PTLV4021R1YKAR Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (BGA) In Stock

Texas Instruments PTLV4021R1YKAR is a single low-power voltage comparator with an integrated precision reference in a 4-ball DSBGA package. It features an open-drain output and ultra-low 5 nA bias current for always-on threshold detection. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.

OBSOLETEIntegrated CircuitVerified May 2026
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PTLV4021R1YKARBGA
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
BGA
Pin Count
4
Lifecycle
OBSOLETE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Temp Range
-40.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of PTLV4021R1YKAR?

  • Integrated precision voltage reference eliminates external reference components in threshold-detect circuits
  • Ultra-low 5 nA average bias current extends battery life in always-on IoT sensing nodes
  • 4-ball DSBGA package occupies minimal PCB area, ideal for space-constrained wearable designs

What is PTLV4021R1YKAR used for?

PTLV4021R1YKAR is ideal for battery-level detection, supply monitoring, and power-on reset circuits in portable and wearable electronics where board space and quiescent current are tightly constrained. Its integrated precision reference simplifies low-threshold alert circuits in IoT sensor nodes without adding a discrete reference IC. The open-drain output allows easy level shifting and wired-OR configurations with microcontroller GPIO pins.

What are the specifications of PTLV4021R1YKAR?

Date Of Intro2018-10-21
YTEOL0
Amplifier TypeCOMPARATOR
Average Bias Current-Max (IIB)0.005 µA
JESD-30 CodeS-PBGA-B4
Number of Functions1
Output TypeOPEN-DRAIN
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package ShapeSQUARE
Package StyleGRID ARRAY, VERY THIN PROFILE, FINE PITCH
Response Time-Nom450ns
Supply Voltage Limit-Max6V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)1.8V
Surface MountYES
Temperature GradeAUTOMOTIVE
Terminal FormBALL
Terminal Pitch0.35mm
Terminal PositionBOTTOM
PackageBGA

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.60

Where can I find the PTLV4021R1YKAR datasheet?

PTLV4021R1YKAR Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for PTLV4021R1YKAR?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for PTLV4021R1YKAR:

PTLV4021R2YKARTexas Instruments

Comparator, 1 Func, 450ns Response Time, PBGA4

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the integrated precision reference in PTLV4021R1YKAR simplify a battery under-voltage lockout circuit?

Because PTLV4021R1YKAR includes a built-in precision reference, a designer only needs a resistor divider on the battery rail to set the trip threshold — no external reference IC or DAC is required. The 5 nA maximum bias current means the monitoring path draws negligible current from the cell, extending shelf life and runtime.

What PCB footprint does the PTLV4021R1YKAR 4-ball DSBGA package require, and why does that matter for wearables?

The 4-ball DSBGA (VFBGA) package has a 0.4 mm pitch and an overall outline under 1 mm × 1 mm, occupying less than 1 mm² of board area. For wearable devices where every square millimeter is competed for, this allows a fully functional comparator-plus-reference in a footprint smaller than a grain of rice.

In a multi-rail system, how does the open-drain output of PTLV4021R1YKAR support level-shifting to a 3.3 V microcontroller?

The open-drain output pulls low when the threshold is crossed and floats when not asserted. Tying a pull-up resistor — typically 100 kΩ — to the 3.3 V rail converts the output to a 3.3 V logic-compatible signal regardless of the comparator supply voltage, enabling safe connection to a 3.3 V MCU GPIO without any active level-shifting IC.

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About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. TI designs and manufactures analog and embedded processing chips used in industrial, automotive, consumer, communications, and enterprise systems.

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