The TL431AILP is an integrated circuit (IC) component that belongs to the TL431 family of three-terminal programmable shunt voltage references. This IC is widely used in various applications such as switching power supplies, battery chargers, and voltage regulation circuits. It offers precise voltage regulation, making it popular among engineers and designers.
Key features of the TL431AILP IC include:
1. Three-Terminal Configuration: The TL431AILP consists of three terminals - an anode (A), a cathode (K), and a reference voltage (R). These terminals enable easy integration into existing circuitry, simplifying design and implementation.
2. Programmable Reference Voltage: This IC allows the user to set a reference voltage to a specific value by implementing a voltage divider connected between the reference voltage terminal (R) and the cathode terminal (K). This programmability feature offers flexibility and customization options.
3. High Accuracy: The TL431AILP provides high accuracy voltage regulation with low temperature coefficient, ensuring stable and precise reference voltages within the desired tolerance range.
4. Wide Operating Voltage Range: It operates over a wide voltage range, typically between 2.5 volts and 36 volts. This attribute enables it to be utilized in a diverse range of applications with varying voltage requirements.
5. Low Output Impedance: The TL431AILP exhibits low output impedance, allowing it to drive low impedance loads effectively