The recommended operating voltage range for the TDA4860 is 8V to 18V, with a typical voltage of 12V.
To ensure stable operation in high-temperature environments, it's recommended to use a heat sink with a thermal resistance of less than 10°C/W and to keep the junction temperature below 150°C.
The maximum power dissipation of the TDA4860 is 20W, but this can be increased to 30W with proper heat sinking.
The output voltage of the TDA4860 can be configured by adjusting the values of the feedback resistors R1 and R2, and the voltage reference pin (VREF). A higher output voltage requires a higher VREF voltage and a lower R1/R2 ratio.
The soft-start pin (SS) on the TDA4860 is used to control the output voltage rise time during power-up. By connecting a capacitor to the SS pin, the output voltage rise time can be slowed down to prevent inrush currents and reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI).