Diodes Incorporated PI3CH480LE
- Part No.:
- PI3CH480LE
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
- Package:
- 16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
PI3CH480LE.pdf
- Description:
- IC MUX/DEMUX 4 X 2:1 16TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
PI3CH480LE from Diodes Incorporated is a 4-channel, 2:1 analog multiplexer/demultiplexer with tri-state outputs, designed for high-bandwidth signal routing in 1.8V/2.5V/3.3V systems. It delivers 500 MHz –3dB bandwidth, <0.3 ns propagation delay, 4–8 Ω on-resistance, and rail-to-rail switching (0–5V with 3.3V supply), enabling low-distortion video, USB 2.0, and PCIe Gen1 signal switching.
For engineers reviewing the PI3CH480LE datasheet, PI3CH480LE pinout, PI3CH480LE application, or PI3CH480LE equivalent, key selection criteria include hot-plug capability, 5V I/O tolerance across all supply voltages, sub-10 ns enable/disable timing, and compatibility with TSSOP-16, QSOP-16, and UQFN3x3-16 packages.
Technical Context
The PI3CH480LE implements four independent bidirectional 2:1 analog switches controlled by a single select (S) and active-low enable (EN) input per channel group. Each switch supports rail-to-rail analog voltage swing up to 5V with 3.3V VCC, and maintains 5V I/O tolerance regardless of power state.
Its architecture eliminates ground bounce and adds no measurable propagation delay beyond RC time constant (~0.3 ns for 10 pF load). Switching is characterized at three supply rails (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V), with on-resistance, crosstalk (–60 dB), and off-isolation (–60 dB) specified across full industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 500 MHz –3dB; supports HDMI 1.4, USB 2.0, and PCIe Gen1 differential signaling without attenuation |
| On-Resistance | 4–8 Ω typical; ensures minimal insertion loss and signal distortion in high-speed analog paths |
| Propagation Delay | <0.3 ns; contributes negligible timing skew in synchronous multi-lane interfaces |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8V/2.5V/3.3V ±10%; enables drop-in use across legacy and low-power logic domains |
| I/O Tolerance | 5V tolerant on all pins with VCC OFF or ON; simplifies level-shifting and hot-swap design |
| ESD Protection | 8 kV HBM; meets IEC 61000-4-2 Level 3 for robust board-level ESD immunity |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +85°C; qualified for industrial-grade embedded and telecom equipment |
Pinout & Package
PI3CH480LE is available in three RoHS-compliant, lead-free packages: 16-pin TSSOP (L), 16-pin QSOP (Q), and 16-pin UQFN3×3 (ZHD). All variants share identical pin functionality and thermal pad grounding (center pad = GND).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| S | Select Input | Common control for all 4 channels; selects IA0/IB0/IC0/ID0 (S=L) or IA1/IB1/IC1/ID1 (S=H) |
| EN | Active-Low Enable | Global enable; drives all Y outputs to high-impedance when high |
| IA0–ID1 (8 pins) | Analog Inputs | Two input pairs per channel (e.g., IA0/IA1 → YA); bidirectional signal path |
| YA–YD (4 pins) | Analog Outputs | Channel outputs; tri-state capable; support hot-plug isolation when EN=H |
| VCC | Power Supply | Single supply pin; powers internal logic and switch bias; accepts 1.8V/2.5V/3.3V |
| GND | Ground Reference | Signal and power return; center pad in UQFN must be soldered to PCB ground plane |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Near-zero propagation delay | 0.3 ns max; preserves signal integrity in >200 Mbps serial links without timing compensation |
| Rail-to-rail switching | 0–5V analog swing with 3.3V VCC; eliminates external level shifters in mixed-voltage systems |
| Hot-insertion capability | Withstands 6V transient on I/O pins during live backplane insertion; prevents latch-up during system expansion |
| 5V I/O tolerance | Valid with VCC powered or unpowered; enables safe interface to legacy 5V peripherals during power sequencing |
| Low quiescent current | 0.2–1.5 mA ICC across supply range; reduces standby power in battery-backed or always-on modules |
Applications
| USB 2.0 Signal Routing | HDMI Source Selection |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Dynamic switching between dual USB 2.0 hosts (e.g., laptop and docking station) sharing a single peripheral. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional 2:1 analog mux for D+/D– differential pairs; preserves 480 Mbps eye diagram integrity. Use Value: Enables seamless host handover without re-enumeration; 500 MHz bandwidth avoids signal degradation at 240 MHz fundamental frequency. |
Use Scenario: Consumer AV receiver selecting among multiple HDMI sources (Blu-ray, game console, streaming box) before output to display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-fidelity analog switch for TMDS clock and data lanes; supports 720p/1080p resolution switching. Use Value: Maintains <0.3 ns inter-pair skew across all 4 channels; prevents pixel jitter or color banding during source change. |
| PCIe Gen1 Lane Multiplexing | Industrial Camera Interface |
