UC3846Alternatives & Equivalent Parts
About UC3846
UC3846 is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It comes in a Dual-In-Line Packages package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | UC3846Source | UC3846N |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | Texas Instruments |
| Package Type | Dual-In-Line Packages | Dual-In-Line Packages |
| Pin Count | 16 | 16 |
| Temperature Range | — | ~ 70.0°C |
| Price | — | $1.0499 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | OBSOLETE | ACTIVE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||
| YTEOL | 0 | 15 |
| Pbfree Code | — | Yes |
| Analog IC - Other Type | — | SWITCHING CONTROLLER |
| Control Mode | — | CURRENT-MODE |
| Control Technique | — | PULSE WIDTH MODULATION |
| Input Voltage-Max | — | 40 V |
| Input Voltage-Min | — | 7.25 V |
| Input Voltage-Nom | — | 15 V |
| JESD-30 Code | — | R-PDIP-T16 |
| JESD-609 Code | — | e4 |
| Number of Functions | — | 1 |
| Output Current-Max | — | 0.5 A |
| Output Voltage-Max | — | 5.2 V |
| Output Voltage-Min | — | 5 V |
| Output Voltage-Nom | — | 5.1 V |
| Package Body Material | — | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | — | DIP16,.3 |
| Package Shape | — | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | — | IN-LINE |
| Qualification Status | — | Not Qualified |
| Supply Current-Max (Isup) | — | 21 mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | — | 40 V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | — | 7.7 V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | — | 15 V |
| Surface Mount | — | NO |
| Switcher Configuration | — | BUCK-BOOST |
| Switching Frequency-Max | — | 500 kHz |
| Technology | — | BICMOS |
| Temperature Grade | — | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | — | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | — | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | — | 2.54 mm |
| Terminal Position | — | DUAL |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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FAQ
What is equivalent to UC3846?
Known equivalents for UC3846 include UC3846N. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of UC3846?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
How do I verify UC3846 alternatives?
Compare the datasheet specifications including pinout, voltage ratings, timing parameters, and package dimensions. FindMyChip's engineering team can help with compatibility verification — submit an RFQ to get started.