TLV3704IN

Comparators Overview

The TLV3704IN is a nanopower quad voltage comparator from Texas Instruments, featuring push-pull CMOS outputs. It operates on a single supply of 2.5V to 16V or dual supplies of ±1.25V to ±8V. The device draws only 560nA per channel and supports an input common-mode range extending from -0.1V to VCC + 5V. It includes reverse battery protection up to 20V and is available in industrial temperature grades ranging from -40°C to 125°C.

Comparators Feature Summary

• Nanopower consumption with 560nA per channel supply current
• Input common-mode range exceeds the positive supply rail by 5V
• Reverse battery protection up to 20V for harsh environments
• Push-pull CMOS output stage eliminates need for external pull-up resistors

Comparators Applications

• Portable battery monitoring systems
• Consumer medical electronics
• Security detection systems
• Handheld instruments
• Ultra-low power wireless applications

Comparators Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'IN' corresponds to the Plastic DIP (PDIP) package variant within the TLV3704 family. Confirm the commercial or industrial temperature grade requirements against the datasheet options before finalizing component selection for production.

Comparators Selection Notes

Select this component when ultra-low quiescent current is critical for battery life. The over-the-rail input capability allows signal comparison even when input voltages exceed the positive supply rail, simplifying threshold detection circuits without additional level shifting components.

Comparators Part Context

This part belongs to the TLV370x family of nanopower comparators, which also includes single-channel (TLV3701) and dual-channel (TLV3702) variants. The family shares identical electrical characteristics and pinouts where applicable, allowing for scalable design across different channel count requirements while maintaining consistent low-power performance profiles.

Comparators Replacement Considerations

Official substitutes include other members of the TLV370x family such as TLV3701 or TLV3702 if channel count permits. For legacy replacements, TLC3704 offers similar functionality but with higher power consumption and open-drain outputs requiring external pull-ups.

Comparators FAQ

What is the maximum input voltage allowed relative to the supply?

The input common-mode range extends from -0.1V to VCC + 5V, allowing inputs to safely exceed the positive supply rail by up to 5V without damage.

Does the TLV3704 require an external pull-up resistor?

No, the TLV3704 features a push-pull CMOS output stage that drives both high and low states directly, eliminating the need for external pull-up resistors typically required by open-collector comparators.