TCA9548ARGER Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
TCA9548ARGER is an 8-channel I2C switch with reset from Texas Instruments, featuring 70Ω on-state resistance and VQFN-24 package. From $0.60, in stock worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 25
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TCA9548ARGER Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.6000(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 TCA9548ARGER?
- 8-channel I2C bus switch with individual channel enable/disable control
- Active-low reset pin for quick bus fault recovery
- Wide supply voltage range of 1.65V to 5.5V for multi-voltage system compatibility
- Low on-state resistance of 70Ω per channel ensures signal integrity
- Supports I2C clock frequencies up to 400kHz (Fast Mode)
What is TCA9548ARGER used for?
The TCA9548ARGER is widely used in systems requiring multiple I2C devices with identical addresses, such as sensor arrays in industrial automation and IoT designs. It is commonly deployed in multi-display systems, multi-camera modules, and embedded computing platforms like Raspberry Pi or Arduino expansions. The chip also serves robotics and medical equipment designs where bus isolation and fault containment across I2C segments are critical.
What are the specifications of TCA9548ARGER?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Analog IC - Other Type | SINGLE-ENDED MULTIPLEXER |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQCC-N24 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Channels | 8 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| On-state Resistance-Max (Ron) | 70Ω |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | LCC24,.16SQ,20 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Signal Current-Max | 0.08A |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 1.65V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 1.8V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Switch-off Time-Max | 1ns |
| Switch-on Time-Max | 1ns |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| ## TCA9548ARGER Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | Quad Flat No-Lead |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 2 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
Where can I find the TCA9548ARGER datasheet?
TCA9548ARGER Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for TCA9548ARGER?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TCA9548ARGER:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum number of I2C channels the TCA9548ARGER supports?
The TCA9548ARGER supports up to 8 independent I2C channels. Each channel can be individually enabled or disabled via the control register, allowing up to 8 separate I2C bus segments to share a single master without address conflicts.
What is the operating supply voltage range for the TCA9548ARGER?
The TCA9548ARGER operates from a supply voltage of 1.65V to 5.5V, making it suitable for both 3.3V and 5V I2C systems. This wide range provides flexibility for interfacing devices with different logic levels in mixed-voltage designs.
How does the reset pin function on the TCA9548ARGER?
The TCA9548ARGER includes an active-low reset pin (RESET#) that, when asserted, disables all channels and sets the control register to zero. This feature helps recover from bus lock-up conditions caused by stuck I2C devices, improving overall system reliability.
What package type is the TCA9548ARGER and what are its dimensions?
The TCA9548ARGER comes in a VQFN-24 (24-pin Very Thin Quad Flat No-Lead) package with a 4mm x 4mm body footprint. This compact package is ideal for space-constrained PCB designs in portable and embedded applications.
Can the TCA9548ARGER be used to connect I2C sensors with duplicate addresses?
Yes, the TCA9548ARGER is specifically designed to solve the problem of duplicate I2C addresses. By enabling only one channel at a time, the master can communicate with multiple identical sensors or devices that share the same 7-bit I2C address without conflict.
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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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