SNJ55LVDS31J Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Ceramic Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
Texas Instruments SNJ55LVDS31J is a quad-channel LVDS line driver compliant with EIA/TIA-644, featuring 4 differential outputs, standard CMOS-compatible inputs, and a 16-pin ceramic DIP package for military-grade applications.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Ceramic Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SNJ55LVDS31J Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of SNJ55LVDS31J?
- Quad 4-channel LVDS driver delivers four simultaneous high-speed differential outputs from a single 16-pin package
- EIA-644 and TIA-644 compliant LVDS signaling for noise-immune data transmission at rates exceeding 400 Mbps per channel
- Military-grade ceramic DIP-16 package (GDIP-T16) meets harsh environment reliability requirements for defense and aerospace systems
- Standard CMOS-compatible inputs allow direct drive from 3.3 V or 5 V logic without level-shifting circuitry
- YTEOL of 15 years indicates long product availability horizon for sustained military and industrial supply chains
What is SNJ55LVDS31J used for?
The SNJ55LVDS31J is deployed in military, aerospace, and high-reliability industrial systems requiring high-speed differential data transmission with guaranteed long-term component availability. Its 4-channel LVDS driver capability makes it suitable for parallel bus-to-differential conversion on radar signal processors, avionics data buses, and ruggedized computing backplanes. Defense program managers favor the ceramic DIP package for its hermetic sealing properties and ability to withstand shock, vibration, and wide temperature extremes encountered in airborne and shipboard electronics.
What are the specifications of SNJ55LVDS31J?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Differential Output | YES |
| Driver Number of Bits | 4 |
| High Level Input Current-Max | 0.00002A |
| Input Characteristics | STANDARD |
| Interface IC Type | LINE DRIVER |
| Interface Standard | EIA-644; TIA-644 |
| JESD-30 Code | R-GDIP-T16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e0 |
| Number of Functions | 4 |
| Out Swing-Min | 0.247V |
| Output Characteristics | 3-STATE |
| Output Polarity | TRUE |
| Package Body Material | CERAMIC, GLASS-SEALED |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP16,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Screening Level | MIL-PRF-38535 |
| Supply Current-Max | 35mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3V |
| Supply Voltage1-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage1-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage1-Nom | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | MILITARY |
| Terminal Finish | Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Transmit Delay-Max | 4.5ns |
| Package | Ceramic Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
Where can I find the SNJ55LVDS31J datasheet?
SNJ55LVDS31J Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for SNJ55LVDS31J?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SNJ55LVDS31J:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many differential output channels does the SNJ55LVDS31J provide, and what standard do they conform to?
The SNJ55LVDS31J integrates 4 differential LVDS driver channels per package, all conforming to EIA-644 and TIA-644 LVDS standards. Each channel drives a 100-ohm differential load with a nominal voltage swing of approximately 350 mV, enabling data rates exceeding 400 Mbps per channel in point-to-point or multipoint topologies.
Why is the ceramic DIP package of the SNJ55LVDS31J preferred for military and aerospace designs?
The SNJ55LVDS31J uses a hermetically sealed 16-pin ceramic DIP (GDIP-T16) package, which provides moisture resistance and thermal stability far exceeding plastic packages. Military and aerospace programs require ceramic hermetic packages to meet MIL-STD reliability screening and survive storage at -55°C to 125°C along with mechanical shock and vibration environments specified in DO-254 and MIL-PRF-38535 qualified part flows.
What input logic levels does the SNJ55LVDS31J accept, and can it interface directly with 3.3 V FPGAs?
The SNJ55LVDS31J accepts standard CMOS-compatible input levels, with a maximum high-level input current of 20 µA. This is directly compatible with 3.3 V FPGA and ASIC I/O banks without any level translation, making it straightforward to fan out 4 LVDS transmit channels from an FPGA in radar, communications, or instrumentation designs.
How does the SNJ55LVDS31J compare to plastic-packaged LVDS drivers for long-lifetime program requirements?
The SNJ55LVDS31J carries a YTEOL (Years to End of Life) of 15, offering a substantially longer guaranteed availability window than most commercial plastic-packaged LVDS drivers. For defense acquisition programs with 20-30 year sustainment requirements, this long production horizon reduces the risk of mid-program last-time-buy situations and avoids costly redesigns associated with part obsolescence.
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