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TPS61165DBVR

TITPS61165DBVR

Texas Instruments
LED Driver IC 1 Output DC DC Regulator Step-Up (Boost) PWM Dimming 1.2A (Switch) SOT-23-6
NRND15,211 in stock

Overview

The TPS61165DBVR is a high-performance boost LED driver designed to power up to 10 LEDs in series from a single Li-Ion battery. Operating at a fixed 1.2MHz switching frequency, it integrates a 1.2A, 40V MOSFET to provide a compact solution for backlighting and general LED illumination. It supports two dimming methods: standard PWM signal input or the EasyScale one-wire digital interface.

Why Choose This Part

The device features a very low 200mV feedback voltage which minimizes power dissipation in the current sense resistor, boosting overall efficiency up to 90 percent. Its high 1.2MHz switching frequency allows for the use of small external inductors and capacitors, while integrated 38V open LED protection prevents device failure if a string is disconnected.

Applications

LCD Backlighting
Driving serial LED strings for small to medium-sized displays in portable electronics.
Industrial HMI Panels
Providing consistent brightness control for operator interface screens using its wide 3V to 18V input range.
Portable Lighting
Efficiently driving high-brightness LEDs in battery-powered handheld devices.

Key Specifications

Type DC DC Regulator
Dimming PWM
Topology Step-Up (Boost)
Frequency 1.2MHz
Applications Backlight
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case SOT-23-6
Voltage - Output 3V ~ 38V
Number of Outputs 1
Internal Switch(s) Yes
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Voltage - Supply (Max) 18V
Voltage - Supply (Min) 3V
Supplier Device Package SOT-23-6
Current - Output / Channel 1.2A (Switch)

Getting Started

To evaluate this driver, engineers typically use the TPS61165EVM-283 evaluation module. When designing the PCB, place the input filter capacitor and the output capacitor as close as possible to the IC pins to minimize high-frequency switching noise. Ensure the sense resistor is connected to a clean analog ground path for accurate current regulation.

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