Diodes Incorporated APX803L-12SA-7
- Part No.:
- APX803L-12SA-7
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- Supervisors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
APX803L-12SA-7.pdf
- Description:
- IC SUPERVISOR 1 CHANNEL SOT23
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Product details
Overview
APX803L-12SA-7 from Diodes Incorporated is a micro-power voltage detector IC designed for µP supervisory circuits, providing precise 1.2V threshold detection with ±1.5% accuracy, 1µA typical supply current, and open-drain active-low reset output in SOT23-3 package-used in battery-powered IoT sensors and portable medical devices to ensure reliable power-on reset sequencing.
For engineers reviewing the APX803L-12SA-7 datasheet, APX803L-12SA-7 pinout, APX803L-12SA-7 application, or APX803L-12SA-7 equivalent, key selection criteria include threshold voltage tolerance, reset timeout options (0/55/220/450ms), low-quiescent-current operation, and SOT23-3 footprint compatibility with space-constrained embedded designs.
Technical Context
The APX803L-12SA-7 implements a precision bandgap-based voltage reference with built-in hysteresis (0.01×VTH) to prevent reset chatter during supply ramp-up or brownout conditions. Its internal fixed 1.2V detection threshold is laser-trimmed during wafer test to achieve ±1.5% initial accuracy across -40°C to +85°C ambient range.
This device operates as a standalone supervisor with no external components required: VCC powers the circuit, GND provides reference, and RESET outputs an open-drain signal that pulls low when VCC drops below 1.2V and remains asserted until VCC exceeds 1.2V + hysteresis, with propagation delay under 20µs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Reset Threshold | 1.2V ±1.5% - ensures accurate power-fail detection for 1.2V logic rails and low-voltage microcontrollers |
| Supply Current | 1.0µA typical - enables multi-year battery life in coin-cell-powered wearables and remote sensors |
| Reset Timeout | 0ms - delivers immediate reset assertion upon undervoltage, suitable for fast-recovery systems |
| Output Type | Open-drain, active-low - allows wired-OR reset bus sharing and flexible pull-up voltage selection |
| Propagation Delay | <20µs - guarantees rapid fault response before system state corruption occurs |
| Operating Voltage | 0.9V to 5.5V - supports wide-input applications including single-cell Li-ion and 3.3V/5V domains |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C - validated for industrial and consumer-grade embedded environments |
Pinout & Package
SOT23-3 package (3-pin, 1.3mm × 2.9mm, 0.95mm height) with gull-wing leads, RoHS-compliant, lead-free, halogen-free construction.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GND | Ground reference for internal comparator and output stage; must be connected to system ground plane |
| 2 | RESET | Open-drain active-low reset output; requires external pull-up resistor to define logic-high level |
| 3 | VCC | Power supply input; monitors this rail for undervoltage condition and powers internal circuitry |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ultra-low supply current | 1.0µA typical enables >10-year battery life in always-on sensor nodes |
| Precision threshold accuracy | ±1.5% over temperature eliminates need for external calibration in cost-sensitive designs |
| Fast reset response | <20µs propagation delay prevents CPU lockup during transient supply dips |
| No external components | Self-contained operation reduces BOM count and PCB area vs. discrete supervisor solutions |
| Multiple timeout options | 0ms variant supports deterministic reset timing without added RC delay networks |
Applications
| Smart Wearable Sensors | Industrial PLC I/O Modules |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Continuous monitoring of coin-cell voltage in fitness trackers with BLE connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage supervisor ensuring clean processor reset before firmware execution begins. Use Value: Prevents corrupted memory writes during brownout by asserting reset within 20µs at 1.2V threshold. | Use Scenario: Power monitoring for 24V DC-powered digital input cards in factory automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone reset generator for ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller on isolated I/O board. Use Value: Guarantees deterministic boot sequence after field wiring-induced supply transients. |
| Portable Medical Devices | Edge AI Inference Nodes |
Use Scenario: Battery-backed glucose meter with LCD display and USB charging interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary supervisor for main SoC and analog front-end ASIC. Use Value: Delivers 1.2V detection with ±1.5% accuracy across -20°C to +60°C operating range. | Use Scenario: Low-power vision sensor node using RISC-V MCU and neural network accelerator. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reset controller coordinating power-up sequencing between core and peripheral domains. Use Value: Enables zero-delay reset assertion (0ms timeout) for strict timing-critical boot protocols. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar voltage supervisor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS3808G12DBVR | Higher quiescent current (800nA min, 1.8µA typ), tighter threshold accuracy (±0.5%), adjustable delay via capacitor | Requires external timing capacitor; better suited for designs needing programmable timeout | Select when higher accuracy and configurable delay outweigh ultra-low IQ requirement |
| MAX6326UR12+T | Higher supply current (2.5µA typ), same 1.2V threshold, 200ms fixed delay, SC70-3 package | Fixed 200ms delay only; incompatible pinout (RESET on pin 1 vs. pin 2 on APX803L) | Choose only if 200ms delay is mandatory and SC70 footprint acceptable |
Compared with TPS3808G12DBVR and MAX6326UR12+T, the APX803L-12SA-7 offers the lowest supply current (1µA typ) and direct SOT23-3 pin compatibility, making it optimal for space- and energy-constrained designs where fixed 0ms reset timing is acceptable.
Availability
APX803L-12SA-7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart wearable sensors, industrial PLC I/O modules, and portable medical devices requiring stable component supply with long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for APX803L-12SA-7 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Diodes Incorporated is a global semiconductor company specializing in discrete, analog, and mixed-signal ICs, with design centers in Asia, Europe, and the U.S., serving industrial, computing, communications, and consumer markets.
The APX803L series belongs to Diodes' µP supervisory product line, engineered specifically for ultra-low-power, high-accuracy reset generation in battery-operated and space-constrained embedded systems.
FAQ
What is the exact reset threshold voltage and its tolerance for APX803L-12SA-7?
The APX803L-12SA-7 has a nominal reset threshold of 1.2V with ±1.5% accuracy over the full operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C), verified per Electrical Characteristics table in DS38171 Rev. 3–2. This corresponds to a guaranteed detection window of 1.182V to 1.218V at +25°C, tightening to 1.178V–1.222V across temperature.
Does APX803L-12SA-7 require any external components to function?
No external components are required. The APX803L-12SA-7 operates as a fully self-contained voltage supervisor: only VCC, GND, and a pull-up resistor on the open-drain RESET pin are needed. No capacitors, resistors, or trimming elements are necessary for basic reset functionality or timing.
What is the meaning of the "-7" suffix in APX803L-12SA-7?
The "-7" suffix denotes tape-and-reel packaging: 3,000 units per 7-inch reel. This is standard for automated SMT assembly and confirmed in the Ordering Information section of DS38171, where "7" is explicitly defined as "Tape & Reel" packing code.
Can APX803L-12SA-7 drive a 10kΩ pull-up resistor to 3.3V reliably?
Yes. With VOL ≤ 0.4V at ISINK = 3.5mA (per datasheet), the APX803L-12SA-7 can easily sink >300µA into a 10kΩ pull-up to 3.3V (I = 3.3V/10kΩ = 330µA), maintaining valid logic-low levels well within specification and ensuring robust noise immunity in noisy industrial environments.
APX803L-12SA-7 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- Simple Reset/Power-On Reset
- Number of Voltages Monitored:
- 1
- Voltage - Threshold:
- 1.2V
- Output:
- Open Drain or Open Collector
- Reset:
- Active Low
- Reset Timeout:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-23-3
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