Texas Instruments TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1
- Part No.:
- TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Supervisors
- Package:
- SC-74A, SOT-753
- Datasheet:
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TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1.pdf
- Description:
- IC SUPERVISOR 1 CHANNEL SOT23-5
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Product details
Overview
TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 from Texas Instruments is an automotive-grade nano-IQ voltage supervisor with push-pull active-high RESET output, 2.7 V fixed threshold (±1.5% max), 350 nA typical quiescent current, and programmable capacitor-based reset delay up to 6.2 s - used for reliable power-on reset assertion in automotive infotainment and cluster microcontroller supply monitoring.
For engineers reviewing the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 datasheet, TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 pinout, TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 application, or TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, validated SOT-23-5 pin functions, automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification context, and real-world timing behavior including tSTRT ≤350 µs and tP_HL = 30 µs typical.
Technical Context
The TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 implements a precision bandgap-referenced comparator with built-in hysteresis (100 mV typ. for 2.7 V threshold) and glitch-immune VDD sensing. Its internal state machine asserts RESET high when VDD falls below 2.7 V or MR is pulled low, holding assertion for user-programmable tD after VDD recovers above VIT+ and MR releases.
It uses a dedicated CT pin with 500 kΩ internal resistance to interface with external capacitors (0–10 µF), enabling precise reset hold times from 50 µs to 6.2 s. The push-pull active-high output drives directly without pull-up resistors and supports 2 mA sink/source at 1.5–5 V VDD.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Threshold Voltage (VIT−) | 2.7 V ±1.5% max over −40°C to +125°C - ensures accurate detection of VCORE or I/O rail brownout in automotive environments. |
| Quiescent Current (IDD) | 350 nA typical, 700 nA max - enables always-on monitoring in battery-backed systems without measurable drain. |
| Reset Output Type | Push-pull, active-high - eliminates need for external pull-up resistor and guarantees fast, rail-to-rail logic-level assertion. |
| Startup Delay (tSTRT) | ≤350 µs max - provides rapid system initialization after power ramp, critical for fast-booting automotive MCUs. |
| Propagation Delay (tP_HL) | 30 µs typical - ensures deterministic response to VDD dips, supporting tight timing margins in safety-critical subsystems. |
| Hysteresis (VHYS) | 100 mV typical (VIT− = 2.7 V) - prevents chatter during slow-rising/falling supply transitions near threshold. |
| Reset Delay Range (tD) | 50 µs (CT open) to 6.2 s (10 µF on CT) - allows flexible hold-time tuning for diverse processor reset requirements. |
Pinout & Package
TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 is housed in a 5-pin SOT-23 (DBV) package measuring 2.90 mm × 1.60 mm, optimized for space-constrained automotive PCB layouts and compatible with standard reflow profiles.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - RESET | Active-high push-pull output | Drives high during reset assertion; sinks 2 mA minimum when low - interfaces directly with MCU nRESET pins requiring active-high logic. |
| 2 - VDD | Supply and monitored input | Both powers the IC and serves as the sensed rail; operates from 1.5 V to 10 V with internal regulation. |
| 3 - GND | Reference ground | Common return path for VDD, MR, CT, and RESET; must be low-impedance to ensure accurate threshold detection. |
| 4 - MR | Active-low manual reset input | Pulling low forces immediate RESET assertion; floating or >0.7×VDD releases reset after tD - enables hardware-initiated recovery. |
| 5 - CT | Capacitor time-delay control | Connects to GND via external capacitor (0–10 µF) to set tD; left open for minimal 50 µs delay - no resistor required. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification | Validated for −40°C to +125°C ambient operation - meets automotive cockpit and head unit thermal requirements. |
| Nano-IQ supply current | 350 nA typical - enables permanent connection to battery rails without compromising standby life in telematics modules. |
| Programmable reset delay | 50 µs to 6.2 s via single external capacitor - replaces discrete RC networks and simplifies BOM across platforms. |
| Glitch immunity on VDD | 10 µs rejection window at 5% overdrive - suppresses noise-induced false resets in electrically noisy vehicle environments. |
| Push-pull active-high output | No external pull-up needed - reduces component count and improves rise/fall time vs. open-drain alternatives. |
Applications
| Automotive Head Unit Power Sequencing | ADAS Domain Controller Supervision |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Monitors 3.3 V I/O supply and 1.8 V core rail during cold crank and load dump events in infotainment head units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Asserts active-high RESET to MCU upon VDD dip below 2.7 V, holding for 200 ms (via 0.1 µF CT) to ensure full processor reset. Use Value: Prevents firmware lockup during engine start transients by guaranteeing clean, timed reset independent of software. |
