Overview
The TPL0501-100RSER is a single-channel digital potentiometer manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is designed for applications requiring precise resistance adjustments through digital control. This model is part of Texas Instruments' portfolio of digital potentiometers, targeting industries such as consumer electronics, industrial automation, and automotive systems. Its compact UQFN-8 package and SPI interface make it suitable for space-constrained designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage Range | 2.7 to 5.5 | V | Operating |
| Resistance Range | 0 to 100 | kΩ | End-to-end |
| Resistance Tolerance | ±20 | % | |
| Number of Taps | 256 | ||
| Interface | SPI | Serial Peripheral Interface | |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +125 | °C | |
| Package | UQFN-8 | Ultra-thin Quad Flat No-leads |
Key Features
- Wide operating voltage range (2.7V to 5.5V) for versatile applications.
- Low power consumption with a typical operating current of 1.6mA and standby current of 1µA.
- 256-tap resolution for precise resistance adjustments.
- SPI interface for easy digital control and integration.
- Compact UQFN-8 package ideal for space-constrained designs.
Applications
The TPL0501-100RSER is widely used in applications requiring precise resistance adjustments. In consumer electronics, it is employed in audio volume control and display brightness adjustment. In industrial automation, it is utilized for sensor calibration and process control. Automotive systems benefit from its use in lighting control and sensor interfacing. Its low power consumption and digital control make it particularly suitable for battery-powered devices.
Q & A
1. What is the operating voltage range of the TPL0501-100RSER?
The operating voltage range is 2.7V to 5.5V.
2. What is the resistance range of this digital potentiometer?
The resistance range is 0Ω to 100kΩ.
3. How many taps does the TPL0501-100RSER have?
It has 256 taps for precise adjustments.
4. What interface does the TPL0501-100RSER use?
It uses the SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) for digital control.
5. What is the typical operating current of the TPL0501-100RSER?
The typical operating current is 1.6mA.
6. What is the standby current of this digital potentiometer?
The standby current is 1µA.
7. What is the package type of the TPL0501-100RSER?
It comes in a UQFN-8 package.
8. What is the operating temperature range?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +125°C.
9. What are the typical applications of the TPL0501-100RSER?
Typical applications include audio volume control, display brightness adjustment, sensor calibration, and automotive lighting control.
10. Is the TPL0501-100RSER suitable for battery-powered devices?
Yes, its low power consumption makes it ideal for battery-powered devices.
