THS6072ID - 175MHz Low-Power ADSL Receiver | TI
MPN: THS6072ID ✓ ActiveTHS6072ID Overview
An ADSL differential receiver is a voltage-feedback, high-speed analog interface circuit that converts a small differential input signal into a single-ended output suitable for processing by downstream circuitry. In the signal-chain hierarchy, it belongs to the receiver and operational-amplifier family within interface ICs, supporting the broader communications, networking, and data-processing systems used to transport high-frequency digital information over copper lines.
Key characteristics include a 175 MHz -3 dB bandwidth, a 10 nV/√Hz voltage-noise density, and very low distortion of -79 dBc at 1 MHz with a 1 kΩ load. The 3.4 mA per-channel quiescent current supports low-power ADSL designs, while the wide bandwidth provides margin for high-speed data and test-and-measurement signal-chain applications. The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C, covering industrial-temperature applications.
Technically, the THS6072 uses a voltage-feedback receiver architecture optimized for differential operation. Its low noise and low distortion make it suitable for amplifying small signals without adding excessive broadband noise or nonlinear products. Designers should still verify input common-mode range, output swing, supply voltage, gain configuration, stability, and external component requirements against the manufacturer datasheet before finalizing a production circuit.
Typical applications include ADSL line-interface equipment, central-office termination electronics, remote-terminal units, high-speed communication receivers, broadband signal-conditioning modules, and instrumentation requiring a wide-band differential input stage. The 8-pin SOIC package also supports conventional PCB assembly, although high-speed layout and clean return paths remain important.
The principal design consideration is signal integrity. Keep differential traces short, matched, and continuous over a common ground plane, place input and bypass components close to their pins, and control return currents. Verify that external compensation and gain settings preserve stability at the intended load and signal amplitude.
This product page consolidates verified manufacturer and distributor information, supply data, technical characteristics, candidate drop-in alternatives, and practical interface-layout guidance to support faster component selection and PCB design.
Drop-in alternatives for THS6072ID — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with THS6072ID (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Operating Temperature Range, Package, Total Harmonic Distortion.
THS6072IDG4
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THS6072CD
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THS6072ID Specifications
| Device Type | Low-power ADSL differential receiver |
| Architecture | Voltage-feedback differential receiver |
| Bandwidth | 175 MHz at -3 dB |
| Quiescent Current | 3.4 mA per channel |
| Voltage Noise Density | 10 nV/√Hz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | -79 dBc at 1 MHz and 1 kΩ load |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package | 8-pin SOIC |
| Package Width | 3.90 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
| Product Function | ADSL differential signal reception |
| Application | Central-office and remote-terminal ADSL equipment |
| Distributor Inventory | 6,320 pieces |
| Unit Price | $4.8685 per piece |
| Lead Time | To be confirmed |
THS6072ID 3.90 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for THS6072ID (3.90 mm package). Pin numbering, functions, and connection diagrams are defined in the manufacturer datasheet. Refer to it for the exact footprint and soldering guidelines.
No detailed pinout data available for THS6072ID.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
THS6072ID is suitable for 6 applications: ADSL Central-Office Receiver, ADSL Remote-Terminal Equipment, Broadband Communication Interface, High-Speed Signal-Conditioning Module, Data and Control Interface Buffering, Industrial Broadband Measurement.
ADSL Central-Office Receiver
The THS6072ID fits an ADSL central-office line receiver because it combines a 175 MHz -3 dB bandwidth with only 3.4 mA per-channel quiescent current. It can serve as the differential input stage ahead of downstream signal-processing circuitry when the line signal is small and bandwidth is critical. Its 10 nV/√Hz voltage-noise density helps preserve low-level information, while the reported -79 dBc distortion at 1 MHz limits nonlinear degradation. Confirm the exact gain, supply, common-mode range, and output-swing limits against the complete manufacturer datasheet before implementation.
