The LMD18245T can operate from -40°C to 150°C, but the maximum junction temperature (TJ) should not exceed 150°C.
Proper thermal management involves providing a heat sink, ensuring good thermal conductivity between the device and the heat sink, and keeping the ambient temperature within the recommended range.
A good PCB layout for the LMD18245T involves keeping the high-current paths short and wide, using a solid ground plane, and minimizing the inductance of the power traces.
The LMD18245T has built-in overcurrent and overvoltage protection, but additional protection can be achieved by using external components such as fuses, TVS diodes, and voltage regulators.
The recommended gate drive voltage for the LMD18245T is between 10V and 15V, but it can be adjusted based on the specific application requirements.