PCA9306DQER Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Other) In Stock

Name: PCA9306DQER
Brand: Texas Instruments
SKU: PCA9306DQER
Availability: InStock

PCA9306DQER is a dual bidirectional I2C-bus and SMBus voltage-level translator from Texas Instruments housed in a compact 8-pin package. It delivers open-drain outputs with a fast 2.1 ns maximum propagation delay, enabling reliable translation between low-voltage and high-voltage I2C buses. This part is in stock and ships worldwide for embedded and industrial designs.

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PCA9306DQEROther

Quick Facts

Manufacturer: Texas Instruments
Package: Other
Pin Count: 8
Lifecycle: ACTIVE
Datasheet: PCA9306DQER Datasheet PDF
Category: Integrated Circuit
Price: From $0.2597(MOQ 1)
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 PCA9306DQER?

Dual bidirectional translation across 2 independent I2C/SMBus channels
2.1 ns maximum propagation delay for fast signal translation
Open-drain outputs on both channels for standard I2C bus compatibility
Compact 8-pin package per JESD-30 code R-PDSO-N8
1-bit signal path per channel for straightforward level shifting
Pb-free qualified (Pbfree Code: Yes) for RoHS-compliant manufacturing

What is PCA9306DQER used for?

The PCA9306DQER is commonly used to bridge low-voltage microcontrollers and sensors operating between 1.2V and 3.3V with legacy 5V I2C or SMBus peripherals in industrial control, telecom, and consumer electronics designs. Its dual-channel open-drain architecture with a 2.1 ns propagation delay makes it well suited for battery-powered handheld devices, embedded systems, and mixed-voltage PCB layouts requiring reliable bidirectional bus translation.

What are the specifications of PCA9306DQER?

Pbfree Code	Yes
YTEOL	15
Delay-Max	2.1ns
Input Characteristics	STANDARD
Interface IC Type	VOLTAGE LEVEL TRANSLATOR
JESD-30 Code	R-PDSO-N8
JESD-609 Code	e4
Number of Bits	1
Number of Functions	2
Output Characteristics	OPEN-DRAIN
Output Latch or Register	NONE
Output Polarity	TRUE
Package Body Material	PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence Code	SOLCC8,.04,14
Package Shape	RECTANGULAR
Package Style	SMALL OUTLINE, VERY THIN PROFILE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)	260
Qualification Status	Not Qualified
Supply Voltage-Max	3.3V
Supply Voltage-Min	1.2V
Supply Voltage-Nom	1.8V
Supply Voltage1-Max	5.5V
Supply Voltage1-Min	1.8V
Supply Voltage1-Nom	2V
Surface Mount	YES
Technology	BICMOS
Temperature Grade	INDUSTRIAL
Terminal Finish	Nickel/Palladium/Gold/Silver (Ni/Pd/Au/Ag)
Terminal Form	NO LEAD
Terminal Pitch	0.35mm
Terminal Position	DUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)	30
Package	Other

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS Status	Compliant
Lead-Free	Yes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1
ECCN	EAR99
HTS Code	8542.39.00.90
Country of Origin	Mainland China, Philippines, Thailand

Where can I find the PCA9306DQER datasheet?

PCA9306DQER Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for PCA9306DQER?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many I2C or SMBus channels does the PCA9306DQER support?

The PCA9306DQER integrates 2 channels of independent bidirectional signal translation, each providing a single-bit signal path with open-drain outputs that match standard I2C and SMBus pull-up architectures for reliable operation.

What propagation delay should engineers expect from this translator?

This device specifies a maximum propagation delay of 2.1 ns per the datasheet, supporting fast signal translation suitable for time-sensitive I2C and SMBus communication in embedded control boards.

How compact is the PCA9306DQER's outline for board-space-constrained layouts?

The PCA9306DQER is housed in an 8-pin small-outline package per JESD-30 code R-PDSO-N8, giving designers a compact footprint ideal for space-constrained PCB layouts in portable and industrial electronics.

In which types of systems do engineers typically deploy the PCA9306DQER?

Design teams typically deploy the PCA9306DQER in mixed-voltage systems bridging 3.3V microcontrollers with 5V legacy I2C or SMBus peripherals across industrial control, telecom infrastructure, and consumer electronics applications.

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PCA9306DQER Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Other) In Stock

What are the key features of PCA9306DQER?

What is PCA9306DQER used for?

What are the specifications of PCA9306DQER?

Compliance & Regulatory

Where can I find the PCA9306DQER datasheet?

What are equivalent replacements for PCA9306DQER?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many I2C or SMBus channels does the PCA9306DQER support?

What propagation delay should engineers expect from this translator?

How compact is the PCA9306DQER's outline for board-space-constrained layouts?

In which types of systems do engineers typically deploy the PCA9306DQER?

Related Guides

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STM32H725IGT3 High-Performance MCU Design Guide

150141VS73100 Violet SMD LED Selection Guide: Color, Drive, and Sourcing

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