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LMV331IDBVR

TILMV331IDBVR

Texas Instruments
Comparator Standard (General Purpose) Open-Collector SOT-23-5
Active12,365 in stock

Overview

The LMV331IDBVR is a single, low-voltage general-purpose comparator featuring an open-collector output. It is designed to operate from 2.7V to 5.5V, making it suitable for modern low-power systems and portable electronics where space and power consumption are critical. The input common-mode voltage range includes ground, allowing for sensing in single-supply configurations.

Why Choose This Part

The LMV331 offers a significant reduction in supply current compared to older generations like the LM339 or LM393 while maintaining a fast 600ns propagation delay. Its open-collector output provides maximum design flexibility for wired-OR logic or driving loads up to 5.5V regardless of VCC. The ultra-small SOT-23-5 package saves significant PCB area in dense embedded designs.

Applications

Level Translation
Utilizing the open-collector output to interface between different logic voltage levels.
Battery Monitoring
Monitoring cell voltages in portable devices due to the low 26uA typical supply current.
Zero-Crossing Detection
Identifying signal transitions in AC-coupled systems or power management circuits.
Window Comparators
Combining multiple units for voltage threshold detection in industrial instrumentation.

Key Specifications

Type Standard (General Purpose)
Output Type Open-Collector
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case SC-74A, SOT-753
Number of Elements 1
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Output (Typ) 84mA @ 5V
Propagation Delay (Max) 600ns
Supplier Device Package SOT-23-5
Current - Quiescent (Max) 150uA
Current - Input Bias (Max) 0.25uA @ 5V
Voltage - Input Offset (Max) 7mV @ 5V
Voltage - Supply, Single/Dual (+/-) 2.7V ~ 5.5V

Getting Started

When designing with the LMV331, ensure a pull-up resistor is placed on the output as the open-collector stage cannot drive high on its own. For rapid prototyping, use a SOT-23 to DIP adapter for breadboard testing. Ensure bypass capacitors are placed close to the VCC pin to minimize noise during high-speed switching.

LMV331 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Output Type Package Current - Output (Typ) Propagation Delay (Max) Voltage - Supply, Single/Dual (+/-) Stock
LMV331IDBVR (this part) Open-Collector SC-74A, SOT-753 84mA 600ns 2.7V 12,365
LMV331ILT (STMicroelectronics) Open-Drain SC-74A, SOT-753 93mA 550ns 2.7V 3,390
LMV331IDCKR Open-Collector TSSOP-5 84mA 600ns 2.7V 51,910

Also Consider

LMV393 TITexas Instruments - Provides a dual-channel version in a VSSOP-8 package if more than one comparator is required.
MCP6541 MCHPMicrochip Technology - Offers a push-pull output stage which eliminates the need for an external pull-up resistor.