The TLVH431AIDBVT from Texas Instruments is a low-voltage three-terminal adjustable precision shunt regulator with guaranteed thermal stability over applicable automotive, commercial, and military temperature ranges. This integrated circuit (IC) is designed for use in a wide variety of applications due to its flexibility, accuracy, and stability.

Key Features

• Adjustable Output Voltage: This device offers an output voltage range from 1.24V to 18V with a 0.5% (typical) reference voltage tolerance, enabling precision voltage regulation for diverse applications.
• Low Dynamic Output Impedance: With a typical dynamic output impedance of 0.22 ohms, the TLVH431AIDBVT provides stable reverse current operation, making it ideal for precision applications.
• Wide Operating Current Range: The shunt regulator operates with a minimum cathode current range of 70µA to a maximum of 100mA, offering flexibility in a variety of circuit designs.
• Temperature Compensated: The device is temperature-compensated and can maintain stable performance across a broad temperature range, ensuring reliability in challenging environments.
• Low Output Noise: It exhibits low output noise, which is crucial for sensitive electronics where noise can significantly affect performance.
• Small Form Factor: The TLVH431AIDBVT comes in a small SOT-23 package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.

Applications

The versatility of the TLVH431AIDBVT allows it to be used in a multitude of applications, including:

• Adjustable power supplies
• Switching power supplies
• Instrumentation systems
• Computer disk drives
• Voltage references in precision circuits
• Battery chargers
• Automotive electronics

Quality and Reliability

Texas Instruments is known for its commitment to quality and reliability, and the TLVH431AIDBVT is no exception. It is designed to meet stringent industry standards, ensuring high performance and durability for the end-user.