TLC393 Dual Micropower Voltage Comparator

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TLC393 Dual Micropower Voltage Comparator

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Part Number
TLC393
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
D small-outline, FK chip-carrier, JG ceramic DIP, P plastic DIP, PW TSSOP
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

TLC393 from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain dual micropower voltage comparator with 2 independent comparators and open-drain CMOS outputs. It is offered in D small-outline, FK chip-carrier, JG ceramic DIP, P plastic DIP, and PW TSSOP packages. Key parameters include 110 µW typical power dissipation at VDD=5 V, 2.5 µs typical tPLH response time at 5 mV overdrive, and recommended supply ranges of 3 to 16 V for TLC393C/TLC393I or 4 to 16 V for TLC393Q. Application fit includes voltage threshold detection, window comparison, low-power signal monitoring, and open-drain logic interfacing.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberTLC393
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Package / CaseD small-outline, FK chip-carrier, JG ceramic DIP, P plastic DIP, PW TSSOP
Comparator channels2 independent comparators; condition: Device description; source page: 1
Output typeOpen-drain CMOS output; condition: Device description and schematic; source page: 2
Typical power dissipation110 µW; condition: VDD=5 V; source page: 1
Response time2.5 µs typ; condition: tPLH, 5 mV overdrive; source page: 1
Supply voltage3 to 16 V; condition: TLC393C recommended operating condition; source page: 3
Supply voltage3 to 16 V; condition: TLC393I recommended operating condition; source page: 4
Supply voltage4 to 16 V; condition: TLC393Q recommended operating condition; source page: 5
Common-mode input voltage range-0.2 to VDD-1.5 V; condition: TLC393C recommended operating condition; source page: 3
Common-mode input voltage range-0.2 to VDD-1.5 V; condition: TLC393I recommended operating condition; source page: 4
Common-mode input voltage range0 to VDD-1.5 V; condition: TLC393Q recommended operating condition; source page: 5
Low-level output current20 mA max; condition: Recommended operating condition; source page: 3
Operating free-air temperature0 to 70 °C; condition: TLC393C; source page: 3
Operating free-air temperature-40 to 85 °C; condition: TLC393I; source page: 4
Operating free-air temperature-40 to 125 °C; condition: TLC393Q; source page: 5
Input offset voltage1.4 mV typ, 5 mV max; condition: TLC393C, VIC=VICRmin, VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=25°C; source page: 3
Input offset voltage6.5 mV max; condition: TLC393C, VIC=VICRmin, VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=0°C to 70°C; source page: 3
Input offset voltage1.4 mV typ, 5 mV max; condition: TLC393I, VIC=VICRmin, VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=25°C; source page: 4
Input offset voltage7 mV max; condition: TLC393I, VIC=VICRmin, VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=-40°C to 85°C; source page: 4
Input offset voltage1.4 mV typ, 5 mV max; condition: TLC393Q, VIC=VICRmin, VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=25°C; source page: 5
Input offset voltage10 mV max; condition: TLC393Q, VIC=VICRmin, VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=-40°C to 125°C; source page: 5
Input offset current1 pA typ; condition: VIC=2.5 V, TA=25°C; source page: 3
Input offset current0.3 nA max; condition: TLC393C, VIC=2.5 V, TA=70°C; source page: 3
Input offset current1 nA max; condition: TLC393I, VIC=2.5 V, TA=85°C; source page: 4
Input offset current15 nA max; condition: TLC393Q, VIC=2.5 V, TA=125°C; source page: 5
Input bias current5 pA typ; condition: VIC=2.5 V, TA=25°C; source page: 3
Input bias current0.6 nA max; condition: TLC393C, VIC=2.5 V, TA=70°C; source page: 3
Input bias current2 nA max; condition: TLC393I, VIC=2.5 V, TA=85°C; source page: 4
Input bias current30 nA max; condition: TLC393Q, VIC=2.5 V, TA=125°C; source page: 5
Common-mode rejection ratio84 dB typ; condition: VIC=VICRmin; source page: 3
Supply-voltage rejection ratio85 dB typ; condition: VDD=5 V to 10 V, TA=25°C; source page: 3
Low-level output voltage300 mV typ, 400 mV max; condition: VID=-1 V, IOL=6 mA, TA=25°C; source page: 3
Low-level output voltage650 mV max; condition: TLC393C, VID=-1 V, IOL=6 mA, TA=70°C; source page: 3
Low-level output voltage700 mV max; condition: TLC393I, VID=-1 V, IOL=6 mA, TA=85°C; source page: 4
Low-level output voltage800 mV max; condition: TLC393Q, VID=-1 V, IOL=6 mA, TA=125°C; source page: 5
High-level output current0.8 nA typ, 40 nA max; condition: VID=1 V, VO=5 V, TA=25°C; source page: 3
High-level output current1 µA max; condition: VID=1 V, VO=5 V, high-temperature limit; source page: 3
Supply current22 µA typ, 40 µA max; condition: Both comparators, outputs low, no load, TA=25°C; source page: 3
Supply current50 µA max; condition: TLC393C, both comparators, outputs low, no load, TA=0°C to 70°C; source page: 3
Supply current65 µA max; condition: TLC393I, both comparators, outputs low, no load, TA=-40°C to 85°C; source page: 4
Supply current90 µA max; condition: TLC393Q, both comparators, outputs low, no load, TA=-40°C to 125°C; source page: 5
Absolute maximum supply voltage range-0.3 to 18 V; condition: Over operating free-air temperature range; source page: 2
Absolute maximum differential input voltage±18 V; condition: IN+ with respect to IN-; source page: 2
Absolute maximum input voltage range-0.3 V to VDD; condition: With respect to ground; source page: 2
Absolute maximum output voltage range-0.3 to 16 V; condition: Over operating free-air temperature range; source page: 2
Absolute maximum input current±5 mA; condition: Over operating free-air temperature range; source page: 2
Absolute maximum output current20 mA; condition: Each output; source page: 2
Storage temperature range-65 to 150 °C; condition: Absolute maximum rating; source page: 2
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Product Overview

