LP5036 36-Channel RGB LED Driver

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LP5036 36-Channel RGB LED Driver

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Part Number
LP5036
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
46-pin VQFN (RJV), 6.00 mm × 5.00 mm body
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

LP5036 from Texas Instruments is a 36-channel RGB LED driver in the LED category, supplied in a 46-pin VQFN (RJV) package with a 6.00 mm × 5.00 mm body. It provides 36 constant-current sink outputs with an integrated 12-bit PWM generator per channel operating at 29 kHz. The device supports a 2.7 to 5.5 V VCC range, OUTx voltages from 0 to 5.5 V recommended, and up to 25.5 mA per channel across the full VCC range or 35 mA when VCC is at least 3.3 V. It supports Fast-mode I2C up to 400 kHz, RGB color banks, and multi-device addressing.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberLP5036
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Component TypePower_IC
Package / Case46-pin VQFN (RJV), 6.00 mm × 5.00 mm body
Channel Count36 constant-current sink outputs
PWM Resolution12-bit
PWM Frequency29 kHz
Operating Supply Voltage2.7 to 5.5 V
Recommended VCC Input Voltage2.7 to 5.5 V
Output Maximum Voltage6 V
Recommended OUTx Voltage0 to 5.5 V
Maximum Output Current per Channel25.5 mA, VCC in full operating range
Maximum Output Current per Channel35 mA, VCC ≥ 3.3 V
Device-to-Device Current Error±5%
Channel-to-Channel Current Error±5%
Shutdown Supply Current0.2 µA typ, 1 µA max, VEN = 0 V
Standby Supply Current6 µA typ, 12 µA max, VEN = 3.3 V, Chip_EN = 0 bit
Normal Mode Supply Current6.5 mA typ, 10 mA max, with 10-mA LED current per OUTx
Power-Save Mode Supply Current6 µA typ, 12 µA max
Power-Saving Mode Entry Time30 ms
I2C SpeedUp to 400 kHz
Hardware Address Pins2 pins
Maximum Devices on Address PinsUp to 4 devices
Logic Pin Compatibility1.8 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V power rails
Recommended Logic/Input Voltage0 to 5.5 V
Operating Ambient Temperature-40 to 85 °C
Absolute Maximum Voltage on EN, IREF, OUTx, SCL, SDA, VCC-0.3 to 6 V
Absolute Maximum Voltage on ADDRx-0.3 to VCC + 0.3 V
Absolute Maximum Voltage on VCAP-0.3 to 2 V
Continuous Power DissipationInternally limited
Maximum Junction Temperature-40 to 125 °C
Storage Temperature-65 to 150 °C
ESD Rating, HBM±4000 V
ESD Rating, CDM±1500 V
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Ambient35.7 °C/W
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Case Top29.1 °C/W
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Board16.2 °C/W
Junction-to-Top Characterization Parameter0.9 °C/W
Junction-to-Board Characterization Parameter16.2 °C/W
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Case Bottom6.3 °C/W
VCAP External Capacitor1 µF
Programmable Color Banks3 banks
Brightness Control ScaleOptional logarithmic or linear scale
PWM Phase ShiftingIntegrated 3-phase-shifting PWM scheme
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

LP5036 operates from a 2.7 to 5.5 V VCC supply and supports recommended OUTx voltages from 0 to 5.5 V. Maximum output current is 25.5 mA per channel across the full VCC operating range, or 35 mA per channel when VCC is at least 3.3 V. Constant-current sink precision is specified with ±5% device-to-device and ±5% channel-to-channel current error.

The device uses a Fast-mode I2C interface up to 400 kHz. Two hardware address pins, ADDR0 and ADDR1, allow up to four devices on the address pins, while EN, SDA, and SCL support 1.8 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V power rails. The 46-pin VQFN (RJV) package has a 6.00 mm × 5.00 mm body, and the VCAP internal LDO output pin requires a 1 µF external capacitor to GND.

LP5036 is suited to RGB LED assemblies, multi-channel indicator arrays, and I2C-controlled LED systems that need phase-shifted PWM, low standby current, and software-defined color-bank control.

Key Features

  • 36 constant-current sink outputs for RGB LED driving
  • 12-bit PWM generator integrated for each channel
  • 29 kHz PWM frequency for channel control
  • 2.7 to 5.5 V VCC operating range
  • 25.5 mA maximum per channel across full VCC range
  • 35 mA maximum per channel when VCC ≥ 3.3 V
  • Fast-mode I2C interface supports up to 400 kHz
  • Two address pins support up to four devices
  • Three programmable R, G, and B color banks
  • Integrated 3-phase PWM scheme reduces simultaneous turn-on load

Typical Applications

  • 36-channel RGB LED assemblies
  • I2C-controlled LED arrays
  • Multi-device RGB lighting systems
  • Software-controlled color-bank designs
  • Low-power LED indicator panels

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for LP5036, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For LED and optoelectronic sourcing, brightness bin, wavelength or color temperature bin, forward voltage range, viewing angle, moisture sensitivity level and soldering process limits may affect final selection, availability and lead time.

FAQ

How many LED channels does the LP5036 provide?

The LP5036 variant provides 36 constant-current sink outputs. It is described as a 36-channel RGB LED driver with programmable R, G, and B color banks for software control of each color.

What PWM capability is integrated in the LP5036?

Each channel includes an integrated PWM generator with 12-bit resolution and a 29 kHz PWM frequency. The device also includes an integrated 3-phase-shifting PWM scheme for reducing input power budget when LEDs turn on simultaneously.

What supply voltage range does LP5036 support?

The LP5036 VCC operating and recommended input voltage range is 2.7 to 5.5 V. Recommended OUTx voltage is 0 to 5.5 V, while the feature summary lists a 6 V output maximum voltage.

What package is used for the LP5036?

LP5036 is specified in a 46-pin VQFN RJV package with a 6.00 mm × 5.00 mm body. Thermal data for this package includes 35.7 °C/W junction-to-ambient resistance and 6.3 °C/W junction-to-case bottom resistance.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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