AN6161NK Integrated Circuit

AN6161NK Integrated Circuit

The AN6161NK (often manufactured by Panasonic) is an integrated circuit (IC) generally used as a motor driver (frequently for brushless DC motors, spindle motors for CD/DVD players, or cassette recorders).

As this is an obsolete (discontinued) component, complete technical specifications vary depending on the original manufacturer and package. Below is a summary of the main characteristics gathered from historical datasheets:

Main Features

• Main function: Motor Driver / Controller IC.
• Typical applications: Cassette recorders, audio decks, small optical players, or DC motor drive devices.
• Power supply ($V_{CC}$): Generally requires a low-voltage dual or single supply (often between 5V and 12V, depending on the specific application).
• Package: SIP (Single In-line Package) or HSIP with an integrated heatsink, depending on the exact version (the letter "K" often indicates a specific pinout variant or package type).

Pinout and Functions (General)

As a dedicated IC, the pins include:

• Speed and direction control inputs.
• Drive outputs for the motor coils.
• Feedback terminals (e.g., FG/RD signals for RPM control).
• Power supply and ground ($GND$).

Note: For repairs or circuit design, it is advisable to consult the original Panasonic paper datasheet specific to the "AN6161N" version (without or with different suffixes), as online availability of detailed technical sheets for this specific code is very limited nowadays.