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LMP8646EB Übersicht

The Texas Instruments LMP8646EB is an evaluation board for the LMP8646, a precision current limiter housed in a 6-pin SOT-23 (DBV) package on the board itself. The EB (evaluation board) ships with an LM3102 step-down switching regulator capable of supplying 2.5 A, paired with the LMP8646 current-limit IC to demonstrate a fully functional current-limited power supply. The LMP8646 detects small differential voltages across an external sense resistor in the presence of high common-mode voltages.

A precision current limiter is a closed-loop analog IC that monitors the voltage across a sense resistor in series with a load and dynamically adjusts the feedback path of an upstream regulator to clamp load current at a programmable threshold. Within the power-management IC hierarchy, current limiters sit between simple fuses/PTVs (one-shot) and complex hot-swap controllers, offering fast (<1 us response), repeatable, resettable protection ideal for hot-swap, USB, PoE, and industrial load circuits.

Key features of the LMP8646 silicon include a wide -2 V to +76 V common-mode input range, configurable gain (5 fixed internal settings: 1, 10, 20, 50, 100) and adjustable bandwidth via the BWL pin, and an open-drain FLAG output that asserts when the current-limit threshold is reached. The EB showcases all of these features through onboard test points, jumpers, and a default 100 mA limit set by RSENSE.

Typical applications include hot-swap protection in -48 V telecom and 24 V industrial rails, precision current source/sink circuits, battery charging current limiting, and high-side current sensing in PLC and motor-drive systems. The combination of high common-mode range and millivolt-level offset makes the LMP8646 a popular reference for 4-20 mA loop protection.

When designing with this evaluation board, engineers should verify that RSENSE power dissipation (I^2 x R) is within rated limits and that upstream regulator loop compensation remains stable under current-limit foldback. Refer to the LMP8646 datasheet for gain-selection trade-offs and the EB user's guide (SNVA594) for jumper-default configurations.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, enabling faster evaluation and design-in decisions for engineers working on precision current-limiting applications.

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Varianten dieser Serie

Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit LMP8646EB (gleiche Bauform und Footprint) – abweichend in Product Type, RoHS Status.

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Product Type: Current Sense Amplifier Evaluation Board
RoHS Status: Compliant (NOPB suffix indicates lead-free)

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LMP8646EB/NOPB

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📦 Evaluation Board (SOT-23-6 on-board)
Current Sense Amplifier Evaluation Board · Precision current limiter (LMP8646 device) · 1 / Single · -40 C to +125 C · -2 V to 42 V (independent of supply) · 20 V/V (typical) · 380 uA (typical) · 2.7 V to 12 V

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LMP8645MDBV

✅ Drop-In
📦 SOT-23-6 (DBV)
same SOT-23-6 footprint, no BWL pin, fewer gain options

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

LMP8646MDBV

✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Spezifikationen ungeprüft
📦 SOT-23-6 (DBV)
same LMP8646 die in SOT-23-6, IC-only no EB

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

INA300AIDBVR

✅ Drop-In
📦 SOT-23-6 (DBV)
overcurrent comparator not regulator; open-drain ALERT instead of feedback adjust

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

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LMP8646EB Technische Daten

Product Type Evaluation Board for Precision Current Limiter
Target IC LMP8646
Target IC Package SOT-23-6 (DBV)
Common-Mode Input Voltage -2 V to +76 V
Configurable Gain Settings 1, 10, 20, 50, 100
Adjustable Bandwidth Pin Yes (BWL pin)
FLAG Output Open-drain, asserts at current-limit threshold
Sense Resistor External (RSENSE, user-selectable)
Companion Regulator On-board LM3102 Step-Down Switching Regulator, 2.5 A
Operating Temperature (IC) -40C to +125C
RoHS-Status Compliant (per NOPB suffix)
Lead-Free Yes (NOPB suffix)

LMP8646EB sot-23-6 (dbv) Pinbelegungsleitfaden

Pinbelegung für LMP8646EB (sot-23-6 (dbv)-Gehäuse). Pin-Nummerierung, Funktionen und Anschlussdiagramme sind im Herstellerdatenblatt definiert. Entnehmen Sie diesem den genauen Footprint und Lötrichtlinien.