Use Scenario: FPGA-based test equipment sharing limited PCIe root complex lanes across multiple daughterboards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-latency 2:1 mux for PCIe TX/RX differential pairs; operates under 3.3V core logic supply. Use Value: Sub-10 ns enable/disable time allows lane reconfiguration within PCIe L0s exit latency budget; 4 Ω RON minimizes insertion loss. |
Use Scenario: Embedded vision system aggregating image data from four CMOS sensors into one MIPI CSI-2 receiver. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Analog front-end signal selector for parallel LVDS or sub-LVDS sensor outputs prior to serializer. Use Value: –60 dB crosstalk prevents ghosting between adjacent camera feeds; industrial temp rating ensures reliability in factory-floor enclosures. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar analog multiplexer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TS3A227E | Lower bandwidth (300 MHz), higher RON (8–12 Ω), 1.65–3.6V only; no 5V I/O tolerance | Not suitable for 5V-tolerant hot-swap or HDMI 1080p; better for cost-sensitive 3.3V-only designs | Choose if supply is strictly ≤3.6V and bandwidth ≤300 MHz suffices; avoid for backplane or mixed-voltage systems |
| ADG732 | Higher RON (4.5–7.5 Ω), lower bandwidth (200 MHz), 1.8–5.5V supply; no guaranteed 5V I/O tolerance in OFF state | Limited to lower-speed industrial I/O; lacks hot-plug robustness and rail-to-rail analog swing at 3.3V | Prefer for precision DC-coupled switching where bandwidth <200 MHz; not recommended for USB/HDMI/PCIe |
Compared with TS3A227E and ADG732, PI3CH480LE uniquely combines 500 MHz bandwidth, 5V I/O tolerance in both ON/OFF states, and rail-to-rail operation at 3.3V - making it the only option qualified for hot-pluggable, multi-standard digital video and high-speed serial routing.
Availability
PI3CH480LE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for USB 2.0 docking stations, HDMI AV receivers, and PCIe test equipment requiring stable component supply across TSSOP, QSOP, and UQFN package variants.
Supply support for PI3CH480LE 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 manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and integrated circuits, specializing in high-performance analog, logic, and power management solutions for industrial, computing, and communications markets.
The PI3CH480LE belongs to Diodes' Pericom analog switch product line, engineered specifically for high-bandwidth, low-distortion signal routing in hot-pluggable digital interfaces including USB, HDMI, and PCI Express.
FAQ
Is PI3CH480LE compatible with 5V logic control signals while operating at 1.8V VCC?
Yes. All logic inputs (S and EN) tolerate up to 3.6V regardless of VCC level, and analog I/O pins withstand 5V even when VCC is unpowered. This enables direct interfacing with 5V microcontrollers or FPGAs without level shifters, supporting flexible power domain partitioning in mixed-voltage systems.
What is the maximum continuous current per switch channel?
The absolute maximum DC output current is 120 mA per channel, verified per datasheet Section "Maximum Ratings". However, sustained operation above 48 mA at 1.8V or 64 mA at 3.3V increases on-resistance variation and thermal stress; design guidance recommends limiting steady-state current to ≤40 mA for long-term reliability.
Does PI3CH480LE require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on S or EN pins?
No. The device has internal weak pull-downs on EN and no internal bias on S; however, external 10–100 kΩ pull-down on EN is recommended for fail-safe high-impedance default state during power-up. S should be actively driven - floating S causes undefined channel selection and may induce leakage or noise coupling.
How does the UQFN3x3-16 (ZHD) package differ electrically from TSSOP-16 (L)?
Electrically identical: same pinout, timing, RON, bandwidth, and thermal specs. Mechanically, ZHD offers 3×3 mm footprint (vs. 5×4.4 mm TSSOP), lower parasitic inductance, and enhanced thermal dissipation via exposed center pad - critical for high-density PCBs in space-constrained USB or HDMI modules where signal integrity and thermal headroom are prioritized.
PI3CH480LE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Multiplexer/Demultiplexer
- Circuit:
- 4 x 2:1
- Independent Circuits:
- 1
- Current - Output High, Low:
- -
- Voltage Supply Source:
- Single Supply
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.62V ~ 1.98V, 2.25V ~ 2.75V, 2.97V ~ 3.63V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 16-TSSOP
PI3CH480LE FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that PI3CH480LE is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All PI3CH480LE products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that PI3CH480LE meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of PI3CH480LE?
All PI3CH480LE units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with PI3CH480LE, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The PI3CH480LE part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for PI3CH480LE:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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