STMicroelectronics TL1431AID
- Part No.:
- TL1431AID
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Voltage Reference
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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TL1431AID.pdf
- Description:
- IC VREF SHUNT ADJ 0.25% 8SO
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Overview
TL1431AID from STMicroelectronics is an adjustable shunt voltage reference IC with 0.25% initial voltage precision, guaranteed operation from –40 °C to +105 °C, 2.5 V to 36 V programmable output via two external resistors, and 1–100 mA sink current capability. It serves as a precision feedback element in isolated DC-DC converters, linear regulators, and overvoltage protection circuits.
For engineers reviewing the TL1431AID datasheet, TL1431AID pinout, TL1431AID application, or TL1431AID equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, SO-8 package terminal mapping, automotive-grade thermal performance data, and real-world design context for closed-loop voltage regulation systems.
Technical Context
The TL1431AID implements a bandgap-based reference core with internal error amplifier and NPN output stage, enabling precise cathode-to-anode voltage control across wide current and temperature ranges. Its dynamic impedance of 0.2 Ω (typ.) and ±13 ppm/°C temperature coefficient support stable regulation in feedback loops with capacitive loads up to 10 µF.
It operates as a 3-terminal shunt regulator: the REF pin senses voltage via external resistor divider, the CATHODE sinks current to maintain VREF × (1 + R1/R2), and the ANODE connects to system ground or return path. No external compensation is required for stability with ≤10 nF load capacitance.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Reference voltage accuracy | ±0.25% at 25 °C - enables <±9 mV error in 3.3 V or 5 V feedback networks without trimming. |
| Output voltage range | 2.5 V to 36 V - set by external R1/R2 divider; supports regulation in 12 V, 24 V, and 48 V industrial power rails. |
| Sink current range | 1 mA to 100 mA - sufficient to drive optocoupler LEDs in flyback controllers or bias error amplifiers in LDOs. |
| Dynamic impedance | 0.2 Ω (typ.) - ensures <20 mV output deviation under 100 mA load transients, critical for tight-tolerance regulation. |
| Temp. coefficient | ±13 ppm/°C - guarantees <±0.33 mV/°C drift over –40 °C to +105 °C, meeting automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 2 requirements. |
| Operating temperature | –40 °C to +105 °C - qualified for under-hood automotive modules, industrial PLC I/O, and telecom power supplies. |
| Max. cathode-anode voltage | 36 V - allows direct use in 24 V systems with margin; absolute max rating is 37 V. |
Pinout & Package
TL1431AID is supplied in SO-8 "batwing" plastic micropackage (ECOPACK® compliant), offering improved thermal dissipation (RthJA = 85 °C/W) versus TO-92 or SOT variants. Pin 1 is ANODE, Pin 2 is CATHODE, Pin 3 is REF, Pins 4–8 are NC (no connect) per Figure 2 of ST's DocID5286 Rev 9.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Pin 1 (ANODE) | Reference ground return | Connects to system ground or low-side return path; carries full cathode current minus reference input current. |
| Pin 2 (CATHODE) | Current sink output | Sinks regulated current to maintain VREF at divider node; must be connected to high-side of feedback divider or optocoupler anode. |
| Pin 3 (REF) | Reference input sense | High-impedance (2.5 µA typ.) input sensing voltage at divider junction; sets regulation point via R1/R2 ratio. |
| Pins 4–8 (NC) | No connection | Internally unconnected; must remain floating or grounded per layout best practices-no routing or soldering required. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Adjustable output voltage | Programmable from 2.5 V to 36 V using only two external resistors-eliminates need for multiple fixed-reference SKUs. |
| Low dynamic impedance | 0.2 Ω typical ensures minimal output voltage perturbation during fast load steps, improving transient response in SMPS feedback loops. |
| Automotive-grade temp. range | –40 °C to +105 °C operation with ±0.25% initial accuracy meets AEC-Q100 stress test requirements for engine control units. |
| High sink current capability | 100 mA max cathode current drives standard PC817/PC818 optocouplers directly-no external transistor needed in isolated flyback designs. |
| Stability with capacitive loads | Remains stable with ≥10 nF load capacitance-supports direct connection to error amplifier inputs without phase compensation. |
Applications
| Isolated Flyback Converter Feedback | Programmable Linear Regulator Reference |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: TL1431AID provides secondary-side voltage sensing in 24 V input, 5 V/3 A isolated flyback converter for industrial IoT gateway. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Shunt reference IC acting as precision voltage comparator and current sink in optocoupler-coupled feedback loop. Use Value: Enables ±1% output regulation across line/load/temperature with no secondary-side LDO-reducing BOM count and board area. |
