Number1 brushed DC motor solution
Microchip's brushed DC motor control solutions are based on its MCUs for brushed DC motor control, gate drivers and ignition controllers. These MCUs are available for a variety of general purpose and low power applications. Features multiple PWMs, multiple communications, temperature sensors and Memory Access Partition (MAP).
Brushed DC motors are named after the "brush" for commutation. There is a commutator on the winding of the rotor or armature. The brush contacts and disconnects the commutator segments, thereby reversing the power supply to the armature. Brushed DC motors are easy to control because speed and torque are proportional to the applied voltage/current.
Microchip's brushed DC motor control solutions feature good controllability, linear torque/current curves, speed proportional to applied voltage, and low heat dissipation.
Number2 Brushless DC Motor Control Solution
Microchip's brushless DC motors are based on their range of MCU ignition controllers and brushless DC motor control drivers. These devices are extremely useful in embedded applications with very low power consumption and have excellent high performance, including complete motor control and drive solutions for automotive and industrial applications.
Microchip's brushless DC motor applications also include anti-lock brake systems, disk drive servos, throttle control, and more.
