Features
1. 500-mA-Rated Collector Current
(Single Output)High-Voltage Outputs: 50 VOutput Clamp DiodesInputs Compatible With Various Types of LogicRelay-Driver ApplicationsCompatible with ULN2800A Series
2. ApplicationsRelay DriversHammer DriversLamp DriversDisplay Drivers (LED and Gas Discharge)Line DriversLogic Buffers
3. DescriptionThe ULN2803A device is a high-voltage, high-current Darlington transistor array. The device consists of eight NPN Darlington pairs that feature high-voltage outputs with common-cathode clamp diodes for switching inductive loads. The collector-current rating of each Darlington pair is 500 mA. The Darlington pairs may be connected in parallel for higher current capability.

Applications include relay drivers, hammer drivers, lamp drivers, display drivers (LED and gas discharge), line drivers, and logic buffers. The ULN2803A device has a 2.7-kΩ series base resistor for each Darlington pair for operation directly with TTL or 5-V CMOS devices.