TC1271FERCTR

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Supervisor
• Characteristics: Low-power, Precision, Reset Output
• Package: SOT-23-5
• Essence: Monitors voltage levels and provides a reset signal when the voltage falls below a specified threshold.
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 1.2V to 5.5V
• Reset Threshold Options: 2.63V, 2.93V, 3.08V, 4.38V
• Reset Timeout Period: 140ms (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Quiescent Current: 1.5µA (typical)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The TC1271FERCTR is a 5-pin device with the following pin configuration:

1. GND: Ground connection
2. RESET: Active-low reset output
3. VCC: Positive supply voltage
4. MR: Manual reset input (optional)
5. TH: Threshold selection input (optional)

Functional Features

• Monitors the supply voltage and asserts the reset output when it falls below the selected threshold.
• Provides a manual reset option through the MR pin.
• Allows selection of different reset thresholds using the TH pin.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low quiescent current enables power-efficient operation. - Precision monitoring ensures accurate detection of voltage drops. - Small package size allows for space-saving designs. - Multiple reset threshold options provide flexibility in different applications.

Disadvantages: - Limited number of available reset threshold options. - Lack of built-in hysteresis may lead to potential oscillations near the threshold voltage.

Working Principles

The TC1271FERCTR operates by continuously monitoring the supply voltage. When the voltage falls below the selected threshold, the reset output is asserted, indicating a power failure or voltage drop. The reset output remains active until the voltage rises above the threshold and a timeout period elapses.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The TC1271FERCTR is commonly used in various applications where reliable voltage monitoring is crucial. Some of the typical application fields include:

1. Battery-Powered Devices: Ensures proper shutdown or system reset when the battery voltage drops below a safe level.
2. Microcontroller Systems: Provides a reset signal to the microcontroller during power-up or voltage fluctuations, ensuring a controlled start.
3. Industrial Control Systems: Monitors power supply integrity in industrial equipment, preventing malfunctions due to voltage variations.
4. Automotive Electronics: Protects sensitive electronic components from voltage transients and ensures proper operation during automotive power supply fluctuations.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• TC1271VFERCTR: Similar to TC1271FERCTR but with a different package (SOT-23-6).
• TC1271LFERCTR: Low-power version of TC1271FERCTR with reduced quiescent current.
• TC1271RERCTR: Reset IC with additional features like adjustable reset timeout period and watchdog timer functionality.

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