Diodes Incorporated APX803L-20SA-7
- Part No.:
- APX803L-20SA-7
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- Supervisors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
APX803L-20SA-7.pdf
- Description:
- IC SUPERVISOR 1 CHANNEL SOT23
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Product details
Overview
APX803L-20SA-7 from Diodes Incorporated is a micro-power voltage detector IC designed for µP supervisory circuits, monitoring VCC supply rails in embedded digital systems. It features a fixed 2.0V detection threshold (±1.5% accuracy), 1µA typical supply current, open-drain active-low RESET output, and a factory-programmed 220ms reset timeout. It is deployed in battery-powered instrumentation and portable microcontroller systems requiring reliable power-on reset and brownout protection.
For engineers reviewing the APX803L-20SA-7 datasheet, APX803L-20SA-7 pinout, APX803L-20SA-7 application, or APX803L-20SA-7 equivalent, key selection criteria include threshold voltage tolerance, reset delay stability over temperature, low-quiescent-current operation in sleep mode, and compatibility with 1.8V–5.5V logic-level microcontrollers.
Technical Context
The APX803L-20SA-7 implements a precision bandgap-based voltage reference comparator with built-in hysteresis (0.01×VTH) to prevent oscillation during slow VCC transitions. Its internal threshold is trimmed at wafer level to deliver ±1.5% accuracy across -40°C to +85°C ambient range.
It uses an open-drain NMOS output stage capable of sinking ≥3.5mA at 0.4V drop, enabling direct interface with I²C-bus pull-up networks or µP reset inputs. The 220ms reset timeout is internally generated via RC timing and remains stable within ±15% over temperature and supply voltage variation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Detection Threshold | 2.0V ±1.5% - ensures reliable reset assertion before µP operational voltage collapse |
| Supply Current | 1.0µA typical - enables multi-year battery life in always-on monitoring applications |
| Reset Timeout | 220ms (typ.) - meets JEDEC JESD78B minimum reset pulse width for ARM Cortex-M and RISC-V MCUs |
| Output Type | Open-drain, active-low - supports wired-OR reset bus and mixed-voltage system interfacing |
| Response Time | 20µs max - guarantees fast reset assertion during rapid VCC droop events |
| Operating Voltage | 0.9V to 5.5V - supports operation down to sub-1V logic supplies while monitoring higher rails |
| Threshold Hysteresis | 0.01×VTH (20mV) - prevents chatter during marginal supply recovery |
Pinout & Package
SOT23-3 package (JEDEC TO-236AB), 1.3mm × 2.9mm × 1.0mm body, gull-wing leads, RoHS-compliant matte tin lead finish.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (GND) | Ground Reference | Return path for internal bias and output sink current; must be connected to system ground plane |
| 2 (RESET) | Open-Drain Reset Output | Active-low signal asserted when VCC < 2.0V; requires external pull-up to monitored rail or host logic supply |
| 3 (VCC) | Supply Input | Powers internal circuitry and senses monitored voltage rail; decoupling capacitor (100nF) required at pin |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ultra-low quiescent current | 1.0µA typ. - eliminates measurable impact on standby battery drain in IoT sensors |
| Factory-trimmed threshold | 2.0V ±1.5% - removes need for external resistor divider or calibration in production |
| Integrated reset delay | 220ms fixed - replaces discrete RC network and reduces BOM count by one component |
| No external components | Self-contained detection and timing - simplifies layout and improves reliability vs. discrete supervisor solutions |
| Wide supply range | 0.9V to 5.5V - allows single part to monitor 1.2V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V, or 5.0V rails without redesign |
Applications
| Portable Medical Sensors | Industrial PLC I/O Modules |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Wearable ECG patch operating from coin-cell battery with intermittent BLE transmission. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Monitors 3.0V LDO output feeding MCU and analog front-end; asserts RESET if voltage sags below 2.0V during RF burst. Use Value: Prevents firmware corruption during brownout, enabling safe shutdown and guaranteed restart after battery recovery. |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted remote I/O node powered by 24VDC supply with local 3.3V regulation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Supervises 3.3V logic rail feeding FPGA configuration memory and CAN transceiver. Use Value: Ensures deterministic FPGA reconfiguration and CAN bus reinitialization after line transient or power interruption. |
| Smart Home Hub Controllers | Automotive Body Control Modules |
|
Use Scenario: Wi-Fi-enabled home automation gateway with dual-core application processor and real-time co-processor. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides synchronized power-on reset to both processors using shared open-drain RESET net. Use Value: Eliminates race conditions during boot sequence and guarantees consistent initialization order across subsystems. |
Use Scenario: Low-power door module with LIN transceiver, EEPROM, and wake-on-LIN capability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Detects undervoltage on 5.0V regulated rail powering LIN PHY and microcontroller core. Use Value: Triggers controlled shutdown before EEPROM write corruption occurs during vehicle battery sag. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar voltage supervisor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS3808G22DBVR | 2.2V threshold, 350ms default delay, 1.6µA supply current, SOT23-6 package | Requires external capacitor for delay adjustment; larger footprint and higher quiescent current | Select when adjustable delay or tighter 0.5% threshold accuracy is required, accepting higher cost and board area |
| MAX809SEUR+T | 2.0V threshold, 140ms delay, 12µA supply current, SOT23-3 package | Higher supply current limits use in >5-year battery applications; no factory delay option variants | Select only for legacy designs where MAX809 footprint compatibility is mandatory and current draw is not constrained |
Compared with TPS3808G22DBVR and MAX809SEUR+T, the APX803L-20SA-7 delivers superior energy efficiency (1µA vs. ≥12µA), exact 220ms factory-set delay eliminating external components, and identical SOT23-3 footprint-making it optimal for space- and battery-constrained embedded systems.
Availability
APX803L-20SA-7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for portable medical sensors, industrial PLC I/O modules, smart home hub controllers, and automotive body control modules requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for APX803L-20SA-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., and manufacturing in ISO/TS 16949-certified facilities.
The APX803L series belongs to Diodes' Power Management & Supervisory IC product line, engineered specifically for ultra-low-power, high-accuracy voltage monitoring in battery-operated and energy-sensitive embedded systems.
FAQ
What is the actual reset timeout tolerance over temperature for APX803L-20SA-7?
The APX803L-20SA-7 maintains a reset timeout of 220ms ±15% across -40°C to +85°C ambient temperature, as verified in Figure 5 of DS38171 Rev. 3-2. This stability is achieved via on-chip temperature-compensated RC timing, eliminating drift-related boot failures in wide-temperature deployments.
Can APX803L-20SA-7 monitor a 1.8V supply rail?
Yes - the APX803L-20SA-7 operates from 0.9V to 5.5V and detects when its VCC pin falls below 2.0V. To monitor a 1.8V rail, connect the rail directly to VCC; the device will assert RESET when that rail drops below 2.0V, which inherently covers full collapse of a 1.8V system.
Is an external pull-up resistor required on the RESET pin?
Yes - the RESET pin is open-drain and requires an external pull-up resistor (typically 10kΩ to 3.3V or 5V) to establish a valid high state when inactive. Without it, the reset signal remains floating and cannot drive µP reset inputs reliably.
Does APX803L-20SA-7 support reset extension via external capacitor?
No - the 220ms reset timeout is factory-programmed and non-adjustable. Unlike some supervisors with RC-delay pins, the APX803L-20SA-7 integrates fixed timing to reduce component count and ensure repeatable behavior without layout sensitivity.
APX803L-20SA-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:
- 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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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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