Use Scenario: Watches VCORE rail of radar processing SoC in driver-assistance domain controllers operating at 125°C junction temperature. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides AEC-Q100-compliant supervision with 1% threshold accuracy and 100 mV hysteresis to avoid oscillation near rail limits. Use Value: Enables fail-safe shutdown before SoC enters undefined state - critical for ISO 26262 ASIL-B functional safety compliance. |
| Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Battery Backup | Automotive Digital Cluster Microcontroller Reset |
Use Scenario: Maintains supervision of backup 3.0 V rail powered by supercapacitor during main battery disconnect in emergency call (eCall) modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Draws only 350 nA while continuously monitoring; asserts RESET if backup voltage drops below 2.7 V. Use Value: Extends eCall operational window by minimizing parasitic drain - extends supercapacitor hold-up time by >15% vs. µA-class supervisors. |
Use Scenario: Controls power-on reset timing for ARM Cortex-M7 MCU in digital instrument clusters with dual-rail (1.2 V/3.3 V) supplies. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Generates 100 ms active-high RESET pulse using 0.22 µF CT capacitor, synchronized to 3.3 V rail stabilization. Use Value: Eliminates need for RC timing network and associated tolerance stack-up - improves reset timing repeatability across production lots. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar voltage supervisor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS3840PL27DBVRQ1 | Same 2.7 V threshold and SOT-23-5 package, but push-pull active-low RESET output. | Requires MCU nRESET pin; incompatible with systems expecting active-high assertion without level-shifting. | Select when interfacing with legacy MCUs designed for active-low reset inputs - no change to timing or accuracy. |
| MAX6373HUT+T | 2.7 V threshold, 1.2 µA IDD, fixed 200 ms delay, SOT-23-5 - higher quiescent current, non-programmable delay. | Lacks CT pin programmability and nano-IQ performance; suitable only where ultra-low power is not required. | Choose only for cost-sensitive non-battery applications where 200 ms fixed delay suffices and 3.4× higher IDD is acceptable. |
Compared with TPS3840PL27DBVRQ1, the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 enables direct active-high MCU interface without inversion logic; versus MAX6373HUT+T, it delivers 3.4× lower quiescent current and field-adjustable reset timing - essential for modern automotive low-power architectures.
Availability
TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive head units, digital instrument clusters, and telematics control units requiring stable component supply with AEC-Q100 qualification and long-term production support.
Supply support for TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 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 leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and automotive electronics, with decades of automotive qualification expertise and broad manufacturing scale.
The TPS3840-Q1 product line was engineered specifically for automotive power-supply monitoring - delivering nano-quiescent current, AEC-Q100 Grade 1 reliability, and programmable timing in industry-standard SOT-23 packages.
FAQ
What is the exact threshold voltage and accuracy of the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1?
The TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 has a factory-trimmed negative-going input threshold (VIT−) of 2.7 V with ±1.5% maximum deviation across −40°C to +125°C ambient temperature. Typical accuracy is ±1%, and hysteresis is 100 mV (typical) - ensuring robust detection of 2.7 V rail collapse without chatter during marginal conditions.
Does the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 require an external pull-up resistor on the RESET pin?
No. The TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 features a push-pull active-high RESET output, meaning it actively drives both high and low states. Unlike open-drain variants, it requires no external pull-up resistor - simplifying layout and improving rise/fall time consistency across voltage rails.
How is the reset delay time programmed on the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1?
Reset delay (tD) is programmed by connecting an external capacitor between the CT pin (Pin 5) and GND. With no capacitor, tD = 50 µs; with 0.1 µF, tD ≈ 200 ms; with 10 µF, tD ≈ 6.2 s. The internal CT resistance is 500 kΩ (typical), and the relationship follows tD = −ln(0.29) × RCT × CCT_EXT + 50 µs.
Is the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 qualified for automotive use?
Yes. The TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 is AEC-Q100 qualified for Grade 1 (−40°C to +125°C ambient), with HBM ESD rating of ±2000 V and CDM rating of ±750 V. It is explicitly designed for automotive applications including head units, digital clusters, and telematics control units.
Can the MR pin be left unconnected in the TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1?
Yes. The MR pin has an internal 100 kΩ pull-up resistor and may be left floating when manual reset functionality is not required. When used, it must be driven below 600 mV (VMR_L) to assert RESET, and released to >0.7×VDD to deassert after tD. No external components are needed for basic operation.
TPS3840PH27DBVRQ1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-74A, SOT-753
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- Simple Reset/Power-On Reset
- Number of Voltages Monitored:
- 1
- Voltage - Threshold:
- 2.7V
- Output:
- Push-Pull, Totem Pole
- Reset:
- Active High
- Reset Timeout:
- 619ms Typical
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-23-5
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