TITPS65994A Dual-Port USB-C PD Controller
Overview
The TPS65994ADRSLR is a Texas Instruments USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery control IC for dual-port designs. It helps a system manage USB-C port configuration, negotiation, and power-role behavior in a compact embedded design. Engineers use parts like this to add USB-C and USB-PD capability without building the protocol and port-management logic from scratch.
Why Choose This Part
This device simplifies USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery implementation by handling port control and negotiation functions in hardware. A dual-port controller is especially useful when a design needs coordinated behavior across two USB-C receptacles. Using a dedicated controller can reduce firmware complexity and help speed bring-up of USB-C-capable products.
Applications
Getting Started
Start by using the Texas Instruments reference design and datasheet for the exact pinout, power tree, and configuration requirements. For firmware support, pair the device with TI's USB-C/PD ecosystem documentation and the MCU or host processor that will manage any system-level policy decisions. On the bench, verify CC behavior, source/sink role transitions, and negotiated power profiles early, since USB-PD bring-up is usually more about policy and sequencing than basic connectivity.
