TLC542IN Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock
The TLC542IN is an 8-bit successive-approximation ADC with an on-chip 11-channel analog multiplexer and serial output from Texas Instruments. It achieves a maximum conversion time of 20 µs and accepts analog inputs up to 5.5 V, with a 20-pin DIP package. Suitable for multi-channel data acquisition systems requiring a simple 3-wire serial interface.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- TLC542IN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 11-channel on-chip analog multiplexer enables direct connection of up to 11 analog sensors without external MUX components
- 8-bit successive-approximation conversion with 20 µs maximum conversion time and 25 kSPS throughput for real-time multi-channel sampling
- 3-wire serial (SPI-compatible) output interface simplifies MCU interfacing and reduces digital I/O pin count in data-acquisition designs
Applications
The TLC542IN is used in industrial data acquisition systems, environmental monitoring boards, and instrumentation equipment that need to digitise multiple analog sensor signals through a single ADC. Its 11-channel MUX and 8-bit resolution make it cost-effective for applications such as temperature array scanning, multi-axis position sensing, and battery cell monitoring where moderate resolution is acceptable. The through-hole 20-pin DIP package is convenient for prototyping, educational projects, and low-volume production boards where PTH assembly is preferred.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Analog Input Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Conversion Time-Max | 20 µs |
| Converter Type | ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | 0.1953% |
| Number of Analog In Channels | 11 |
| Number of Bits | 8 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Output Bit Code | BINARY |
| Output Format | SERIAL |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Sample Rate | 0.04MHz |
| Sample and Hold / Track and Hold | SAMPLE |
| Supply Current-Max | 2mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.30 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many analog channels can TLC542IN sample, and how does the on-chip MUX simplify board design?
TLC542IN integrates an 11-channel analog multiplexer on the same die as the 8-bit ADC core, allowing up to 11 separate analog signals to share a single ADC without external switching components. This reduces BOM count and PCB area compared to designs using a discrete MUX and ADC, and the channel selection is controlled over the 3-wire serial interface, requiring only 3 digital I/O pins from the host MCU.
What is the conversion speed and resolution of TLC542IN for a multi-sensor data-logging application?
TLC542IN provides 8-bit resolution with a maximum conversion time of 20 µs per sample, corresponding to a maximum sample rate of approximately 25 kSPS per channel. For a 10-channel scan, the effective per-channel update rate is about 2.5 kSPS, which is sufficient for slow-varying signals such as temperature sensors (typically 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz bandwidth) and analog potentiometers in industrial control panels.
What input voltage range does TLC542IN accept and what supply voltage is required?
TLC542IN accepts analog input voltages up to 5.5 V maximum. It typically operates from a 5 V single supply, and the analog input range spans from 0 V to the positive supply voltage, making it directly compatible with 0 V to 5 V sensor outputs and resistive dividers referenced to the supply rail. The 5.5 V absolute maximum input rating provides a small safety margin above a 5 V rail.
For a prototyping project, does the TLC542IN DIP package offer an advantage over surface-mount ADCs?
Yes. The TLC542IN is available in a 20-pin DIP package (PDIP-T20) that inserts directly into solderless breadboards and standard PTH proto-boards, making it accessible for rapid prototyping and academic lab exercises. There is no need for a breakout board or hot-air soldering station, unlike surface-mount alternatives, which reduces setup time significantly when evaluating the 11-channel acquisition capability or developing firmware for an SPI-based ADC interface.
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