The TLC393 is a Texas Instruments dual micropower voltage comparator in the Signal_Chain category. Its device description specifies 2 independent comparators, and the output structure is an open-drain CMOS output. The part is documented with 110 µW typical power dissipation at VDD=5 V and 2.5 µs typical tPLH response time at 5 mV overdrive.

Recommended operating conditions vary by grade: TLC393C and TLC393I support 3 to 16 V supply operation, while TLC393Q supports 4 to 16 V. Common-mode input range is -0.2 to VDD-1.5 V for C and I grades, and 0 to VDD-1.5 V for Q grade. Operating free-air temperature ranges are 0 to 70 °C, -40 to 85 °C, and -40 to 125 °C respectively.

Package options include D small-outline, FK chip-carrier, JG ceramic DIP, P plastic DIP, and PW TSSOP. The open-drain output and 20 mA maximum low-level output current support comparator output interfacing in threshold, monitoring, and logic-level signaling circuits.

Key Features

  • Dual device with 2 independent comparators
  • Open-drain CMOS output structure
  • 110 µW typical power dissipation at 5 V
  • 2.5 µs typical tPLH at 5 mV overdrive
  • 3 to 16 V supply for TLC393C and TLC393I
  • 4 to 16 V supply for TLC393Q
  • 20 mA maximum recommended low-level output current
  • 84 dB typical common-mode rejection ratio
  • 85 dB typical supply-voltage rejection ratio
  • Package options include SOIC, chip-carrier, DIP, and TSSOP

Typical Applications

  • Voltage threshold detection
  • Window comparator circuits
  • Low-power signal monitoring
  • Open-drain logic interfacing
  • Battery-voltage supervision
  • Temperature-grade comparator designs
  • Dual-channel comparison circuits

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for TLC393, 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 analog and signal-chain sourcing, supply voltage, bandwidth, accuracy, noise level, package, temperature grade, input/output configuration and qualification requirements should be verified before approval.

FAQ

What type of device is the TLC393?

The TLC393 is a Texas Instruments dual micropower voltage comparator. The device description specifies 2 independent comparators and an open-drain CMOS output structure.

What supply voltage ranges are specified for TLC393 grades?

TLC393C and TLC393I have recommended supply voltage ranges of 3 to 16 V. TLC393Q has a recommended supply voltage range of 4 to 16 V.

What is the typical response time for the TLC393?

The extracted datasheet facts list a 2.5 µs typical response time for tPLH with 5 mV overdrive.

Which package options are listed for the TLC393?

The listed package options are D small-outline, FK chip-carrier, JG ceramic DIP, P plastic DIP, and PW TSSOP.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 25, 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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