Use Scenario: Used in adjustable 3.3 V to 12 V linear regulator for FPGA I/O bank supply, where fine-grained voltage tuning is required. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Adjustable shunt reference setting base-emitter voltage of pass transistor in series regulator topology. Use Value: Delivers 0.25% initial accuracy and <10 mV total drift over temperature-meeting FPGA VCCIO tolerance specs without calibration. |
| Overvoltage Protection Circuit | Current-Limited Voltage Monitor |
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Use Scenario: Monitors 48 V telecom power rail and triggers crowbar circuit when voltage exceeds 52 V threshold. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision voltage threshold detector with hysteresis implemented via external resistor network on REF pin. Use Value: Achieves ±0.13 V trip accuracy at 52 V (0.25% × 52 V), ensuring reliable protection without false triggering. |
Use Scenario: Controls gate voltage of external MOSFET to limit charging current in 12 V battery backup system. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Adjustable reference generating error signal for current-sense amplifier in constant-current loop. Use Value: Supports 0.1 A to 5 A programmable current limit with <±1% accuracy-enabling single design for multiple battery chemistries. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar shunt voltage reference applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TL431BIDR | 0.5% initial accuracy, same SO-8 package, wider –40 °C to +125 °C range but higher 20 ppm/°C tempco. | Acceptable where ±1% output tolerance suffices and extended temperature margin is prioritized over precision. | Select TL431BIDR if cost sensitivity outweighs need for 0.25% accuracy and tighter tempco in non-automotive industrial use. |
| MAX6008AEUR+T | Fixed 2.5 V output, SOT23-3 package, 0.1% accuracy, 3 ppm/°C tempco-but not adjustable and lower 15 mA sink current. | Only suitable for fixed-voltage references; cannot replace TL1431AID in programmable-output designs. | Choose MAX6008AEUR+T only for space-constrained 2.5 V reference needs where adjustability is unnecessary and ultra-low drift is critical. |
Compared with TL431BIDR, TL1431AID offers superior initial accuracy and lower temperature drift for tighter regulation, while MAX6008AEUR+T trades adjustability for ultra-stable fixed output-making TL1431AID the optimal choice for programmable, automotive-grade shunt regulation.
Availability
TL1431AID is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for isolated DC-DC converters, programmable linear regulators, overvoltage protection circuits, and current-limited voltage monitors requiring stable component supply across automotive, industrial, and telecom power designs.
Supply support for TL1431AID 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
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power ICs, sensors, and analog components for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
TL1431AID belongs to ST's precision analog voltage reference product line, engineered specifically for high-reliability feedback control in isolated power conversion and safety-critical regulation applications.
FAQ
What is the minimum cathode current required for regulation in TL1431AID?
The TL1431AID requires a minimum cathode current of 0.5 mA (typ.) to maintain regulation, as specified in Table 4 of ST's DocID5286 Rev 9. This value increases slightly at temperature extremes, reaching 0.6 mA maximum over –40 °C to +105 °C. Below this threshold, the device exits regulation and VKA rises toward the input voltage.
Can TL1431AID replace TL431 in existing designs?
Yes, TL1431AID is pin-compatible with TL431 in SO-8 packages and shares identical electrical behavior, including REF/CATHODE/ANODE pinout and 2.5 V reference core. However, TL1431AID offers tighter 0.25% accuracy and lower ±13 ppm/°C tempco versus standard TL431's 0.5% and ±50 ppm/°C-providing immediate performance uplift without layout changes.
Does TL1431AID require external compensation for stability?
No external compensation is required for TL1431AID when driving capacitive loads ≤10 nF, per Figure 20 in ST's datasheet. For larger capacitors (e.g., >100 nF), a series resistor (typically 10–100 Ω) between REF and the divider node restores phase margin-verified in application note AN2718.
What is the power dissipation limit of TL1431AID in SO-8 package?
In SO-8 "batwing" package, TL1431AID has a maximum power dissipation of 960 mW at Tamb = 25 °C (RthJA = 85 °C/W), calculated assuming Tj ≤ 150 °C. At +105 °C ambient, derated dissipation drops to ~500 mW-requiring thermal-aware layout with copper pour under exposed pad if operating near 100 mA sink current.
TL1431AID Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Reference Type:
- Shunt
- Output Type:
- Adjustable
- Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed):
- 2.5V
- Voltage - Output (Max):
- 36 V
- Current - Output:
- 100 mA
- Tolerance:
- ±0.25%
- Temperature Coefficient:
- 100ppm/°C
- Noise - 0.1Hz to 10Hz:
- -
- Noise - 10Hz to 10kHz:
- -
- Voltage - Input:
- -
- Current - Supply:
- -
- Current - Cathode:
- 700 µA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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