorescent Lamps
July 02 2007 - 9:31AM
Business Wire
Fairchild Semiconductor (NYSE: FCS) introduces the FAN7710, the
most highly integrated ballast IC on the market specifically
developed for compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) designs. Offering a
�system-in-a-package� approach, the FAN7710 optimizes performance
while simplifying design and overcoming the space limitations of
CFL lighting applications. The FAN7710 combines one high-side 625V
gate driver circuit, two 550V MOSFETs, a frequency control circuit
and a shunt regulator �� plus the added features of active ZVS
control and an open lamp detection function �� into one
ultra-compact 8-DIP package. As the most integrated device among
similar solutions, the FAN7710 helps designers simplify designs by
reducing component count. The FAN7710�s high functionality and
built-in protection features save board space, reduce power
dissipation and result in excellent temperature characteristics and
enhanced reliability in end systems. In addition to the FAN7710,
Fairchild offers the FAN7711 for linear fluorescent lamp (LFL)
designs as well as CFL applications. This ballast IC integrates all
but the two high-power MOSFETs offered by the FAN7710 to make it
better suited to LFL designs. The FAN7711 is available in both
8-DIP and 8-SOP packages. �As the most highly integrated ballast IC
available, the FAN7710 is an ideal system-in-a-package solution for
saving space in CFL designs,� said Jay Lee, director of Fairchild�s
Lighting product line. �By also offering the FAN7711 for both LFL
and CFL applications, Fairchild�s product portfolio offers
designers the flexibility to optimize power, performance and space
according to their specific application requirements.� The FAN7710
and FAN7711 offer the following key features: �Built-in adaptive
ZVS control increases system stability and eliminates external
open-lamp circuit protection and a built-in 15V shunt regulator
ensures stable operation. �Two fewer frequency and time-control
pins, compared to the four pins required by conventional devices,
helps simplify system design. �Programmable preheat time and run
frequency enhances flexibility. �Built-in HVIC utilizing a
noise-canceling circuit feature (over high dv/dt common-mode
noise), UVLO function and a shoot-through-preventing output buffer
increases reliability. These products are available in lead
(Pb)-free packages that meet or exceed the requirements of the
joint IPC/JEDEC standard J-STD-020C and are compliant with the
European Union requirements now in effect. Price (each, 1000 pcs):
FAN7710 US$ 1.51 FAN7711 US$ 1.25 Availability: Samples available
now Delivery: 12 weeks ARO Contact Information: To contact
Fairchild Semiconductor about this product, please go to:
http://www.fairchildsemi.com/cf/sales_contacts/. For more
information on other Fairchild products, design tools and sales
contacts, please visit www.fairchildsemi.com. Editor�s Note:
Datasheets in PDF format are available at:
http://www.fairchildsemi.com/ds/FA/FAN7710.pdf and
http://www.fairchildsemi.com/ds/FA/FAN7711.pdf. About Fairchild
Semiconductor: Fairchild Semiconductor (NYSE: FCS) is the global
leader in power analog and power discrete technologies delivering
energy-efficient solutions for all electronic systems. Recognized
as The Power Franchise�, Fairchild provides leading-edge silicon
and packaging technologies, manufacturing strength and system
expertise. In 2007, Fairchild celebrates its �50/10� anniversary,
commemorating 10 years as a new company and 50 years in the
industry. Known as the �Father of Silicon Valley,� Fairchild
developed the planar transistor in 1958��and with it a new
industry. Today, Fairchild is an application-driven, solution-based
semiconductor supplier providing online design tools and design
centers worldwide as part of its comprehensive Global Power
Resource�. Please contact us on the web at www.fairchildsemi.com
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