L6506Alternatives & Equivalent Parts
About L6506
L6506 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 | L6506Source | PAM8904JER | PKLCS1212E2000-R1 | L6506D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | Diodes Inc. | Murata Electronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Package Type | Dual-In-Line Packages | Quad Flat No-Lead | Other | Small Outline Packages |
| Pin Count | 18 | 17 | 1 | 20 |
| Temperature Range | ~ 70.0°C | -40.0°C ~ 85.0°C | — | ~ 70.0°C |
| Price | $2.4300 | $0.2823 | $0.5596 | $2.2500 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | OBSOLETE | ACTIVE | — | ACTIVE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||
| YTEOL | 0 | — | — | — |
| Analog IC - Other Type | STEPPER MOTOR CONTROLLER | — | — | STEPPER MOTOR CONTROLLER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T18 | S-PQCC-N16 | — | R-PDSO-G20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 | — | — | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | — | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP18,.3 | LCC16,.12SQ,20 | — | SOP20,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | SQUARE | — | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE | CHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, ULTRA THIN PROFILE | — | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | NOT SPECIFIED | 260 | — | 250 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | — | — | Not Qualified |
| Supply Current-Max (Isup) | 25 mA | — | — | 25 mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 7 V | — | — | 7 V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 4.5 V | — | — | 4.5 V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5 V | — | — | 5 V |
| Surface Mount | NO | YES | — | YES |
| Technology | BIPOLAR | — | — | BIPOLAR |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL | — | — | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Tin (Sn) | — | — | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | NO LEAD | — | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54 mm | 0.5 mm | — | 1.27 mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL | QUAD | — | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED | — | — | 30 |
| Factory Lead Time | — | 12 Weeks | — | 45 Weeks |
| Built-in Protections | — | OVER CURRENT; OVER VOLTAGE; UNDER VOLTAGE; THERMAL | — | — |
| Driver Number of Bits | — | 1 | — | — |
| Interface IC Type | — | PIEZO SOUNDER DRIVER | — | — |
| Output Peak Current Limit-Nom | — | 0.04 A | — | — |
| Output Polarity | — | TRUE | — | — |
| Supply Voltage-Max | — | 5.5 V | — | — |
| Supply Voltage-Min | — | 1.8 V | — | — |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | — | 3 V | — | — |
| Turn-off Time | — | 42000 µs | — | — |
| Turn-on Time | — | 350 µs | — | — |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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Why Look for Alternatives?
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FAQ
What is equivalent to L6506?
Known equivalents for L6506 include PAM8904JER, PKLCS1212E2000-R1, L6506D. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of L6506?
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 L6506 alternatives?
Compare the datasheet specifications including pinout, voltage ratings, timing parameters, and package dimensions. FindMyChip's engineering team can help with compatibility verification — submit an RFQ to get started.