Toshiba Starts Sample Shipments of New SmartMCD™ Series IC with Built-in MOSFETs for Motor Drive

Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation has officially begun shipping engineering samples of its new motor control device, the TB9M040FTG. This component represents the latest addition to the company's SmartMCD series, which is specifically engineered for three-phase brushless DC motor drives. The announcement, originating from Kawasaki, Japan, marks a step forward in the company's efforts to provide integrated semiconductor solutions for the automotive industry.^[1][2]

The TB9M040FTG is designed to enable the direct drive of small automotive motors by integrating a three-phase brushless DC motor driver with a dedicated microcontroller. A primary feature of this integrated circuit is the inclusion of built-in power MOSFETs. This level of integration is intended to streamline the design of motor control systems, potentially reducing the physical space required for electronic components in modern vehicles.^[1][2]

By combining the motor driver and microcontroller into a single package, Toshiba aims to simplify the development process for manufacturers working on automotive motor applications. The SmartMCD series focuses on providing efficient control for brushless DC motors, which are increasingly common in automotive systems. These engineering samples allow developers to begin testing and integrating the new IC into upcoming vehicle designs and motor-driven subsystems.^[1][2]