2.2-A Low Voltage Stepper with 32-Step Indexer
The DRV8834 is the first low-voltage micro-stepping motor driver with a 32-step on-chip indexer. The 32-step indexer delivers quiet, ultra smooth motion profiles without support from the system controller. If higher micro-stepping support is required, the indexer can be bypassed, enabling support for up to 128 or 256 micro steps. The device has two H-bridge drivers, and is intended to drive a bipolar stepper motor or two DC motors. Each H-bridge is capable of driving up to 1.5-A RMS (or DC) continuously, at 25°C with a VM supply of 5V.
Resources: Datasheet, evaluation module

• Low RDS(ON):  305-mΩ HS + LS (at VM = 5V, 25°C)
• Wide power supply voltage range: 2.5V to 10.8V
• Applications: Battery powered toys, security and IP cameras, micro printers, cameras  and medical analysis equipment

DRV8834: Price (1ku): $1.15

Quad, 3-MHz, Low-Power, Low-Noise, RRI/O, 1.8-V CMOS Operational Amplifier
The OPAx314 family is a new generation of low-power, single-, dual- and quad-channel operational amplifiers. The devices offer rail-to-rail input and output swings, low quiescent current combined with a wide bandwidth of 3MHz, and very low noise (14 nV/√Hz at 1kHz). The low input bias current supports applications with mega-Ω source impedances.
Resources: Datasheet, active filter design application, TINA-TI™ reference design, evaluation module

• Low IQ: 150µA/ch
• Wide supply range: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Low noise: 14nV/√Hz at 1kHz
• Applications:  Active filters, home glucose meters, smoke detector, photodiode pre-amplifier, consumer electronics

OPA4314: Price (1ku): $0.75

2-W Constant Output Class-D Audio Amplifier with Adaptive Boost Converter
The TPA2025D1 is a high-efficiency Class-D audio power amplifier with an integrated Class-G boost converter that enhances efficiency at low output power. With 85 percent typical efficiency, the TPA2025D1 helps extend battery life when playing audio. The built-in boost converter generates a 5.75-V supply voltage for the Class-D amplifier. This provides a louder audio output than a stand-alone amplifier directly connected to the battery.
Resources: Datasheet, TINA-TI reference design, evaluation module, PSpice model, spice model

• Built-in enhanced battery tracking automatic gain control (AGC) limits battery current consumption
• 1.9W into 8-Ω load from 3.6-V supply (1% THD+N)
• Applications: Cell phones, PDA, GPS, portable electronics and speakers

TPA2025D1: Price (1ku): $0.80

Ultra-Low-Power 0.25-mA, RRO, Fully Differential Amplifier
The THS4531 is a low-power, fully differential op amp with input common-mode range below the negative rail and rail-to-rail output. The device features accurate output common-mode control that allows for dc coupling when driving analog-to-digital converters (ADCs). The accurate output common mode control and rail-to-rail output allows for easy interface with precision SAR and ΔΣ ADCs.
Resources: Datasheet, evaluation module, PSpice model, TINA-TI reference design, spice model

• Ultra-low power at 250µA
• Fully differential architecture
• Applications: Flow meters, medical meters: portable, infusion pump, pulse oximetry

THS4531: Price (1ku): $1.10

Analog Input 300-W Stereo Class-D Amplifier with Integrated Feedback
The TAS5630B is a high-performance analog-input Class-D amplifier with integrated closed-loop feedback technology with the ability to drive up to 300W. PurePath™ HD technology enables traditional AB-amplifier performance (<0.03% THD) levels while providing the power efficiency of traditional Class-D amplifiers. Unlike traditional Class-D amplifiers, the distortion curve does not increase until the output levels move into clipping.
Resources: Datasheet, block diagram, TAS5630PHD evaluation module, TAS5630DKD2 evaluation module

• PurePath HD-enabled integrated closed-loop feedback technology
• Total output power at 10% THD+N
• Applications: Mini micro combos, DVDRs, Blu-Ray players and home theater and active subwoofers

TAS5630B: Price (1ku): $7.45

12-Bit, 8-Channel, 1-MSPS, SAR ADC with Internal Reference and Temperature Sensor
The ADS8028 is a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC), capable of operating at sampling speeds up to 1MSPS. The device is based on a successive approximation register (SAR) core and provides an inherent sample-and-hold (SH) front-end. The ADC offers an internal temperature sensor with 0.25°C resolution and an internal voltage reference.
Resources: Datasheet, block diagram, ADCPro™ evaluation software, TINA-TI reference design, demonstration kit

