STMicroelectronics TS486IDT
- Part No.:
- TS486IDT
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Audio Amplifiers
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
TS486IDT.pdf
- Description:
- IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 108MW 8SO
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Product details
Overview
TS486IDT from STMicroelectronics is a dual-channel, unity-gain stable audio power amplifier optimized for stereo headphone drive in low-voltage portable systems. It delivers 102mW per channel into 16Ω at 5V (0.1% THD+N), operates from 2V to 5.5V, features active-low standby mode (10nA typical), and supports external gain configuration or fixed-gain variants (0/6/12dB). It is used in mobile phone audio subsystems requiring low-noise, high-crosstalk-immunity analog output stages.
For engineers reviewing the TS486IDT datasheet, TS486IDT pinout, TS486IDT application, or TS486IDT equivalent, key selection criteria include its 103dB(A) SNR at 5V, 83dB crosstalk rejection at 1kHz, PSRR of 58dB, shutdown-controlled quiescent current (≤2.5mA), and SO8 package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The TS486IDT implements a dual rail-to-rail output Class-AB architecture with integrated click/pop suppression circuitry and short-circuit current limiting. Its input stage uses a high-impedance (20kΩ) differential pair with 1mV max input offset voltage and 90–200nA bias current, enabling direct coupling with DC-blocking capacitors.
Gain is set externally via feedback resistors (RFEED/RIN) or selected from factory-trimmed fixed options (x1/x2/x4); it remains unity-gain stable across supply voltages (2–5.5V) and load impedances (≥16Ω), with 1.1MHz GBP and 0.4V/µs slew rate ensuring fidelity up to 20kHz.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 2V to 5.5V - enables direct operation from single Li-ion or 3.3V/5V system rails without LDO. |
| Output Power (16Ω, 5V) | 102mW @ 0.1% THD+N - sufficient for loud, low-distortion headphone playback at full volume. |
| Standby Current | 10nA typical - allows battery-powered devices to maintain weeks of shelf life during sleep mode. |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 103dB(A) at 5V - ensures audible noise floor remains below -100dBu, critical for high-fidelity audio paths. |
| Crosstalk Rejection | 83dB at 1kHz - prevents left/right channel leakage in stereo headset applications. |
| PSRR | 58dB at 1kHz - suppresses ripple from noisy shared power domains (e.g., PMIC outputs). |
| Gain Bandwidth Product | 1.1MHz - supports stable closed-loop operation up to 20kHz with margin for phase compensation. |
Pinout & Package
TS486IDT is housed in an SO8 (Small Outline 8-pin) package with standard 1.27mm pitch, JEDEC MS-012AC compliant, and rated for -40°C to +85°C ambient operation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - BYPASS | Half-supply reference bypass | Connects to 1µF capacitor to stabilize internal VCC/2 bias node; critical for rail-to-rail output swing. |
| 2 - GND | Analog ground reference | Primary return path for input bias, output current, and bypass capacitor; must be low-impedance. |
| 3 - SHUTDOWN | Active-low enable control | Pulled low to activate amplifier; high-Z or >1.5V disables output and reduces ICC to 10nA. |
| 4 - VCC | Positive supply input | Accepts 2–5.5V; powers both channels and internal bias circuitry; requires local 100nF ceramic decoupling. |
| 5 - OUT(2) | Channel 2 output | Drives right-channel headphone load; rail-to-rail swing supports 4.52VPP into 16Ω at 5V. |
| 6 - OUT(1) | Channel 1 output | Drives left-channel headphone load; identical performance to OUT(2); differential routing minimizes crosstalk. |
| 7 - IN(2) | Channel 2 inverting input | Accepts differential or single-ended audio signal; high-Z (20kΩ) input simplifies AC-coupling design. |
| 8 - IN(1) | Channel 1 inverting input | Accepts differential or single-ended audio signal; matched to IN(2) for balanced stereo performance. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Unity-gain stability | Guaranteed stable with no external compensation across all loads ≥16Ω and supplies 2–5.5V. |
| Click/pop suppression | Integrated circuitry eliminates turn-on/turn-off transients without requiring external mute switches or timing delays. |
| Low-voltage operation | Delivers usable output power (7–102mW) down to 2V supply, supporting legacy and ultra-low-power battery designs. |
| Rail-to-rail output swing | Enables maximum dynamic range: VOL = 0.45V / VOH = 4.52V into 16Ω at 5V, minimizing headroom loss. |
| High PSRR & SNR | 58dB PSRR and 103dB(A) SNR ensure clean audio even when sharing noisy system power rails. |
Applications
| Mobile Handset Audio | Portable Media Player |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving stereo headphones directly from baseband processor audio DAC outputs in GSM/UMTS smartphones. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Final-stage analog output buffer and power booster; accepts line-level input and delivers 102mW into 16Ω. Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete op-amp + transistor stage, reducing BOM count and PCB area while maintaining THD+N < 0.1%. |
Use Scenario: Amplifying decoded MP3/AAC audio signals for wired earbuds in flash-based portable players. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-channel headphone driver with independent shutdown control per channel for mono/stereo mode switching. Use Value: 10nA standby current extends battery runtime during pause/standby; 83dB crosstalk preserves stereo imaging fidelity. |
