DS30BA101SQ/NOPB Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock

DS30BA101SQ/NOPB is a single-channel 3.125 Gbps differential line driver buffer from Texas Instruments with standard LVDS input characteristics and differential output in a 16-pin QFN package for high-speed serial backplane and PCIe clock distribution. From $3.20 in stock worldwide shipping.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
DS30BA101SQ/NOPBQuad Flat No-Lead
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
Quad Flat No-Lead
Pin Count
17
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $5.5100(MOQ 500)
Temp Range
-40.0°C to 85.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of DS30BA101SQ/NOPB?

  • 3.125 Gbps maximum data rate differential output enables high-speed LVDS serial link buffering and clock distribution
  • Single-channel 1-bit driver in compact 16-pin QFN (PQCC-N16) package minimizes board real estate in high-density systems
  • Pb-free and RoHS-compliant construction supports lead-free manufacturing for consumer and industrial designs

What is DS30BA101SQ/NOPB used for?

The DS30BA101SQ/NOPB is used in high-speed digital systems to buffer and re-drive differential LVDS signals across PCB backplanes and board-to-board interconnects at up to 3.125 Gbps. Its single-channel architecture is ideal for clock distribution networks in FPGAs, DSPs, and networking line cards where minimal channel-to-channel skew is critical. The QFN package allows tight placement near source or sink devices to minimize trace lengths and preserve signal integrity.

What are the specifications of DS30BA101SQ/NOPB?

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL15
Differential OutputYES
Driver Number of Bits1
Input CharacteristicsSTANDARD
Interface IC TypeLINE DRIVER
Interface StandardGENERAL PURPOSE
JESD-30 CodeS-PQCC-N16
JESD-609 Codee3
Number of Functions1
Output CharacteristicsDIFFERENTIAL
Output PolarityCOMPLEMENTARY
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeLCC16,.16SQ,25
Package ShapeSQUARE
Package StyleCHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Receiver Number of Bits1
Supply Current-Max59mA
Supply Voltage-Max3.465V
Supply Voltage-Min3.135V
Supply Voltage-Nom3.3V
Supply Voltage1-Max3.465V
Supply Voltage1-Min3.135V
Supply Voltage1-Nom3.3V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormNO LEAD
Terminal Pitch0.635mm
Terminal PositionQUAD
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)30
PackageQuad Flat No-Lead

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 3
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.90

Where can I find the DS30BA101SQ/NOPB datasheet?

DS30BA101SQ/NOPB Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for DS30BA101SQ/NOPB?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what maximum data rate does DS30BA101SQ/NOPB operate and which serial standards are compatible?

The DS30BA101SQ/NOPB supports differential signaling up to 3.125 Gbps, making it compatible with LVDS, CML-adjacent, and general-purpose high-speed serial protocols at that rate or below. It is commonly used in PCIe Gen 1 reference clock distribution at 100 MHz (200 Mbps), SONET OC-48 auxiliary clocking, and 2.5 Gbps Ethernet differential clock buffering applications where clean signal re-drive is needed.

How does using DS30BA101SQ/NOPB as a clock buffer reduce jitter on a high-speed backplane?

The DS30BA101SQ/NOPB restores differential signal edges that degrade through connector launches, via stubs, and PCB trace losses at 3.125 Gbps. By re-driving the signal at the midpoint of a long backplane trace, it reduces accumulated jitter from ISI and reflections. The differential architecture provides common-mode noise rejection, typically improving additive jitter to below 1 ps RMS in well-designed layouts.

What package does DS30BA101SQ/NOPB use and what are the thermal considerations for a 3.125 Gbps application?

The DS30BA101SQ/NOPB is housed in a 16-pin QFN (PQCC-N16) package with an exposed thermal pad on the underside. At 3.125 Gbps operation the device dissipates moderate power, and the thermal pad must be soldered to a PCB copper pour connected to the ground plane to achieve rated junction-to-ambient thermal resistance. Proper via stitching under the pad reduces thermal resistance, keeping junction temperature well within operating limits at ambient temperatures up to 70°C.

Is DS30BA101SQ/NOPB suitable for replacing a failing LVDS buffer in a legacy networking card without schematic changes?

The DS30BA101SQ/NOPB is a general-purpose differential line driver compatible with standard LVDS input levels and output swing specifications. If the legacy card uses an LVDS buffer with a 16-pin QFN footprint and operates at 3.125 Gbps or below, a pin-compatible drop-in replacement is possible. Verify supply voltage compatibility (typically 3.3V), differential output swing, and propagation delay specifications against the original part before substituting.

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