TLC5925 16-Channel Constant-Current LED Sink Driver

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TLC5925 16-Channel Constant-Current LED Sink Driver

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Part Number
TLC5925
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
24-pin SSOP DBQ 8.65 mm x 3.90 mm; 24-pin SOIC DW 15.40 mm x 7.50 mm; 24-pin TSSOP PW 7.80 mm x 4.40 mm
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

TLC5925 from Texas Instruments is an LED-category 16-channel constant-current LED sink driver offered in 24-pin SSOP DBQ, 24-pin SOIC DW, and 24-pin TSSOP PW packages. The device provides OUT0 to OUT15 constant-current sink outputs with output current adjustable from 3 mA to 45 mA by an external R-EXT resistor. Recommended operating conditions include a 3 V to 5.5 V supply and up to 17 V output voltage. It supports cascade operation with a maximum 30 MHz clock frequency. Fact-based use cases include multi-channel LED sink driving, cascaded LED driver chains, constant-current LED channel control, and thermally monitored LED assemblies.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberTLC5925
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Output Channels16 constant-current sink channels
Output Current Range3 mA to 45 mA
Clock Frequency30 MHz max
Supply Voltage3 V to 5.5 V
Output Voltage17 V max
Absolute Maximum Supply Voltage0 V to 7 V
Absolute Maximum Output Voltage-0.5 V to 20 V
Absolute Maximum Output Current45 mA
GND Terminal Current750 mA max
Free-Air Operating Temperature-40°C to 125°C
Operating Junction Temperature-40°C to 150°C
Storage Temperature-55°C to 150°C
ESD Rating HBM±1000 V
ESD Rating CDM±500 V
High-Level Input Voltage0.7 x VDD to VDD
Low-Level Input VoltageGND to 0.3 x VDD
CLK Rise Time500 ns max
CLK Fall Time500 ns max
SDO High-Level Output Current-1 mA
SDO Low-Level Output Current1 mA
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance99.8°C/W DBQ, 80.5°C/W DW, 118.8°C/W PW
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance61°C/W DBQ, 45.5°C/W DW, 87.9°C/W PW
Output Leakage Current0.5 µA typ at TJ=25°C; 2 µA max at TJ=125°C
SDO High-Level Output VoltageVDD - 0.4 V min
SDO Low-Level Output Voltage0.4 V max
Output Current13 mA
Output Current Error Die-to-Die±3% typ, ±6% max
Output Current Error Channel-to-Channel±1.5% typ, ±4% max
Output Current26 mA
Output Current Error Die-to-Die±3% typ, ±6% max
Output Current Error Channel-to-Channel±1.5% typ, ±4% max
Output Current vs Output Voltage Regulation±0.1 %/V
Output Current vs Supply Voltage Regulation±1%
OE Pullup Resistance500 kohm
LE Pulldown Resistance500 kohm
Overtemperature Shutdown150°C min, 175°C typ, 200°C max
Restart Temperature Hysteresis15°C
Supply Current7 mA typ, 10 mA max
Supply Current9 mA typ, 12 mA max
Supply Current11 mA typ, 13 mA max
Input Capacitance10 pF
Supply Current9 mA typ, 11 mA max
Supply Current12 mA typ, 14 mA max
Supply Current14 mA typ, 16 mA max
Power Dissipation1.6 W DBQ, 2.2 W DW, 1.1 W PW max
LE Pulse Duration15 ns min
CLK Pulse Duration15 ns min
OE Pulse Duration300 ns min
SDI Setup Time3 ns min
SDI Hold Time2 ns min
LE Setup Time5 ns min
LE Hold Time5 ns min
Propagation Delay CLK to OUTn Low-to-High30 ns min, 45 ns typ, 60 ns max
Propagation Delay CLK to OUTn High-to-Low40 ns min, 65 ns typ, 100 ns max
Propagation Delay CLK to SDO Low-to-High30 ns typ, 40 ns max
Propagation Delay CLK to OUTn Low-to-High20 ns min, 35 ns typ, 55 ns max
Propagation Delay CLK to OUTn High-to-Low15 ns min, 28 ns typ, 42 ns max
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The Texas Instruments TLC5925 is a 16-channel constant-current LED sink driver for LED applications. Its OUT0 to OUT15 outputs provide constant-current sink channels, with output current adjustable from 3 mA to 45 mA using an external R-EXT resistor. Recommended operation covers a 3 V to 5.5 V supply range and output voltage up to 17 V.

The device is available in 24-pin SSOP DBQ 8.65 mm x 3.90 mm, 24-pin SOIC DW 15.40 mm x 7.50 mm, and 24-pin TSSOP PW 7.80 mm x 4.40 mm package options. Thermal data is specified for JEDEC 1-layer and 4-layer boards with no airflow, supporting package-level thermal review during assembly planning.

Interface timing includes 30 MHz maximum clock frequency for cascade operation, 15 ns minimum LE and CLK pulse durations, 300 ns minimum OE pulse duration, and SDI setup and hold requirements of 3 ns and 2 ns. Applications should remain within the stated electrical, thermal, and absolute maximum ratings.

Key Features

  • 16 constant-current sink outputs from OUT0 to OUT15
  • 3 mA to 45 mA output current range
  • External R-EXT resistor adjusts output current
  • 3 V to 5.5 V recommended supply range
  • 17 V maximum recommended output voltage
  • 30 MHz maximum clock frequency in cascade operation
  • OE pullup and LE pulldown resistances are 500 kohm
  • Overtemperature shutdown specified at 175°C typical
  • 15°C restart temperature hysteresis
  • 24-pin SSOP, SOIC, and TSSOP package options

Typical Applications

  • 16-channel LED sink driving
  • Cascaded LED driver chains
  • Constant-current LED channel control
  • 3 V to 5.5 V LED systems
  • Thermally monitored LED assemblies
  • OUT0 to OUT15 LED outputs

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for TLC5925, 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

What type of LED driver is the TLC5925?

The TLC5925 is a Texas Instruments 16-channel constant-current LED sink driver. Its outputs are listed as OUT0 to OUT15, and each channel operates as a constant-current sink output.

What output current range does the TLC5925 support?

The output current range is 3 mA to 45 mA. The extracted datasheet facts state that this current is adjusted by an external R-EXT resistor.

What supply voltage range is recommended for the TLC5925?

The recommended supply voltage range is 3 V to 5.5 V. Recommended input levels are 0.7 x VDD to VDD for high level and GND to 0.3 x VDD for low level on CLK, OE, LE, and SDI.

Which packages are listed for the TLC5925?

The listed packages are 24-pin SSOP DBQ measuring 8.65 mm x 3.90 mm, 24-pin SOIC DW measuring 15.40 mm x 7.50 mm, and 24-pin TSSOP PW measuring 7.80 mm x 4.40 mm.

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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