•Reference voltage tolerance at 25°C
– 0.5% (B grade)
– 1% (A grade)
– 2% (Standard grade)
•Adjustable output voltage: V
to 36 V
ref
•Operation from −40°C to 125°C
•Typical temperature drift (TL43xB)
– 6 mV (C temp)
– 14 mV (I temp, Q temp)
•Low Output Noise
•0.2-Ω Typical output impedance
•Sink-current capability: 1 mA to 100 mA
2 Applications
•Adjustable voltage and current referencing
•Secondary side regulation in flyback SMPSs
•Zener replacement
•Voltage monitoring
•Comparator with integrated reference
3 Description
The TL431LI / TL432LI are pin-to-pin alternatives
to TL431 / TL432. TL43xLI offers better stability,
lower temperature drift (V
reference current (I
) for improved system
ref
accuracy.
The TL431 and TL432 devices are three-terminal
adjustable shunt regulators, with specified thermal
stability over applicable automotive, commercial, and
military temperature ranges. The output voltage can
be set to any value between V
ref
2.5 V) and 36 V, with two external resistors.
These devices have a typical output impedance
of 0.2 Ω. Active output circuitry provides a very
sharp turn-on characteristic, making these devices
excellent replacements for Zener diodes in many
applications, such as onboard regulation, adjustable
power supplies, and switching power supplies. The
TL432 device has exactly the same functionality and
electrical specifications as the TL431 device, but has
different pinouts for the DBV, DBZ, and PK packages.
Both the TL431 and TL432 devices are offered in
three grades, with initial tolerances (at 25°C) of
0.5%, 1%, and 2%, for the B, A, and standard
grade, respectively. In addition, low output drift versus
temperature ensures good stability over the entire
temperature range.
), and lower
I(dev)
(approximately
The TL43xxC devices are characterized for operation
Simplified Schematic
from 0°C to 70°C, the TL43xxI devices are
characterized for operation from –40°C to 85°C, and
the TL43xxQ devices are characterized for operation
from –40°C to 125°C.
Device Information
PART NUMBER
TL43x
(1)For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the data sheet.
An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications,
intellectual property matters and other important disclaimers. PRODUCTION DATA.
Changes from Revision P (November 2018) to Revision Q (July 2022)Page
•Updated the numbering format for tables, figures, and cross-references throughout the document..................1
•Corrected the device names in the Pin Functions table..................................................................................... 4
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This standard device has proven ubiquity and versatility across a wide range of applications, ranging from power
to signal path. This is due to it's key components containing an accurate voltage reference & opamp, which are
very fundamental analog building blocks. TL43xx is used in conjunction with it's key components to behave as a
single voltage reference, error amplifier, voltage clamp or comparator with integrated reference.
TL43xx can be operated and adjusted to cathode voltages from 2.5V to 36V, making this part optimum for a
wide range of end equipments in industrial, auto, telecom & computing. In order for this device to behave as a
shunt regulator or error amplifier, >1mA (I
feedback can be applied from the Cathode and Ref pins to create a replica of the internal reference voltage.
Various reference voltage options can be purchased with initial tolerances (at 25°C) of 0.5%, 1%, and 2%. These
reference options are denoted by B (0.5%), A (1.0%) and blank (2.0%) after the TL431 or TL432. TL431 &
TL432 are both functionaly, but have separate pinout options.
The TL43xxC devices are characterized for operation from 0°C to 70°C, the TL43xxI devices are characterized
for operation from –40°C to 85°C, and the TL43xxQ devices are characterized for operation from –40°C to
125°C.
9.2 Functional Block Diagram
(max)) must be supplied in to the cathode pin. Under this condition,
TL43xx consists of an internal reference and amplifier that outputs a sink current base on the difference between
the reference pin and the virtual internal pin. The sink current is produced by the internal Darlington pair, shown
in the above schematic (Figure 9-2). A Darlington pair is used in order for this device to be able to sink a
maximum current of 100 mA.
When operated with enough voltage headroom (≥ 2.5 V) and cathode current (IKA), TL431 forces the reference
pin to 2.5 V. However, the reference pin can not be left floating, as it needs I
≥ 4 µA (please see Electrical
REF
Characteristics, TL431C, TL432C). This is because the reference pin is driven into an npn, which needs base
current in order operate properly.
When feedback is applied from the Cathode and Reference pins, TL43xx behaves as a Zener diode, regulating
to a constant voltage dependent on current being supplied into the cathode. This is due to the internal amplifier
and reference entering the proper operating regions. The same amount of current needed in the above feedback
situation must be applied to this device in open loop, servo or error amplifying implementations in order for it to
be in the proper linear region giving TL43xx enough gain.
Unlike many linear regulators, TL43xx is internally compensated to be stable without an output capacitor
between the cathode and anode. However, if it is desired to use an output capacitor Figure 9-2 can be used as a
guide to assist in choosing the correct capacitor to maintain stability.
9.4 Device Functional Modes
9.4.1 Open Loop (Comparator)
When the cathode/output voltage or current of TL43xx is not being fed back to the reference/input pin in any
form, this device is operating in open loop. With proper cathode current (Ika) applied to this device, TL43xx
will have the characteristics shown in Figure 9-1. With such high gain in this configuration, TL43xx is typically
used as a comparator. With the reference integrated makes TL43xx the prefered choice when users are trying to
monitor a certain level of a single signal.
9.4.2 Closed Loop
When the cathode/output voltage or current of TL43xx is being fed back to the reference/input pin in any form,
this device is operating in closed loop. The majority of applications involving TL43xx use it in this manner to
regulate a fixed voltage or current. The feedback enables this device to behave as an error amplifier, computing
a portion of the output voltage and adjusting it to maintain the desired regulation. This is done by relating the
output voltage back to the reference pin in a manner to make it equal to the internal reference voltage, which can
be accomplished via resistive or direct feedback.
