TPS2480PW

Hot Swap Controllers Overview

The TPS2480PW is a positive voltage hot-swap controller and I2C current monitor manufactured by Texas Instruments. It operates within an input voltage range of 9 V to 20 V and features programmable current limiting. The device provides high-accuracy current monitoring with 1% accuracy over temperature, utilizing dynamic calibration. It controls an external N-channel MOSFET switch to minimize inrush current and protect against over-current or short-circuit events. The component is housed in a TSSOP-20 package and supports operation from -40°C to +125°C.

Hot Swap Controllers Feature Summary

• Integrates hot-swap control with precise digital current monitoring via an I2C interface
• Provides accurate measurement of power usage with 1 percent accuracy over temperature
• Minimizes inrush current while protecting the load and FET from over-current or short circuit events
• Features independently adjustable power limit and current limit to ensure MOSFET Safe Operating Area compliance

Hot Swap Controllers Applications

• Servers
• Hard Drives
• Storage Networks
• Base Stations

Hot Swap Controllers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix for the TPS2480 series to confirm the exact package type and tape-and-reel specifications required for your assembly process. Ensure that the selected variant matches the thermal and electrical requirements of your design. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet to confirm active status and any potential lifecycle changes before finalizing procurement plans.

Hot Swap Controllers Selection Notes

Select the TPS2480PW when designing systems requiring intelligent protection for positive voltage hot-swap applications. This component is suitable for environments needing accurate real-time monitoring of current, voltage, and power through an I2C interface. It is ideal for designs where minimizing inrush current and ensuring MOSFET safety within the SOA are critical priorities.

Hot Swap Controllers Part Context

The TPS2480 belongs to the TPS2480/81 family of positive voltage intelligent protection devices. These integrated solutions combine hot-swap control with digital current monitoring capabilities. The family is designed to provide robust protection for loads and switches in high-reliability infrastructure applications, offering configurable fault timers and power good outputs for system sequencing.

Hot Swap Controllers Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers include TPS2483.