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PI6ULS5V9306SS8-7

DIOPI6ULS5V9306SS8-7

Diodes Incorporated
Translation - Voltage Levels ULS SSOP-8 T&R 3K
Active2,950 in stock

Overview

The PI6ULS5V9306SS8-7 is a bidirectional voltage-level translator designed for I2C-bus and SMBus applications. It supports translation between 0.9 V and 3.3 V on the low-voltage side (VCCA) and 1.8 V to 5 V on the high-voltage side (VCCB) without the need for a direction pin. The device features a low ON-state resistance of 3.5 ohms, allowing for minimal signal distortion during high-speed operation.

Why Choose This Part

The component provides a simple flow-through pinout that simplifies PCB routing by placing input and output pins directly opposite each other. It offers high-impedance states when the EN pin is low, ensuring true isolation for sensitive bus segments. Additionally, it is 5V tolerant on I/O ports, making it highly versatile for legacy logic interfacing.

Applications

I2C Bus Voltage Level Shifting
Interfacing a 1.8V microcontroller with 3.3V or 5V sensors and peripherals on a shared I2C bus.
Mixed-Voltage SMBus Systems
Managing communication in power management systems where system controllers and battery monitors operate at different logic levels.
Hot-Swap Logic Isolation
Using the Enable (EN) pin to isolate I2C bus segments during live insertion or to prevent bus hang-ups.

Key Specifications

Output Type Open Drain, Push-Pull
Channel Type Bidirectional
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-LSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.110", 2.80mm Width)
Voltage - VCCA 0.9 V ~ 3.3 V
Voltage - VCCB 1.8 V ~ 5 V
Translator Type Voltage Level
Number of Circuits 1
Channels per Circuit 2
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 8-SSOP

Getting Started

When integrating this translator, ensure that VCCB is always at least 0.6V higher than VCCA for proper operation. Connect the Enable (EN) pin to VCCB through a 200k ohm resistor to ensure the device is active during power-up. Refer to the datasheet for calculating appropriate pull-up resistor values based on bus capacitance and desired operating frequency.

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