| Computer Motherboard Audio | Entry-Level Smart TV Audio |
Use Scenario: Providing front-panel headphone jack output on desktop/laptop motherboards using HD Audio codec interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Line-driver amplifier with adjustable gain (via external resistors) to match varying DAC output levels. Use Value: 20kΩ input impedance avoids loading codec outputs; 1.1MHz GBP ensures flat frequency response up to 20kHz. |
Use Scenario: Delivering auxiliary headphone output on cost-sensitive smart TVs where main speakers are driven by separate Class-D amp. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-cost, integrated stereo headphone amplifier with fixed 0dB gain option (TS486-1 variant). Use Value: SO8 footprint allows easy placement near panel connectors; 5.5V max rating accommodates unregulated 5V supply rails. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-channel headphone amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX4410ETE+ | Higher 115mW output (16Ω/5V), but requires external compensation; 2.7–5.5V supply only. | Used in premium portable audio where higher output and lower THD (<0.02%) are prioritized over standby current. | Select MAX4410ETE+ if >100mW output and sub-0.05% THD are required; avoid if 2V operation or 10nA standby is mandatory. |
| TAS5342AIDBTR | Class-D, 1.5W output, but requires LC filter; 4.5–26V supply; no analog input stage. | Targeted at speaker drivers, not headphones; unsuitable for direct 16Ω load without filtering and level shifting. | Not a functional substitute: TAS5342AIDBTR is a speaker amplifier IC, not a headphone driver; incompatible pinout, topology, and signal chain. |
Compared with TS486IDT, MAX4410ETE+ offers higher output power and lower distortion but sacrifices 2V operation and ultra-low standby current; TAS5342AIDBTR is architecturally incompatible-designed for bridged speaker loads, not single-ended headphone termination.
Availability
TS486IDT is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for mobile handset audio, portable media player design, and computer motherboard audio subsystems requiring stable component supply with long-term lifecycle visibility.
Supply support for TS486IDT 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, specializing in analog, power, microcontrollers, and sensors for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
The TS486 series belongs to ST's audio power amplifier product line, designed specifically for low-voltage, low-power stereo headphone drive in battery-operated portable electronics with stringent size and efficiency constraints.
FAQ
What is the minimum supply voltage for guaranteed operation of TS486IDT?
The TS486IDT is fully specified and guaranteed to operate from 2V to 5.5V. At 2V, it delivers 7–13mW into 16Ω with ≤0.3% THD+N at 1kHz, maintains 93dB SNR, and draws ≤2.5mA supply current. Absolute maximum rating is 6V, but operation above 5.5V voids specification compliance.
Can TS486IDT drive 32Ω headphones, and what output power is achieved?
Yes - TS486IDT drives 32Ω loads with up to 64mW per channel at 5V (THD+N = 0.1%, 1kHz). At 3.3V, output is 23–36mW; at 2V, it delivers 7–9.5mW. The device's ≥16Ω minimum load requirement is met, and crosstalk remains ≥80dB, making it suitable for higher-impedance earbuds and studio-style headphones.
How does the SHUTDOWN pin function, and what logic level disables the amplifier?
The SHUTDOWN pin is active-low: pulling it to GND enables normal operation; driving it to VCC (or >1.5V) places the device in standby, reducing supply current to 10nA typical. For TS486 variants (including TS486IDT), standby is asserted low; TS487 variants invert this behavior. No external pull-up/down is required - internal bias ensures defined state at power-up.
Is external gain-setting resistor configuration supported on TS486IDT?
Yes - TS486IDT supports external gain configuration via RIN and RFEED resistors on each channel's inverting input and feedback path. Gain is calculated as AV = –RFEED/RIN. Fixed-gain variants (e.g., TS486-1IST) exist, but TS486IDT itself is the base external-gain version, allowing flexible 0dB, 6dB, or 12dB configurations without changing the IC.
TS486IDT Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Class AB
- Output Type:
- Headphones, 2-Channel (Stereo)
- Max Output Power x Channels @ Load:
- 108mW x 2 @ 16Ohm
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 5.5V
- Features:
- Depop, Short-Circuit Protection, Standby
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
TS486IDT FAQ
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for TS486IDT?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that TS486IDT is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All TS486IDT 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 TS486IDT meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of TS486IDT?
All TS486IDT units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with TS486IDT, 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 TS486IDT part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for TS486IDT:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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