Diodes Incorporated PI3VT3306L
- Part No.:
- PI3VT3306L
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
- Package:
- 8-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
PI3VT3306L.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUS SWITCH 1 X 1:1 8TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
PI3VT3306L from Pericom Semiconductor is a 2-bit, 2-port low-voltage translator bus switch operating at 2.5V or 3.3V supply, delivering 5Ω on-resistance, 0.25ns propagation delay, and bidirectional level translation between 3.3V↔2.5V and 2.5V↔1.8V domains in industrial interface applications.
For engineers reviewing the PI3VT3306L datasheet, PI3VT3306L pinout, PI3VT3306L application, or PI3VT3306L equivalent, key selection criteria include verified voltage translation capability, sub-1ns enable/disable timing, guaranteed high-impedance isolation during disable, and TSSOP-8 package compatibility with PCB layout constraints for dense I²C/SPI signal routing.
Technical Context
The PI3VT3306L implements two independent bidirectional analog switches controlled by active-low Bus Enable (BEn) inputs, each supporting rail-to-rail signal pass-through without direction pins. Its MOSFET-based architecture enables true voltage translation via supply-dependent output clamping - e.g., 3.3V input yields ~2.5V output when VCC = 3.3V, and 2.5V input yields ~1.8V output when VCC = 2.5V.
Switching behavior is defined by static logic control only; no internal latching or clocking is present. Propagation delay is dominated by RC time constant of RON (5–30Ω depending on voltage/current conditions) and load capacitance, with measured tPLH/tPHL ≤ 0.25ns at CL = 50pF, confirming near-zero intrinsic delay beyond parasitic limits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Supply Range | 2.5V ±0.2V or 3.3V ±0.3V - supports dual-voltage system interconnect without external regulators |
| RON (Max) | 8Ω at VCC = 3.3V, VIN = 0V - ensures <50mV voltage drop at 6mA I/O current, critical for low-noise data lines |
| tPLH/tPHL | 0.25ns max at CL = 50pF - preserves signal integrity for >1GHz edge rates in high-speed digital buses |
| tPZH/tPHZ | 1.5ns to 6.5ns (3.3V), 1.5ns to 9.8ns (2.5V) - enables precise timing control for synchronous peripheral enable/disable |
| CIN, COFF, CON | 3.5pF / 5.0pF / 10.0pF - minimizes capacitive loading on driving sources and maintains signal rise/fall times |
| VIH/VIL | 1.8V / 0.8V at VCC = 3.3V - compatible with TTL and CMOS logic thresholds across mixed-voltage domains |
| Operating Temp | –40°C to +85°C ambient - validated for industrial-grade embedded controller and sensor interface environments |
Pinout & Package
PI3VT3306L is housed in an 8-pin, 173-mil wide Pb-free plastic TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) with standard JEDEC MO-153AC footprint and 0.65mm lead pitch.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| BEn | Active-low bus enable control input | Drives corresponding A/B port into high-impedance state when high; enables bidirectional conduction when low |
| A1, A2 | Port A signal terminals | Bidirectional I/O pins connected directly to source-side logic (e.g., 3.3V microcontroller I²C SDA/SCL) |
| B1, B2 | Port B signal terminals | Bidirectional I/O pins connected to sink-side logic (e.g., 1.8V sensor interface), translated per VCC |
| VCC | Positive supply reference | Sets output voltage translation level: 3.3V → 2.5V or 2.5V → 1.8V; must be decoupled locally |
| GND | Ground reference | Common return path for all signals and supply; requires low-inductance connection to minimize noise coupling |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Bidirectional voltage translation | Supports 3.3V↔2.5V and 2.5V↔1.8V level shifting without direction control pins or external components |
| Sub-nanosecond propagation delay | 0.25ns max ensures minimal timing skew in high-speed serial interfaces like I²C Fast-mode Plus and SPI clock domains |
| Low on-resistance (5Ω typ.) | Reduces voltage droop and signal distortion under 120mA peak load, preserving logic margin in multi-drop buses |
| High-impedance isolation | Guaranteed Hi-Z state (±1µA leakage) when disabled prevents back-driving and contention on shared bus lines |
| Pb-free & RoHS-compliant packaging | TSSOP-8 (L) variant meets IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 1 and halogen-free requirements |
Applications
| I²C Bus Level Translation | SPI Peripheral Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Interfacing a 3.3V microcontroller I²C master with 1.8V or 2.5V slave sensors or EEPROMs on the same bus segment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional voltage translator enabling compliant SDA/SCL signaling across voltage domains while maintaining I²C timing budgets. Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete resistor-divider networks or dedicated level-shifter ICs, reducing BOM count and board area by >40%. | Use Scenario: Connecting a 3.3V FPGA SPI controller to 2.5V ADCs or 1.8V DACs requiring isolated, low-latency data paths. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-delay, low-capacitance switch enabling full-duplex SPI communication without added setup/hold timing penalties. Use Value: Maintains >20MHz SPI clock fidelity with <0.3ns added jitter, verified under 50pF load and 500Ω termination. |
