ULN2004AID Texas Instruments Transistor (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
ULN2004AID is a 7-channel Darlington transistor array IC from Texas Instruments. Features open-collector outputs with built-in flyback diodes, 500mA per channel, 50V output voltage, SOIC-16 package. Ideal for relay driving, motor control, and LED arrays. From $0.45, in stock worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- ULN2004AID Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Transistor
- Price
- From $0.4500(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 105.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 7-channel Darlington array with 500mA per-channel sink current and 50V output voltage rating
- Built-in transient suppression diodes on all outputs for inductive load protection
- CMOS/PMOS/NMOS compatible inputs with standard logic-level drive (standard input characteristics)
- Open-collector outputs support wired-OR configurations and versatile load driving
- SOIC-16 (PDSO-G16) package enables compact PCB layout and automated assembly
Applications
The ULN2004AID is widely used as a peripheral driver for relay coils, solenoids, stepper motors, and high-current LED arrays in industrial automation and consumer electronics. Its open-collector outputs and integrated flyback diodes make it ideal for driving inductive loads directly from microcontroller GPIO pins without external protection components. Typical applications include PLC output modules, printer head drivers, LED display multiplexing, and motor driver stages in robotics and home appliance control systems.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Built-in Protections | TRANSIENT |
| Driver Number of Bits | 7 |
| Input Characteristics | STANDARD |
| Interface IC Type | BUFFER OR INVERTER BASED PERIPHERAL DRIVER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Output Characteristics | OPEN-COLLECTOR |
| Output Current Flow Direction | SINK |
| Output Current-Max | 0.5A |
| Output Peak Current Limit-Nom | 0.5A |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP16,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Supply Current-Max | 1.45mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 8V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | BIPOLAR |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Turn-off Time | 10 µs |
| Turn-on Time | 10 µs |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for ULN2004AID:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum output current and voltage of the ULN2004AID?
The ULN2004AID supports a maximum continuous output sink current of 500mA per channel and a maximum output voltage of 50V. Peak output current can reach 600mA. These ratings make it suitable for driving relays, solenoids, and stepper motor windings directly from logic-level control signals.
What input logic levels are compatible with the ULN2004AID?
The ULN2004AID features standard input characteristics compatible with CMOS, PMOS, NMOS, and TTL logic families. Input threshold voltages are designed to accept standard 5V logic signals, and the input resistors are internally integrated, so no external current-limiting resistors are required when driving from typical microcontroller GPIO pins.
Does the ULN2004AID include flyback diode protection for inductive loads?
Yes, the ULN2004AID includes built-in transient suppression (flyback) diodes on all seven output channels. These clamp voltage spikes generated by inductive loads such as relay coils and solenoids, eliminating the need for external protection diodes and simplifying circuit design.
What package does the ULN2004AID use and what are its dimensions?
The ULN2004AID comes in a 16-pin Small Outline Integrated Circuit (SOIC-16) package, also known as PDSO-G16 per JESD-30. This surface-mount package has a body width of 3.9mm and 1.27mm pin pitch, suitable for automated PCB assembly and high-density board layouts.
What are common alternatives to the ULN2004AID?
Common alternatives include the ULN2003A (7-channel, 500mA, DIP-16 or SOIC-16, TTL/CMOS input), ULN2803A (8-channel Darlington array, 500mA, SOIC-18), and TD62083 from Toshiba. The ULN2004AID is specifically optimized for CMOS/PMOS input compatibility, distinguishing it from ULN2003A which targets TTL inputs.
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