L293EAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About L293E
L293E is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It comes in a Dual-In-Line Packages package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | L293ESource | L293NEE4 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | Texas Instruments |
| Package Type | Dual-In-Line Packages | Dual-In-Line Packages |
| Pin Count | 20 | 16 |
| Temperature Range | — | ~ 70.0°C |
| Price | $5.5678 | $2.7900 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | OBSOLETE | ACTIVE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||
| YTEOL | 0 | 15 |
| Built-in Protections | OVER CURRENT; THERMAL | TRANSIENT; THERMAL |
| Input Characteristics | STANDARD | STANDARD |
| Interface IC Type | HALF BRIDGE BASED PERIPHERAL DRIVER | HALF BRIDGE BASED PERIPHERAL DRIVER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T20 | R-PDIP-T16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 2 | 2 |
| Output Characteristics | 3-STATE | TOTEM-POLE |
| Output Current Flow Direction | SOURCE AND SINK | SOURCE AND SINK |
| Output Peak Current Limit-Nom | 2 A | 2 A |
| Output Polarity | TRUE | TRUE |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP20,.3 | DIP16,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
| Supply Current-Max | 60 mA | 60 mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 36 V | 7 V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5 V | 4.5 V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5 V | 5 V |
| Surface Mount | NO | NO |
| Technology | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR |
| Terminal Finish | TIN | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54 mm | 2.54 mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL | DUAL |
| Pbfree Code | — | Yes |
| Driver Number of Bits | — | 4 |
| Output Current-Max | — | 2 A |
| Supply Voltage1-Max | — | 36 V |
| Supply Voltage1-Min | — | 4.5 V |
| Supply Voltage1-Nom | — | 24 V |
| Temperature Grade | — | COMMERCIAL |
| Turn-off Time | — | 0.8 µs |
| Turn-on Time | — | 0.4 µs |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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FAQ
What is equivalent to L293E?
Known equivalents for L293E include L293NEE4. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of L293E?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
How do I verify L293E alternatives?
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