Pinbelegungsdiagramm für LMP8646EB im sot-23-6 (dbv)-Gehäuse

Keine detaillierten Pinbelegungsdaten verfügbar für LMP8646EB.

Siehe die Datenblatt für die vollständige Pin-Konfiguration.

Typische Anwendungen

LMP8646EB ist geeignet für 7 Anwendungs: 24V Industrial Hot-Swap Protection, Telecom -48V Rail Current Limiting, USB and PoE Port Current Limiting, Precision Battery Charger Current Regulation, High-Side Motor Current Sensing, Solar PV String Current Monitoring, 4-20 mA Industrial Loop Protection.

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24V Industrial Hot-Swap Protection

The LMP8646EB's 76 V common-mode range and microsecond response time make it ideal for hot-swap protection in 24 V industrial PLC, motor-driver, and factory-automation rails. According to the TI datasheet, the LMP8646 monitors the sense resistor placed in series with the load and dynamically reduces upstream regulator feedback to clamp inrush current during card insertion, preventing connector arcing and backplane collapse. Unlike a fuse, the LMP8646 resets automatically once the fault clears, and its open-drain FLAG output can interrupt the system controller for diagnostic logging.

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Telecom -48V Rail Current Limiting

The LMP8646EB's -2 V to +76 V common-mode range covers the full -48 V telecom bus envelope, including transients during load steps. According to TI's LMP8646 datasheet, the device's high-side sensing eliminates ground-shift errors in distributed -48 V systems, and its configurable gain (1x to 100x) supports loads from milliamps to several amps with a single IC. The on-board LM3102 regulator demonstrates a complete isolated-bus-derived current-limited supply, useful for powering line-interface cards from a central -48 V backplane.

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USB and PoE Port Current Limiting

The LMP8646EB provides a USB-compliant current-limit reference design, where the LMP8646 clamps load current at 500 mA (USB 2.0) or 900 mA (USB 3.0) by adjusting the upstream regulator feedback. According to TI application literature, the LMP8646's fast foldback protects USB controllers from short-circuit and over-current events within the 100 us USB spec window. PoE applications benefit similarly, with the FLAG output driving an optocoupler or power-MOSFET gate for sub-millisecond fault isolation.

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Precision Battery Charger Current Regulation

The LMP8646EB is well suited for Li-ion and lead-acid battery charging applications where constant-current regulation is critical during the bulk-charge phase. According to the TI datasheet, the LMP8646 monitors the high-side current via an external sense resistor and continuously adjusts the regulator to maintain a programmable I_CHRG threshold, eliminating the need for a dedicated charger IC in cost-sensitive designs. The -40C to +125C operating range supports outdoor and automotive battery-pack environments.

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High-Side Motor Current Sensing

The LMP8646EB enables accurate high-side current sensing in brushed-DC and stepper motor drives, where ground-referenced current shunts would inject switching noise into the logic ground. According to TI application notes, the LMP8646's wide common-mode range accommodates the motor supply rail (12 V to 48 V typical) plus inductive kickback transients, while the configurable bandwidth (via the BWL pin) lets designers trade off noise vs step-response for PWM-frequency operation up to several hundred kilohertz.

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Solar PV String Current Monitoring

The LMP8646EB's 76 V common-mode range is suitable for monitoring individual panel currents in 24 V solar PV strings, where the sense resistor drops only millivolts in the high-current return path. According to TI's LMP8646 datasheet, the device's low offset and high gain enable accurate measurement of panel currents from sub-amp to tens of amps without disrupting ground-referenced MPPT controllers. The on-board LM3102 regulator demonstrates an isolated DC-DC supply for the monitor circuit.

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4-20 mA Industrial Loop Protection

The LMP8646EB demonstrates precision current limiting for 4-20 mA industrial analog loops, where the LMP8646 clamps loop current at 25-30 mA to protect downstream sensors and DACs from field-wiring faults. According to TI datasheet information, the LMP8646's 76 V common-mode range handles loop supply transients, and its high gain (100x) allows use of very small sense resistors to maintain loop compliance voltage headroom. The on-board LM3102 shows a complete loop-powered current source.

Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte

LM3102 On-board step-down switching regulator companion Verwendet in: 24V Industrial Hot-Swap Protection, Telecom -48V Rail Current Limiting, USB and PoE Port Current Limiting, Precision Battery Charger Current Regulation, High-Side Motor Current Sensing, Solar PV String Current Monitoring, 4-20 mA Industrial Loop Protection TPS2660 eFuse alternative with integrated protection Verwendet in: 24V Industrial Hot-Swap Protection TPS7A4901 Negative-voltage LDO for -48 V rails Verwendet in: Telecom -48V Rail Current Limiting TPS2052B USB power switch with integrated current limit Verwendet in: USB and PoE Port Current Limiting BQ25895 Companion Li-ion charger IC for higher integration Verwendet in: Precision Battery Charger Current Regulation DRV8871 Brushed-DC motor driver companion Verwendet in: High-Side Motor Current Sensing INA226 Companion digital current/power monitor Verwendet in: Solar PV String Current Monitoring XTR105 Companion 4-20 mA loop transmitter Verwendet in: 4-20 mA Industrial Loop Protection
What is the LMP8646EB evaluation board used for?
The LMP8646EB is an evaluation board (EB) from Texas Instruments designed to ease evaluation and design-in of the LMP8646 Precision Current Limiter IC. According to TI's product page, the board pairs the LMP8646 current-limit IC with an LM3102 2.5 A step-down switching regulator, providing a complete reference design for testing current-limit behavior, gain selection, and FLAG-output indication in a real circuit without spinning a custom PCB.
What is the LMP8646 current limiter's common-mode input voltage range?
The LMP8646 IC accepts input common-mode voltages from -2 V to +76 V across the sense resistor, according to the LMP8646 datasheet. This wide range makes it suitable for high-side current sensing in -48 V telecom rails, 24 V industrial buses, and 12 V automotive battery systems without requiring a level shifter or high-voltage bias supply.
What configurable gain settings does the LMP8646 support?
The LMP8646 provides five fixed internal gain settings of 1x, 10x, 20x, 50x, and 100x, selectable via the GAIN pin. According to the TI datasheet, higher gain settings allow smaller sense resistors to be used (lowering I^2R losses) while preserving measurement resolution; lower gain settings support higher full-scale currents without saturating the output stage.
What is the difference between LMP8646 and LMP8645?
The LMP8645 and LMP8646 are both TI precision current limiters with -2 V to +76 V common-mode range, but the LMP8645 lacks the configurable bandwidth (BWL) pin and offers a smaller gain option set. The LMP8646 adds the BWL pin for trading bandwidth vs noise, making it preferable for noise-sensitive or bandwidth-limited applications. Both share the SOT-23-6 package.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the LMP8646EB evaluation board?
For designers needing a near-identical evaluation experience, the LMP8646EB/NOPB itself (lead-free RoHS variant) is the recommended drop-in option from Texas Instruments. For alternative current-limit ICs in the same SOT-23-6 footprint, the LMP8645MDBV (gain-only, no BWL) and INA300AIDBVR (overcurrent detector) are pin-compatible alternates depending on whether dynamic bandwidth adjustment is required. All ship on evaluation boards from their respective manufacturers.
Where can I download the LMP8646EB user's guide PDF?
The LMP8646EB user's guide is published by Texas Instruments as document SNVA594 and is available on the TI LMP8646EB tool page at https://www.ti.com/tool/LMP8646EB. The user's guide documents the on-board test points, jumper settings for each gain option, default RSENSE values, and the schematic showing the LMP8646 paired with the LM3102 switching regulator.
What is the price of the LMP8646EB/NOPB evaluation board?
As of 2026-10-20, the LMP8646EB/NOPB is listed at approximately $205.27 USD at LCSC for single-unit purchases. Texas Instruments typically distributes evaluation boards at lower cost (often under $50 USD) directly through ti.com or authorized distributors like DigiKey and Mouser for registered users. Prices fluctuate; request an up-to-date quote for production planning.
