TLC5971PWP Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
TLC5971PWP is a 12-channel RGB LED driver IC with serial interface and PWM dimming control. Features 16-bit grayscale and 7-bit global brightness adjustment, 30V output voltage support. From $2.24, in stock, worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TLC5971PWP Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.2400(MOQ 75)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 12-channel constant-current LED driver with independent RGB control for 4 RGB groups
- 16-bit PWM grayscale dimming with 7-bit global brightness adjustment per color group
- Serial daisy-chain interface supporting up to 30V output voltage for flexible LED string design
- Integrated dot correction and thermal shutdown protection for reliable operation
Applications
The TLC5971PWP is widely used in RGB LED lighting systems including architectural lighting, stage and entertainment lighting, and decorative display panels. Its 12-channel design with independent PWM control makes it ideal for full-color LED matrix displays and signage applications. It is also used in industrial indicator systems and consumer electronics requiring precise multi-channel LED current control.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Data Input Mode | SERIAL |
| Display Mode | SEGMENT |
| Input Characteristics | STANDARD |
| Interface IC Type | LED DISPLAY DRIVER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G20 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Multiplexed Display Capability | NO |
| Number of Channels | 12 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Segments | 12 |
| Output Characteristics | CONSTANT-CURRENT |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP20,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Current-Max | 36mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 17V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 6V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 12V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| 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 | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TLC5971PWP:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TLC5971PWP and what are its key specifications?
The TLC5971PWP is a 12-channel RGB LED driver IC from Texas Instruments in a 20-pin TSSOP package. It supports up to 30V output, offers 16-bit PWM grayscale resolution per channel, 7-bit global brightness control per RGB group, and uses a serial daisy-chain interface for cascading multiple devices.
What applications is the TLC5971PWP suitable for?
The TLC5971PWP is suitable for RGB LED lighting control in architectural, stage, and decorative display applications. Its 12-channel current output and high PWM resolution make it ideal for full-color LED panels, signage, and industrial multi-channel LED indicator systems requiring accurate color reproduction.
How does the TLC5971PWP interface with a microcontroller?
The TLC5971PWP uses a serial data input mode, allowing it to be connected to a microcontroller via a simple serial interface. Multiple devices can be daisy-chained together on a single serial line, reducing the number of I/O pins required for driving large numbers of LED channels.
What package type does the TLC5971PWP come in?
The TLC5971PWP comes in a 20-pin TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package), designated as R-PDSO-G20 per JESD-30. This compact surface-mount package is suitable for space-constrained PCB designs in consumer and industrial LED driver applications.
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