| USB OTG ID Detection | PCIe Sideband Signal Routing |
Use Scenario: Translating USB OTG ID pin voltage (3.3V host vs. 1.8V peripheral detection logic) in dual-role portable devices. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-pole, single-throw analog switch providing reliable DC-level sensing with guaranteed VIH/VIL margins. Use Value: Ensures robust ID line interpretation across temperature (-40°C to +85°C) with <1µA input leakage, preventing false role detection. | Use Scenario: Routing PCIe WAKE#, PERST#, or CLKREQ sideband signals between 3.3V chipset and 1.8V add-in card logic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-isolation bus switch enabling clean assertion/deassertion of asynchronous reset and wake events across voltage islands. Use Value: Achieves <1.5ns enable/disable response with <5pF off-state capacitance, minimizing signal crosstalk and false triggering. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar bidirectional voltage translation applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74AVC4T245 | Direction-controlled, 4-bit, 3.3V/1.8V dual-supply translator; higher drive strength (24mA), but requires DIR pin and separate VCCA/VCCB rails | Requires board-level direction logic and dual power domains; unsuitable for fully bidirectional passive buses like I²C | Select when discrete direction control is available and higher current drive is needed for longer traces |
| TXS0102 | Auto-direction-sensing, 2-bit, 1.65V–3.6V translator; lower RON (~12Ω), but adds ~2ns propagation delay and lacks guaranteed Hi-Z disable state | Not recommended for systems requiring strict bus isolation during sleep modes due to weak pull-down behavior in disable state | Select for simple GPIO translation where auto-direction eliminates control wiring, but avoid in shared-bus arbitration-critical designs |
Compared with SN74AVC4T245 and TXS0102, PI3VT3306L uniquely delivers true bidirectional translation without direction pins or dual supplies, combined with guaranteed high-impedance disable and sub-0.3ns delay - making it optimal for I²C, SMBus, and other open-drain, multi-master protocols demanding passive, timing-transparent isolation.
Availability
PI3VT3306L is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor interfaces, embedded controller I²C expansion, and mixed-voltage FPGA peripheral connectivity requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.
Supply support for PI3VT3306L 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
Pericom Semiconductor was a fabless provider specializing in high-speed interface, timing, and signal-integrity solutions before its acquisition by Diodes Incorporated in 2016; legacy products maintain full technical documentation and industrial qualification.
The PI3VT3306L belongs to Pericom's low-voltage translator bus switch family, engineered specifically for seamless interoperability between legacy and next-generation logic families in space-constrained, thermally demanding embedded systems.
FAQ
What voltage translation ratios does PI3VT3306L support?
PI3VT3306L supports two fixed translation modes: with VCC = 3.3V, it translates 3.3V inputs to ~2.5V outputs; with VCC = 2.5V, it translates 2.5V inputs to ~1.8V outputs. It does not support arbitrary or programmable ratios - translation is determined solely by VCC and internal threshold design.
Can PI3VT3306L be used in I²C applications with pull-up resistors on both sides?
Yes - its bidirectional, passive-switch architecture allows standard I²C pull-ups on either A or B side. When enabled, signals pass through with <5Ω resistance; when disabled, both ports enter guaranteed Hi-Z state (±1µA leakage), preventing contention and ensuring safe multi-master arbitration.
Is PI3VT3306L pin-compatible with PI3VT3306U?
No - PI3VT3306L uses an 8-pin TSSOP package (173-mil width), while PI3VT3306U uses an 8-pin MSOP package (118-mil width) with different pad layout and thermal pad configuration. Footprints are not interchangeable without PCB redesign.
Does PI3VT3306L require external biasing or power sequencing?
No - it operates with a single VCC supply and has no power-on reset or sequencing requirements. A pull-up resistor on BEn is recommended for power-up protection per datasheet Note 2, but no external biasing is needed on A/B pins, which function as passive analog nodes.
PI3VT3306L Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Bus Switch
- Circuit:
- 1 x 1:1
- Independent Circuits:
- 2
- Current - Output High, Low:
- -
- Voltage Supply Source:
- Single Supply
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.3V ~ 2.7V, 3V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-TSSOP
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of PI3VT3306L?
All PI3VT3306L units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with PI3VT3306L, 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 PI3VT3306L part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for PI3VT3306L:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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