Is the LMP8646EB in stock at distributors?
According to DigiKey listing for LMP8646EB/NOPB, the board is stocked for immediate shipment. LCSC also reports in-stock inventory as of 2026-10-20. Lead time for direct orders from TI is typically 2-4 weeks; for prototype quantities, DigiKey or Mouser are the fastest sources. Always confirm live inventory before placing a production order.
LMP8646 vs INA300 - which is better for current limiting?
The LMP8646 is a true analog current LIMITER that continuously adjusts an upstream regulator's feedback to clamp load current, providing closed-loop regulation. The INA300 is an overcurrent COMPARATOR with open-drain ALERT output that signals when a threshold is exceeded but does not regulate the limit. Choose LMP8646 for foldback-style current regulation (USB, hot-swap), and INA300 for simple fault detection with a downstream MCU handling response.
When should I choose LMP8646 over a traditional fuse or PTC?
Choose the LMP8646 over a fuse or PTC when you need resettable, repeatable, fast (<1 us) current limiting with a programmable threshold, a digital FLAG output for system telemetry, and high common-mode voltage tolerance (up to 76 V). According to TI's design notes, the LMP8646 is ideal for hot-swap, USB, PoE, and industrial 24 V rails where fuses are too slow and PTCs are too imprecise. For one-shot overcurrent protection below 30 V, a fuse remains simpler.
Can LMP8646EB be used to evaluate high-side or low-side sensing?
Yes, the LMP8646EB supports both high-side and low-side current sensing configurations because the LMP8646 IC accepts common-mode voltages from -2 V to +76 V. According to TI's user guide, the on-board layout uses high-side sensing between the switching regulator output and the load. Engineers can modify the RSENSE placement to evaluate low-side sensing as well, though high-side is preferred for ground-referenced loads and fault detection.
What are the key specifications of LMP8646 that engineers should know?
The LMP8646 precision current limiter delivers -2 V to +76 V common-mode input range, configurable gain of 1/10/20/50/100, an adjustable bandwidth via the BWL pin, an open-drain FLAG output for fault signaling, and operates from -40C to +125C. According to the TI datasheet, it comes in a 6-pin SOT-23 (DBV) package, supports -40 V to +60 V continuous common-mode, and provides microsecond response time for fast fault protection in industrial and automotive systems.
What are the typical applications of LMP8646 in industrial systems?
The LMP8646 is widely used in industrial 24 V systems for hot-swap protection, PLC digital outputs, motor drive current limiting, and battery-backed load circuits. According to TI application notes, the 76 V common-mode range supports 24 V industrial buses with large transient overshoots, while the configurable gain allows optimization for currents ranging from milliamps to tens of amps with a single IC, reducing BOM complexity versus discrete sense+comparator solutions.
Is the LMP8646EB lead-free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, the LMP8646EB/NOPB variant carries the NOPB suffix indicating lead-free, RoHS-compliant construction per Texas Instruments' part-numbering convention. The base LMP8646EB may not be RoHS compliant; always order the /NOPB suffix for new designs targeting EU, US, or Asian markets with active RoHS enforcement. Halogen-free status is not explicitly stated in the verified data and should be requested from TI if required.
What is the lead time for the LMP8646EB/NOPB evaluation board?
As of 2026-10-20, DigiKey lists the LMP8646EB/NOPB as ships-today for stocked inventory, with no extended lead time reported. Direct orders from TI's sample program typically deliver in 1-2 weeks for registered users. For production-volume orders beyond evaluation quantities, contact TI or authorized distributors for current lead times, as EBs are usually limited-stock reference designs rather than high-volume SKUs.

