Texas Instruments TLV3012AIDBVTG4
- Part No.:
- TLV3012AIDBVTG4
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Comparators
- Package:
- SOT-23-6
- Datasheet:
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TLV3012AIDBVTG4.pdf
- Description:
- IC COMPARATOR 1 W/VOLT REF SOT23
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Product details
Overview
TLV3012AIDBVTG4 from Texas Instruments is a push-pull output, low-power comparator with integrated 1.242 V voltage reference, 3.1 μA maximum quiescent current (at 25°C), 2–4 μs propagation delay, and operation from 1.65 V to 5.5 V supply. It features fail-safe inputs, power-on-reset, built-in hysteresis, and rail-to-rail input common-mode range extending 200 mV beyond rails - used in battery management systems and toll tag sensing circuits.
For engineers reviewing the TLV3012AIDBVTG4 datasheet, TLV3012AIDBVTG4 pinout, TLV3012AIDBVTG4 application, or TLV3012AIDBVTG4 equivalent, key selection criteria include its guaranteed sub-4 μs switching at 1.65 V, ±0.25% reference accuracy, –40°C to +125°C operating range, and SOT-23-6 package compatibility with space-constrained portable electronics designs.
Technical Context
The TLV3012AIDBVTG4 implements a precision comparator core with an on-die series voltage reference buffered to drive up to 0.5 mA load. Its internal hysteresis (2–8 mV) and power-on-reset circuit eliminate external components required for reliable startup in low-voltage microcontroller wake-up applications.
It uses a CMOS input stage enabling picoampere-level input bias current (±4.5 pA typ), and a push-pull output stage capable of sourcing/sinking 5 mA while maintaining ≤200 mV swing from rails at full temperature range - supporting direct interfacing with 1.8 V logic without pull-up resistors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.65 V to 5.5 V - enables direct use with single-cell Li-ion (2.7–4.2 V), coin cell (1.65–3.0 V), and 3.3/5 V systems |
| Quiescent Current | 3.1 μA max at 25°C - supports >10-year battery life in always-on asset tracking sensors |
| Reference Voltage | 1.242 V ±0.25% - provides stable threshold for precision overvoltage/undervoltage detection without external resistor dividers |
| Propagation Delay | 2–4 μs (low-to-high & high-to-low) - meets real-time response requirements in lane departure warning signal conditioning |
| Input Common-Mode Range | (V−) − 0.2 V to (V+) + 0.2 V - allows direct sensing of signals below ground or above supply in automotive cluster applications |
| Hysteresis | 2–8 mV - suppresses chatter on noisy analog inputs like battery voltage monitoring in BMS |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +125°C - qualified for under-hood automotive and industrial motor control environments |
Pinout & Package
TLV3012AIDBVTG4 is packaged in a 6-pin SOT-23 (DBV) case measuring 2.90 mm × 1.60 mm, optimized for high-density PCB layouts in portable and automotive modules.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| OUT | Comparator output | Push-pull active driver - eliminates need for external pull-up; sinks/sourses 5 mA directly to 1.8 V/3.3 V logic |
| V− | Negative supply | Ground or negative rail reference - supports single-supply operation down to 1.65 V total supply |
| IN+ | Non-inverting input | Differential sensing node - accepts signals 200 mV below V−, enabling true ground-referenced measurements |
| IN− | Inverting input | Threshold comparison node - compatible with reference output (REF) or external voltage divider |
| REF | Reference output | Stable 1.242 V source - supplies precision bias to IN− or external circuitry; load-regulated to ±1 mV/mA |
| V+ | Positive supply | Highest potential rail - sets upper bound of input common-mode and output swing range |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated 1.242 V reference | ±0.25% initial accuracy and 40–100 ppm/°C drift - replaces discrete Zener/reference ICs in compact BMS designs |
| Fail-safe inputs | Guaranteed defined output state during power ramp-up or floating inputs - prevents spurious MCU wake-up in toll tags |
| Power-on-reset (POR) | Internal reset pulse holds output stable until reference settles - eliminates external POR circuitry in battery-powered clusters |
| Built-in hysteresis | 2–8 mV programmable via supply voltage and temperature - removes need for external positive feedback resistors |
| Rail-to-rail input with 200 mV beyond rails | Supports direct connection to transducer outputs or shunt-based current sense amps without level-shifting |
Applications
| Lane Departure Warning | Cluster Instrumentation |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Detecting camera-processed lane marker edge transitions in ADAS ECUs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Comparator compares analog video sync or edge-detected signal against stable 1.242 V reference to generate clean digital trigger. Use Value: Sub-4 μs propagation delay ensures real-time response to fast-moving vehicle dynamics; 125°C rating supports placement near display drivers. | Use Scenario: Monitoring battery voltage, coolant temperature, and fuel level in automotive instrument clusters. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Threshold detector for analog sensor outputs, using REF pin to set precise trip points independent of supply variation. Use Value: Integrated hysteresis prevents gauge flicker from sensor noise; fail-safe inputs avoid undefined states during ignition cycling. |
| Toll Tag Transponder | Battery Management Systems |
Use Scenario: Enabling ultra-low-power wake-up when RF field activates passive toll tag. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Comparator monitors rectified RF envelope against reference to assert MCU interrupt upon valid signal detection. Use Value: 3.1 μA quiescent current extends shelf life; POR ensures deterministic startup after cold boot from coin cell. | Use Scenario: Cell voltage monitoring and overvoltage/undervoltage protection in 2–4 cell Li-ion packs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision window comparator using dual TLV3012AIDBVTG4 units to compare cell voltage against 1.242 V × N thresholds. Use Value: ±0.25% reference accuracy enables <±5 mV cell voltage tolerance; 125°C rating supports integration near battery cells. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar comparator-with-reference applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLV3012BIDBVR | Same functional spec, tape-and-reel packaging (3000 pcs), no G4 suffix - RoHS-compliant but not automotive-grade marking | No AEC-Q200 qualification; suitable for commercial portable devices but not under-hood automotive | Select TLV3012BIDBVR for cost-sensitive consumer designs where automotive qualification is unnecessary |
| MAX9062ASA+ | Higher quiescent current (12 μA), no integrated reference, requires external 1.25 V source; faster 150 ns propagation | Used where speed outweighs power; lacks reference integration - increases BOM count and layout area | Choose MAX9062ASA+ only when >100× speed improvement justifies 4× higher IQ and added reference component |
Compared with TLV3012BIDBVR and MAX9062ASA+, TLV3012AIDBVTG4 uniquely combines automotive-grade qualification (G4 suffix), integrated ±0.25% reference, and 3.1 μA IQ in SOT-23 - making it optimal for space- and power-constrained safety-critical sensing nodes.