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component specification, and
TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are responsible for determining
suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should validate and test their design
implementation to confirm system functionality.
10.1 Application Information
As this device has many applications and setups, there are many situations that this datasheet can not
characterize in detail. The linked application notes will help the designer make the best choices when using
this part.
Application note Understanding Stability Boundary Conditions Charts in TL431, TL432 Data Sheet (SLVA482)
will provide a deeper understanding of this devices stability characteristics and aid the user in making the right
choices when choosing a load capacitor. Application note Setting the Shunt Voltage on an Adjustable Shunt
Regulator (SLVA445) assists designers in setting the shunt voltage to achieve optimum accuracy for this device.
For this design example, use the parameters listed in Table 10-1 as the input parameters.
Table 10-1. Design Parameters
DESIGN PARAMETEREXAMPLE VALUE
Input Voltage Range0 V to 5 V
Input Resistance10 kΩ
Supply Voltage24 V
Cathode Current (Ik)5 mA
Output Voltage Level~2 V – V
Logic Input Thresholds VIH/VILV
L
10.2.1.2 Detailed Design Procedure
When using TL431 as a comparator with reference, determine the following:
•Input Voltage Range
•Reference Voltage Accuracy
•Output logic input high and low level thresholds
•Current Source resistance
10.2.1.2.1 Basic Operation
TL431, TL432
SUP
In the configuration shown in Figure 10-1 TL431 will behave as a comparator, comparing the V
pin voltage
REF
to the internal virtual reference voltage. When provided a proper cathode current (IK), TL43xx will have enough
open loop gain to provide a quick response. This can be seen in Figure 10-2, where the R
µA) situation responds much slower than R
(I
) being 1 mA, operation below that could result in low gain, leading to a slow response.
MIN
10.2.1.2.1.1 Overdrive
=1 kΩ (IKA=5 mA). With the TL43xx's max Operating Current
SUP
=10 kΩ (IKA=500
SUP
Slow or inaccurate responses can also occur when the reference pin is not provided enough overdrive voltage.
This is the amount of voltage that is higher than the internal virtual reference. The internal virtual reference
voltage will be within the range of 2.5 V ±(0.5%, 1.0% or 1.5%) depending on which version is being used. The
more overdrive voltage provided, the faster the TL431 will respond.
For applications where TL431 is being used as a comparator, it is best to set the trip point to greater than the
positive expected error (i.e. +1.0% for the A version). For fast response, setting the trip point to >10% of the
internal V
should suffice.
REF
For minimal voltage drop or difference from Vin to the ref pin, it is recommended to use an input resistor <10kΩ
to provide Iref.
In order for TL431 to properly be used as a comparator, the logic output must be readable by the receiving logic
device. This is accomplished by knowing the input high and low level threshold voltage levels, typically denoted
by VIH & VIL.
As seen in Figure 10-2, TL431's output low level voltage in open-loop/comparator mode is ~2 V, which is
typically sufficient for 5V supplied logic. However, would not work for 3.3 V & 1.8 V supplied logic. In order to
accomodate this a resistive divider can be tied to the output to attenuate the output voltage to a voltage legible to
the receiving low voltage logic device.
TL431's output high voltage is equal to V
due to TL431 being open-collector. If V
SUP
is much higher than the
SUP
receiving logic's maximum input voltage tolerance, the output must be attenuated to accomadate the outgoing
logic's reliability.
When using a resistive divider on the output, be sure to make the sum of the resistive divider (R1 & R2 in Figure
10-1) is much greater than R
in order to not interfere with TL431's ability to pull close to V
SUP
when turning
SUP
off.
10.2.1.2.2.1 Input Resistance
TL431 requires an input resistance in this application in order to source the reference current (I
) needed from
REF
this device to be in the proper operating regions while turing on. The actual voltage seen at the ref pin will be
V
REF=VIN-IREF*RIN
will mitigate the error that I
. Since I
can be as high as 4 µA it is recommended to use a resistance small enough that
REF
creates from VIN.
REF
10.2.1.3 Application Curve
Figure 10-2. Output Response With Various Cathode Currents
For this design example, use the parameters listed in Table 10-1 as the input parameters.
Table 10-2. Design Parameters
DESIGN PARAMETEREXAMPLE VALUE
Reference Initial Accuracy1.0 %
Supply Voltage24 V
Cathode Current (Ik)5 mA
Output Voltage Level2.5 V - 36 V
Load Capacitance100 nF
Feedback Resistor Values and Accuracy (R1 & R2)10 kΩ
TL431, TL432
10.2.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure
When using TL431 as a Shunt Regulator, determine the following:
•Input Voltage Range
•Temperature Range
•Total Accuracy
•Cathode Current
•Reference Initial Accuracy
•Output Capacitance
10.2.2.2.1 Programming Output/Cathode Voltage
In order to program the cathode voltage to a regulated voltage a resistive bridge must be shunted between
the cathode and anode pins with the mid point tied to the reference pin. This can be seen in Figure 10-3,
with R1 & R2 being the resistive bridge. The cathode/output voltage in the shunt regulator configuration can be
approximated by the equation shown in Figure 10-3. The cathode voltage can be more accuratel determined by
taking in to account the cathode current:
Vo=(1+R1/R2)*V
REF-IREF
*R1
In order for this equation to be valid, TL43xx must be fully biased so that it has enough open loop gain
to mitigate any gain error. This can be done by meeting the Imin spec denoted in Electrical Characteristics,