TL431CLPRE3 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (TO-92) In Stock

TL431CLPRE3 is an adjustable precision shunt voltage reference IC with 2.2% initial accuracy and output voltage range from 2.5V to 36V. Operates as a two-terminal programmable zener replacement in 3-pin TO-92 through-hole package. Available from Texas Instruments in stock with worldwide shipping.

OBSOLETEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
Package / Visual Reference
TL431CLPRE3TO-92
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
TO-92
Pin Count
999
Lifecycle
OBSOLETE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.0616(MOQ 250)
Temp Range
?°C to 70.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

Key Features

  • Adjustable output voltage from 2.5 V to 36 V with only 2 external resistors
  • 2.2% initial accuracy over temperature for precise voltage regulation in feedback loops
  • Low cathode current from 1 mA enables use in low-power standby and reference circuits

Applications

TL431CLPRE3 is used as a programmable voltage reference and error amplifier in switched-mode power supply feedback circuits, where it sets the regulated output voltage with high accuracy. Its adjustable 2.5 V to 36 V range and low 1 mA operating current make it ideal for optocoupler-isolated feedback loops in flyback and buck converters. The TO-92 through-hole package also suits prototyping, legacy industrial power boards, and educational electronics kits requiring a reliable shunt reference.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Reach Compliance CodeCompliant
Date Of Intro2017-07-09
YTEOL0
Analog IC - Other TypeTWO TERMINAL VOLTAGE REFERENCE
JESD-30 CodeO-XBCY-T3
JESD-609 Codee3
Number of Functions1
Number of Outputs1
Output Voltage-Max2.55V
Output Voltage-Min2.44V
Output Voltage-Nom2.495V
Package Body MaterialUNSPECIFIED
Package ShapeROUND
Package StyleCYLINDRICAL
Surface MountNO
TechnologyBIPOLAR
Temp Coef of Voltage-Max92ppm/°C
Temperature GradeCOMMERCIAL
Terminal FinishMatte Tin (Sn)
Terminal FormTHROUGH-HOLE
Terminal PositionBOTTOM
Trim/Adjustable OutputYES
PackageTO-92

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.01

Datasheet

TL431CLPRE3 Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What output voltage range does TL431CLPRE3 support and how is it set?

TL431CLPRE3 supports an adjustable output voltage from 2.5 V to 36 V, programmed using 2 external resistors connected to its reference (REF) pin. With a 2.2% initial accuracy at a 2.495 V internal reference, it provides a stable and precise regulated voltage suitable for power supply feedback networks and analog voltage references.

How is TL431CLPRE3 used in isolated flyback power supply designs?

In isolated flyback converters, TL431CLPRE3 serves as the error amplifier on the secondary side, comparing the output voltage against its 2.495 V internal reference and driving an optocoupler. The optocoupler then modulates the primary-side PWM controller, achieving tight regulation within 2.2% accuracy across load and line variations from 5 V to 36 V output configurations.

What is the minimum cathode current for TL431CLPRE3 and how does it affect low-power circuit designs?

TL431CLPRE3 requires a minimum cathode current of approximately 1 mA to maintain regulation. This low threshold makes it suitable for standby-mode power supplies and low-power reference circuits where minimizing quiescent current consumption is important, such as in always-on 5 V USB charger standby rails or 12 V industrial sensor supplies.

Is TL431CLPRE3 RoHS-compliant and what package does it come in?

Yes, TL431CLPRE3 is Pb-free and RoHS-compliant (JESD-609 code e3, REACH Compliant). It is supplied in a 3-pin TO-92 through-hole plastic package, which is easy to hand-solder and well-suited for prototyping, repair boards, and through-hole industrial designs requiring a rugged, long-life shunt reference.

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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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