Availability
TLV3012AIDBVTG4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for battery management systems, automotive cluster instrumentation, toll tag transponders, and lane departure warning modules requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and long-lifecycle programs.
Supply support for TLV3012AIDBVTG4 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
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company delivering analog and embedded processing solutions for industrial, automotive, and personal electronics markets.
The TLV3012AIDBVTG4 belongs to TI's precision low-power comparator family designed specifically for energy-efficient sensing and threshold-detection applications in automotive and portable equipment.
FAQ
What is the reference voltage accuracy of TLV3012AIDBVTG4 over temperature?
The TLV3012AIDBVTG4 reference voltage has ±0.25% initial accuracy at 25°C and maintains ±1.5% total accuracy over –40°C to +125°C, with 40–100 ppm/°C temperature drift. This is specified in Section 6.9 of the SBOS300C datasheet and verified across production lots - ensuring consistent trip-point stability in automotive battery monitoring circuits using TLV3012AIDBVTG4.
Does TLV3012AIDBVTG4 require external hysteresis components?
No, TLV3012AIDBVTG4 includes built-in hysteresis of 2–8 mV, which is factory-trimmed and temperature-compensated. This eliminates external feedback resistors in applications like toll tag wake-up detection, where noise immunity is critical. The hysteresis value scales with supply voltage and remains effective across the full –40°C to +125°C range per Figure 8-21 in the TLV3012AIDBVTG4 datasheet.
Can TLV3012AIDBVTG4 operate from a 1.65 V supply?
Yes, TLV3012AIDBVTG4 is fully specified to operate from 1.65 V to 5.5 V supply, unlike the non-"B" version which requires minimum 1.8 V. At 1.65 V, it delivers 3.6 μA max quiescent current over temperature and maintains 4 μs max propagation delay - enabling use with single alkaline or lithium primary cells in asset tracking devices using TLV3012AIDBVTG4.
What is the purpose of the REF pin on TLV3012AIDBVTG4?
REF is a buffered 1.242 V output that can source or sink up to 0.5 mA while maintaining ±1 mV/mA load regulation. It serves as a precision threshold source for IN− or external circuitry - eliminating external voltage dividers in battery voltage monitors. The REF pin is internally decoupled and stable with up to 10 nF capacitive load, as confirmed in Section 3 of the TLV3012AIDBVTG4 datasheet.
Is TLV3012AIDBVTG4 pin-compatible with other comparators in the TLV301x family?
Yes, TLV3012AIDBVTG4 shares identical SOT-23-6 pinout with TLV3011AIDBVT, TLV3012BIDBVR, and TLV3011BIDBVT - all follow the OUT/V−/IN+/IN−/REF/V+ assignment shown in Figure 5-1. However, functional differences exist: TLV3012AIDBVTG4 provides push-pull output and "B"-version features (POR, hysteresis), whereas TLV3011 variants have open-drain outputs and lack those enhancements.
TLV3012AIDBVTG4 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- SOT-23-6
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Discontinued at Digi-Key
- Type:
- with Voltage Reference
- Number of Elements:
- 1
- Output Type:
- Push-Pull
- Voltage - Supply, Single/Dual (±):
- 1.8V ~ 5.5V
- :
- 12mV @ 5.5V
- Voltage - Input Offset (Max):
- 10pA @ 5.5V
- Current - Input Bias (Max):
- -
- Current - Output (Typ):
- 5µA
- Current - Quiescent (Max):
- 74dB CMRR, 80dB PSRR
- CMRR, PSRR (Typ):
- 13.5µs
- Propagation Delay (Max):
- -
- Hysteresis:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Operating Temperature:
- -
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- Surface Mount
- :
- SOT-23-6
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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.
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