• Outstanding performance: Up to 1MSPS, INL: ±0.5 LSB, SNR: 7dB
• Wide supply range
• Applications: Telecommunications, industrial PCs, PCB hot-spot analysis, power-supply monitoring, battery powered applications

ADS8028: Price (1ku): $3.25

High-Speed Buffer for CCD Sensor
The VSP1000 is a high-speed, low-noise, low-power, fast-settling, unity gain buffer. It is specially designed for use between a charge-coupled device (CCD) sensors and analog front-ends (AFEs). The VSP1000 provides a bandwidth of 210MHz, fast settling time, low power, and adjustable load current which allows for easy interfacing with a variety of CCD sensors. An ultra-small package of 1×1mm and 0.35-mm height helps in saving PCB space and achieving a very low profile.
Resources: Datasheet

• High speed: 210MHz, 3-dB bandwidth
• Fast settling time
• Applications: Surveillance camera; machine vision: camera, scanners

VSP1000: Price (1ku): $0.30

Single-Output, Very Low Input, Programmable Output (0.9V to 5.0V) Low-Dropout Linear Regulators
The TPS7A7100/200/300 low-dropout (LDO) voltage regulators are designed for applications seeking very low dropout capability (typically less than 100mV at 1-A load) with an input voltage from 1.5V to 6.5V. The TPS7A7100 offers an innovative, user-configurable output-voltage setting from 0.9V to 3.5V. The output is pin-programmable, which eliminates accuracy error due to the tolerance of feedback resistors used in traditional adjustable regulator designs.
Resources: Datasheet, PSpice transient model, evaluation module

• Low dropout voltage: 180mV at 2A
• VIN range: 1.5V to 6.5V
• Applications: Wireless Infrastructure, power for precision analog (VCOs, ADCs, DACs, Audio), set-top box (STB), wireless LAN, Bluetooth®, PCs and printers, audio and visual

TPS7A7200: Price (1ku): $1.05

2.5-A, Dual-Input, Single-Cell Switch-Mode Li-Ion Battery Charger with Power Path Management and Integrated FETs
The bq24165, bq24166 and bq24167 are highly integrated single-cell Li-Ion battery charger and system power path management devices targeted for space-limited, portable applications with high-capacity batteries. The single-cell charger has dual inputs that allow operation from either a USB port or higher power input supply (i.e., AC adapter or wireless charging input) for a versatile solution. The two inputs are fully isolated from each other and are managed by the bq24165/166/167 with the IN input having precedence.
Resources: Datasheet, bq24167EVM-720 evaluation module

• High-efficiency switch-mode charger with separate power path control
• Highly integrated battery N-Channel MOSFET controller for power path management
• Applications: Tablets, medical meters, smartphones, battery packs, portable printers, battery bay chargers

bq24167: Price (1ku): $3.00

Dual-Channel, Current-Limited, Power-Distribution Switch
The TPS20xxC dual power-distribution switch family is intended for applications such as USB where heavy capacitive loads and short-circuits may be encountered. This family offers multiple devices with fixed current-limit thresholds for applications between 1A and 2A. The TPS20xxC dual family limits the output current to a safe level by operating in a constant-current mode when the output load exceeds the current-limit threshold. This provides a predictable fault current under all conditions.
Resources: Datasheet, PSpice transient model, evaluation module

• Accurate ±20% current-limit tolerance
• Fast overcurrent response: 2µs (typical)
• Applications: USB ports/hubs, notebooks, digital TVs, set-top box, VOIP phones

TPS2060C: Price (1ku): $0.70

2.7-MHz, 2.5-A Step-Down DC/DC Converter with Analog Bypass Mode for 2G/3G/4G Power Amplifiers
The LM3243 is a DC/DC converter optimized for powering multi-mode 2G/3G/4G RF power amplifiers (PAs) from a single Li-Ion cell. The LM3243 steps down an input voltage from 2.7V to 5.5V to a dynamically adjustable output voltage of 0.4V to 3.6V. The output voltage is set through a VCON analog input that adjusts the output voltage to ensure efficient operation at all power levels of the RF PA.
Resources: Datasheet, block diagram, evaluation module

• High-efficiency PFM and PWM modes with internal synchronous rectification
• Analog bypass function with low-dropout resistance (45 mΩ typical)
• Applications: Handsets, RF power amplifiers

LM3243: Price (1ku): $0.95

Dual-Output or Multiphase Synchronous Buck Controller with PMBus
The TPS40422 covers 5-V and 12-V input buses and powers high-performance processors and ASIC cores at up to 60A with one percent accuracy over temperature. Its adaptive voltage scaling (AVS) capability through PMBus interface enables 30 percent power savings, and its PMBus configurability eliminates up to 20 external components used for power supply programming and margining.
Resources: Datasheet, block diagram, PSpice transient model, evaluation module, digital power software