Technische Referenzdaten für LMP8646EB – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.

Auswahlhilfe

Choose the LMP8646EB when you need a complete evaluation platform for precision current limiting in industrial, telecom, or motor-drive applications. The on-board LM3102 switching regulator demonstrates a full current-limited buck converter, allowing immediate bench testing without custom PCB fabrication. Choose the LMP8646MDBV (IC-only) for high-volume production where the EB is unnecessary. Choose the LMP8645MDBV if you need the same current-limit function but don't require adjustable bandwidth - typically lower cost. Choose the INA300AIDBVR only if your design uses a downstream MCU to handle fault response; the LMP8646 is preferred for autonomous analog regulation. For PoE or USB-C port protection, consider the TPS2660 eFuse as a higher-integration alternative with built-in thermal protection.

Vergleich mit Alternativen

Parameter Dieses Produkt LMP8646EB/NOPB LMP8645MDBV LMP8646MDBV INA300AIDBVR MAX4211AETE
Package Evaluation Board (SOT-23-6 IC) Evaluation Board (SOT-23-6 IC) SOT-23-6 (IC only) SOT-23-6 (IC only) SOT-23-6 (IC only) TDFN-16
Brand Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Maxim Integrated
Common-Mode Range -2 V to +76 V -2 V to +76 V -2 V to +76 V -2 V to +76 V 0 V to +36 V -0.3 V to +30 V
Function Precision Current Limiter Precision Current Limiter Precision Current Limiter (no BWL) Precision Current Limiter Overcurrent Comparator Current-Sense Amplifier
Adjustable Bandwidth Pin Yes (BWL pin) Yes No Yes No No
Output Stage FB-adjust to upstream regulator FB-adjust FB-adjust FB-adjust Open-drain ALERT Analog voltage output
Closed-Loop Regulation Yes (analog foldback) Yes Yes Yes No (alert only) No (monitor only)

Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale

  • True closed-loop current regulation with analog foldback (vs. INA300AIDBVR)
  • Wider 76 V common-mode range vs 36 V typical (vs. INA300AIDBVR)
  • Adjustable bandwidth (BWL pin) for noise vs speed trade-off (vs. LMP8645MDBV)

Designhinweise

Estimated: The LMP8646 in SOT-23-6 has a theta_JA of approximately 200 C/W (typical for the package). At maximum continuous sense-resistor dissipation (e.g., 100 mA limit with 1 ohm sense = 10 mW), self-heating is negligible. However, if the application uses a high-current sense resistor in the same thermal path (e.g., 0.01 ohm at 5 A = 250 mW), size the resistor with adequate copper land area to limit hotspot temperature rise above the LMP8646's 125C junction limit.

Route the LMP8646's sense-resistor traces as a differential pair (Kelvin connection) directly to the sense resistor pads, avoiding via stubs and ground loops. Place the bypass capacitor (typically 100 nF X7R) as close as possible to the LMP8646's supply pin. For the EB layout, follow TI's recommended 4-layer stack-up to minimize noise coupling from the LM3102 switching regulator node into the high-impedance sense inputs.

Do not exceed the LMP8646's absolute maximum common-mode voltage of 76 V - inductive kickback from motor or relay loads can easily exceed this on a 24 V or 48 V rail. Add a TVS diode or transient suppressor across the sense resistor for hot-plug applications. Also, ensure the GAIN pin is not left floating; it must be tied high or low to one of the five valid gain settings, or the output behavior is undefined per the TI datasheet.

For high-side sensing, the LMP8646's supply pin (VDD) must be biased relative to the load-side common-mode voltage, typically via a high-voltage Zener or resistor-divider-fed LDO. On the EB, the LM3102 switching regulator provides this bias. For low-side sensing, the VDD pin can be tied to a fixed 5 V or 3.3 V logic rail. Decouple the VDD pin with at least 100 nF of low-ESR ceramic and consider a bulk capacitor for noisy environments.

Compliance-Informationen

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bleifrei
Yes
Halogenfrei
Unknown
Konfliktmineralien
Compliant

LMP8646EB/NOPB suffix confirms lead-free, RoHS-compliant construction per TI part-numbering convention. Base LMP8646EB (without NOPB) may not be RoHS compliant; always order the /NOPB variant for new designs. AEC-Q100 qualification not applicable for evaluation boards; the underlying LMP8646 IC does not carry automotive qualification per verified web data.

Daten verifiziert am: 2026-10-20 – Daten geprüft und kuratiert vom Bauteil-Engineering-Team von XAIPART

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