TL431QDBZRG4

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit
• Use: Voltage Reference
• Characteristics: Adjustable Precision Shunt Regulator
• Package: SOT-23 (Small Outline Transistor)
• Essence: TL431QDBZRG4 is a voltage reference integrated circuit that provides a highly accurate and adjustable output voltage. It is commonly used in various electronic devices to regulate voltage levels.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, with 3000 units per reel.

Specifications

• Reference Voltage Range: 2.495V to 36V
• Output Current: Up to 100mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Accuracy: ±1%
• Adjustable Output Voltage: Yes
• Cathode Current: 1mA to 100mA

Pin Configuration

The TL431QDBZRG4 has three pins:

1. Anode (A): Connected to the positive supply voltage.
2. Cathode (K): Connected to the load or ground.
3. Reference (R): Provides the regulated output voltage.

Functional Features

• Voltage Regulation: The TL431QDBZRG4 acts as a precision shunt regulator, maintaining a stable output voltage regardless of input variations.
• Adjustability: The output voltage can be easily adjusted using external resistors, allowing for flexibility in different applications.
• Low Power Consumption: The device operates with low quiescent current, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Short-Circuit Protection: The TL431QDBZRG4 includes built-in short-circuit protection, preventing damage to the device and the connected circuitry.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High accuracy and stability in voltage regulation. - Adjustable output voltage for versatile applications. - Low power consumption, suitable for battery-powered devices. - Built-in short-circuit protection.

Disadvantages: - Limited output current capacity (up to 100mA). - Requires external resistors for voltage adjustment.

Working Principles

The TL431QDBZRG4 operates based on the principle of a precision shunt regulator. It compares the reference voltage at the Reference pin with the voltage across the external resistor network connected to the Anode and Cathode pins. By adjusting the resistance values, the desired output voltage can be set. The device continuously monitors the output voltage and adjusts the current flowing through the Cathode pin to maintain a stable output voltage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The TL431QDBZRG4 finds applications in various electronic systems, including:

1. Power Supplies: Used as a voltage reference in linear and switching power supplies to regulate output voltages.
2. Battery Chargers: Ensures precise charging voltage levels for different types of batteries.
3. Audio Amplifiers: Provides stable biasing voltage for audio amplifier circuits, improving overall performance.
4. Voltage Monitors: Used in voltage monitoring circuits to trigger alarms or shutdown systems when voltage levels exceed predefined thresholds.
5. LED Drivers: Regulates the voltage supplied to LEDs, ensuring consistent brightness and longevity.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. TLV431: Similar adjustable precision shunt regulator with a wider operating temperature range (-40°C to +125°C).
2. LM4040: Precision voltage reference with fixed output voltage options and low temperature coefficient.
3. LT1236: Ultra-high precision voltage reference with extremely low drift and noise characteristics.

These alternative models offer similar functionality to the TL431QDBZRG4 but may have different specifications and package options.

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