• Single supply operation: 4.5V to 20V
• Output voltage: 0.6V to 5.6V
• Applications: Telecommunications, storage, base stations, servers, DSP and FPGA POL applications

TPS40422: Price (1ku): $3.10

Enhanced Product General-Purpose and PCI-X 1:4 Clock Buffer
The CDCV304 is a high-performance, low-skew, general-purpose PCI-X compliant clock buffer. It distributes one input clock signal (CLKIN) to the output clocks (1Y[0:3]). It is specifically designed for use with PCI-X applications. The CDCV304 operates at 3.3V and 2.5V and is compliant to the 3.3-V PCI-X specifications.
Resources: Datasheet, block diagram, IBIS model

• General-purpose and PCI-X 1:4 clock buffer
• Low output skew: <100ps
• Applications: General-purpose clock buffering, PCI-X clock, communications, industrial, computing

CDCV304-EP: Price (1ku): $3.50

Low-Power 3.3-V and 5-V Relay Driver
The ULN2003LV sink driver features seven low-output impedance drivers to support low-voltage relay and inductive coil applications. The low-impedance drivers minimize on-chip power dissipation; up to five times lower for typical 3-V relays. The ULN2003LV supports 3.3-V to 5-V CMOS logic input interface making it compatible to a wide range of microcontrollers and other logic interfaces. The ULN2003LV features an improved input interface that minimizes the input DC current drawn from the external drivers.
Resources: Datasheet, block diagram, evaluation module

• Supports up to 8-V output pull-up voltage
• Supports a wide range of 3-V to-5-V relay and inductive coils
• Applications: Relay and inductive load driving applications in various telecom, consumer, and industrial equipment; lamp and LED displays

ULN2003LV: Price (1ku): $0.13 for SOIC and TSSOP packages

New Additions to the TI WEBENCH® Designer:
Switchers and LDOs: LP5907, TLV62080, TPS54622, TPS54623, TPS62080A

Try them from the WEBENCH start panel on www.ti.com.

New Additions to the TI WEBENCH LED Designer:
LED Driver: LM3492HC

Try them from the WEBENCH start panel on www.ti.com.

New Additions to the TI WEBENCH FPGA/µP Architect:
Microprocessors/Microcontrollers: MSP430BT5190

Isolated Bricks: PTEA404120, PTEA415050, PTEA420025, PTEA420033, PTMA401120, PTMA402050, PTMA403033, PTQA420050, PTQA430025, PTQA430033, PTQB25080

Try them from the WEBENCH start panel on www.ti.com using the FPGA/µP tab of WEBENCH Designer.

New Additions to the TI WEBENCH Sensor AFE Designer:
Sensor AFEs: LMP90077 LMP90078 LMP90079 LMP90080 LMP90097 LMP90098 LMP90099 LMP90100

Try them from the WEBENCH start panel on www.ti.com using the Sensors tab of WEBENCH Designer.

New Configuration Tool:
LMP8646 Current Sense Amplifier Online Configuration Tool

Model Update
Partial list of models released in March and April 2012:
SPICE Macro: ADS8028, AFE5808, CSD16342Q5A, DRV110, HD3SS0001, LM5017, LMP8646, OPA1664, OPA4314, OPA4322, SN6501, SN74LVC2GU04, TLV3201, TLV70012-Q1, TLV70019, TLV70022, TLV707125P, TLV70712P, TPA3116D2, TPS2002C, TPS2003C, TPS22985, TPS3700, TPS51463, TPS51601A, TPS53819, TPS54040A, TPS54060A, TPS54120, TPS62090, TPS62091, TPS62092, TPS62093, TPS70912, TPS709135, TPS70916, TPS70918, TPS700919, TPS70925, TPS70927, TPS70928, TPS70930, TPS70933, TPS70950, TPS728185295, TPS78236, TPS799L57, TPS7A6150-Q1, TPS7A6533-Q1, TPS7A7100, TPS7A7200, TPS7A7300, UCC27517

Get more models: Devices supported by SPICE models

IBIS: HD3SS0001, ISO7631FC, ISO7631FM, ISO7640FC, ISO7641FC, LMK00101, LMK00105, LMK00304, LMK00306, LMK00308, ONET1141L, PCM1803A, PCM2706C, PCM2906C, SN65HVD75, TLV320AIC3212, TPD1E10B06, TPD1E10B09, TPD13S523, TPS22985, TXB0302, TXS0206A, TXS0302

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