TLV3601QDCKRQ1 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (5-Pin)) In Stock
TLV3601QDCKRQ1 is an AEC-Q100 automotive high-speed rail-to-rail comparator by Texas Instruments with 2.5 ns propagation delay. Key specs: push-pull output, 5 µA input bias current, 5-pin SC70 package rated -40 °C to +125 °C. From $0.85, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- SOT23 (5-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 5
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TLV3601QDCKRQ1 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.0100(MOQ 25)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 2.5 ns propagation delay high-speed rail-to-rail comparator enabling sub-microsecond threshold detection in automotive sensing and power protection circuits
- Push-pull output stage drives logic loads directly without a pull-up resistor, simplifying board design compared to open-collector comparators
- AEC-Q100 qualified in a 5-pin SC70 package for -40 °C to +125 °C automotive operation, occupying less than 2 mm² of PCB area
Applications
The TLV3601QDCKRQ1 is used in automotive over-voltage and under-voltage protection circuits where a battery or supply rail must be compared against a reference threshold with nanosecond-level response to prevent damage to downstream electronics. High-speed pulse-width measurement and zero-crossing detection in motor control ECUs also rely on its 2.5 ns delay to accurately capture fast signal transitions. LIDAR and radar time-of-flight receivers in ADAS systems use this comparator to convert analog return pulses into precise digital timestamps.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Amplifier Type | COMPARATOR |
| Average Bias Current-Max (IIB) | 5 µA |
| Bias Current-Max (IIB) @25C | 5 µA |
| Input Offset Voltage-Max | 5000 µV |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G5 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Output Type | PUSH-PULL |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSOP5/6,.08 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Packing Method | TR |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Response Time-Nom | 2.5ns |
| Screening Level | AEC-Q100 |
| Supply Current-Max | 7mA |
| Supply Voltage Limit-Max | 6V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 2.5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| 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 |
| ## TLV3601QDCKRQ1 Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | SOT23 (5-Pin) |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TLV3601QDCKRQ1:
Frequently Asked Questions
What propagation delay does the TLV3601QDCKRQ1 achieve, and why does it matter in LIDAR systems?
The TLV3601QDCKRQ1 achieves a propagation delay of 2.5 ns, which corresponds to a ranging distance uncertainty of approximately 37.5 cm at the speed of light. In automotive LIDAR time-of-flight receivers, this sub-3 ns delay is essential for achieving centimeter-level distance resolution, making the TLV3601QDCKRQ1 a competitive choice alongside dedicated TOF comparators.
How does the push-pull output of the TLV3601QDCKRQ1 simplify PCB design compared to open-collector comparators?
The push-pull output actively drives both logic high and logic low levels without requiring an external pull-up resistor to VCC. This eliminates 1 passive component per comparator instance, reduces output rise time on capacitive loads compared to resistor-pulled open-collector outputs, and allows the output to directly drive CMOS gate inputs across voltage rails from 2.7 V to 5.5 V.
Which automotive temperature range and qualification does the TLV3601QDCKRQ1 cover?
The TLV3601QDCKRQ1 is AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified, covering the full automotive operating temperature range of -40 °C to +125 °C. Grade 1 qualification subjects the device to extended temperature cycling, high-temperature operating life, and moisture sensitivity tests, confirming it meets the reliability requirements of underhood automotive sensors and ECU analog front ends.
For a compact automotive sensor board, how much PCB space does the TLV3601QDCKRQ1 require?
The TLV3601QDCKRQ1 uses a 5-pin SC70 package measuring approximately 2.0 mm × 2.1 mm, occupying roughly 4.2 mm² of PCB area. Its rail-to-rail input common-mode range and push-pull output mean no additional passive components are needed beyond bypass capacitors, keeping the total solution footprint below 10 mm² in a typical comparator circuit.
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