THS6012CDWPG4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Texas Instruments THS6012CDWPG4 is a dual ADSL line driver IC in a 20-pin HSOP package supporting 9 V to 32 V single-supply or ±5 V to ±16 V dual-supply operation. Delivers high output current for driving telephone line transformers in ADSL CPE and CO equipment. Supplied in tube packaging and fully compliant with ADSL/ADSL2+ line driver requirements.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- THS6012CDWPG4 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of THS6012CDWPG4?
- Dual-channel line driver supporting 9 V to 32 V single-supply operation, eliminating the need for split-rail power in ADSL CPE designs
- High output current drive capability with differential input configuration, optimized for driving low-impedance telephone line transformers at ADSL frequencies
- 20-pin HSOP exposed-pad package (R-PDSO-G20) enhances thermal dissipation, extending continuous operation headroom in central office line card environments
What is THS6012CDWPG4 used for?
THS6012CDWPG4 is primarily designed for ADSL and ADSL2+ customer-premises equipment (CPE) modems and central office (CO) line cards, where it drives the subscriber telephone loop through a transformer. The dual-channel architecture allows both upstream and downstream differential signals to be driven from a single IC, reducing bill-of-materials count in broadband gateway designs. Its wide 9 V to 32 V supply range also makes it applicable in industrial communication interfaces requiring high-voltage differential line driving.
What are the specifications of THS6012CDWPG4?
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Additional Feature | 9V TO 32V SINGLE SUPPLY OPERATION ALSO POSSIBLE |
| Differential Output | NO |
| Driver Number of Bits | 2 |
| High Level Input Current-Max | 0.000012A |
| Input Characteristics | DIFFERENTIAL |
| Interface IC Type | LINE DRIVER |
| Interface Standard | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 2 |
| Out Swing-Min | 2.8V |
| Output Polarity | TRUE |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP20,.4 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Current-Max | 15mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 16V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Supply Voltage1-Max | 16V |
| Supply Voltage1-Min | 4.5V |
| Supply Voltage1-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | BICMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 2 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
Where can I find the THS6012CDWPG4 datasheet?
THS6012CDWPG4 Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for THS6012CDWPG4?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for THS6012CDWPG4:
Frequently Asked Questions
What supply voltage range does THS6012CDWPG4 support and how does it affect ADSL system design?
THS6012CDWPG4 supports single-supply operation from 9 V to 32 V, as well as dual split-supply configurations of ±5 V to ±16 V, giving designers flexibility in power architecture. This wide range allows direct use of standard 12 V or 15 V DC rails commonly found in DSL CPE power supplies without intermediate regulation, reducing component count and board area.
How many driver channels does THS6012CDWPG4 integrate and what is its differential input configuration?
THS6012CDWPG4 integrates 2 independent driver channels with differential input characteristics, enabling both the upstream and downstream ADSL signal paths to be driven from one device. The differential input accepts signals from DSP or AFE outputs with a high-level input current maximum of 12 µA, maintaining compatibility with standard logic-level drivers.
What thermal advantage does the exposed-pad HSOP package provide for THS6012CDWPG4 in line card applications?
The 20-pin HSOP exposed-pad package (JESD-30 code R-PDSO-G20) allows direct thermal conduction from the die to the PCB ground plane through the exposed pad, reducing junction-to-board thermal resistance compared to standard SOIC packages without exposed pads. This is critical in CO line card environments where THS6012CDWPG4 may dissipate several watts continuously across 24-port cards running at full ADSL2+ line rates.
Which alternative TI line drivers should be evaluated alongside THS6012CDWPG4 for new ADSL2+ designs?
For new ADSL2+ designs, engineers often evaluate THS6012CDWPG4 alongside THS6132 and THS6042, which offer higher output swing and improved distortion performance at ADSL2+ frequencies above 1 MHz. The THS6012 remains preferred in cost-sensitive CPE designs requiring only ADSL (up to 1.1 MHz) bandwidth, where its lower quiescent current reduces power consumption in always-on residential gateways operating from a 12 V adapter.
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