The TPS2300IPW is a robust, feature-packed dual hot-swap power controller designed by Texas Instruments to facilitate the safe insertion and removal of circuit cards from live backplanes. This integrated circuit is engineered to manage electronic systems that require hot plugging, ensuring minimal disruption to adjacent components and the overall power system.
Key Features
- Versatile Voltage Range: The TPS2300IPW operates over a broad input voltage range from 2.7V to 5.5V, making it suitable for a wide array of applications including server backplanes, RAID systems, and other industrial equipment.
- Dual Channel Operation: Its dual-channel design allows for the control of two separate power lines, providing flexibility and reducing the need for additional components.
- Adjustable Current Limiting: The device features programmable current limit thresholds via external resistors, allowing designers to tailor the protection to specific circuit requirements.
- Under-Voltage Lockout (UVLO): The UVLO feature ensures that the power controller operates only when the supply voltage is sufficient, thus safeguarding the system from brown-out conditions.
- Fast Overcurrent Response: The TPS2300IPW is designed to react swiftly to overcurrent events, providing rapid protection to prevent damage to the system.
- Charge Pump: The integrated charge pump supports the gate drive for external N-channel MOSFETs, eliminating the need for additional external components.
- Thermal Shutdown: An in-built thermal shutdown function provides additional protection, enhancing system reliability by preventing operation at excessive temperatures.
Applications
The TPS2300IPW is an ideal solution for managing hot-swap events in various electronic systems. It is commonly used in:
- Telecommunications Equipment
- Network Servers and Storage Systems
- Industrial Control Systems
- Modular Power Supplies
Package and Reliability
This power controller is available in a 16-pin TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) that is designed for space-constrained applications. The TPS2300IPW is manufactured with Texas Instruments' stringent quality standards, ensuring high reliability and performance for critical systems.