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ADSL Remote-Terminal Equipment
THS6072ID is appropriate for power-conscious remote-terminal equipment because its 3.4 mA per-channel quiescent current helps reduce the receiver's standing power requirement. The 175 MHz bandwidth provides substantial headroom for high-speed differential line signals, and the 8-pin SOIC package supports conventional surface-mount assembly. For remote equipment, designers should still validate signal swing, common-mode range, and stability against the intended line impedance. Controlled impedance routing and a continuous ground plane are especially important when the receiver is placed close to a connector or transformer.
Recommended
Broadband Communication Interface
The THS6072ID can serve as the differential input stage of a broadband communications interface where a 175 MHz -3 dB bandwidth is useful. Its low 10 nV/√Hz noise density supports small-signal amplification, while the reported -79 dBc distortion at 1 MHz provides evidence of low signal degradation under the stated 1 kΩ-load condition. The receiver should be evaluated for the actual line rate, input amplitude, and downstream system noise. PCB implementation must preserve matched differential geometry and provide a low-impedance return path to avoid introducing board-level distortion.
Recommended
High-Speed Signal-Conditioning Module
For instrumentation and test modules, the THS6072ID offers a 175 MHz -3 dB differential receiver in an 8-pin SOIC package. Its 3.4 mA per-channel quiescent current is useful when multiple channels consume limited power, while its voltage-feedback architecture supports straightforward signal conditioning. The 10 nV/√Hz noise density can help preserve low-amplitude measurements, but board parasitics and connector transitions may dominate at high frequency. Use controlled-impedance traces, short input routing, and careful grounding to retain the receiver's distortion performance.
Recommended
Data and Control Interface Buffering
THS6072ID can be used as a high-speed differential-to-single-ended buffering element in data and control interfaces, subject to the receiver's verified electrical limits. Its 175 MHz bandwidth comfortably exceeds many conventional low-speed interface rates, while the -79 dBc distortion figure at 1 MHz demonstrates low nonlinear distortion under the cited test condition. Designers should avoid using bandwidth alone as proof of digital compatibility; confirm gain, rise and fall behavior, output swing, and stability. Keep the input path away from noisy digital return currents and decouple supply pins locally.
Recommended
Industrial Broadband Measurement
The THS6072ID is suitable for industrial broadband measurement front ends that need differential input, low quiescent power, and high bandwidth. Its -40°C to +85°C operating-temperature range covers industrial environments, while the 8-pin SOIC package simplifies inspection and rework. The reported 10 nV/√Hz noise density and -79 dBc distortion support sensitive signal-chain work, but the complete measurement accuracy also depends on source impedance, filtering, grounding, and calibration. Use a shielded or guarded analog layout where electromagnetic interference could otherwise dominate the receiver's inherent noise performance.
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Engineering reference data for THS6072ID — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | THS6072IDG4 | THS6072CD | THS6072IDRG4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Package | 8-SOIC | 8-SOIC - same | 8-SOIC - same | 8-SOIC - same |
| Device Type | Low-power ADSL differential receiver | Low-power ADSL differential receiver | THS6072-family differential receiver | Low-power ADSL differential receiver |
| Bandwidth | 175 MHz at -3 dB | 175 MHz at -3 dB | 175 MHz at -3 dB | 175 MHz at -3 dB |
| Quiescent Current | 3.4 mA per channel | 3.4 mA per channel | 3.4 mA per channel | 3.4 mA per channel |
| Voltage Noise Density | 10 nV/√Hz | 10 nV/√Hz | 10 nV/√Hz | 10 nV/√Hz |
| Distortion | -79 dBc at 1 MHz and 1 kΩ load | -79 dBc at 1 MHz and 1 kΩ load | -79 dBc at 1 MHz and 1 kΩ load | -79 dBc at 1 MHz and 1 kΩ load |
| Architecture | Voltage-feedback differential receiver | Voltage-feedback differential receiver | Voltage-feedback differential receiver | Voltage-feedback differential receiver |
Key Differentiators
- High bandwidth in a low-power receiver (vs THS6072IDG4)
- Documented low-noise operation (vs THS6072CD)
- Low distortion for broadband signal conditioning (vs THS6072IDRG4)
Design Notes
Route the differential inputs as a closely matched pair over a continuous ground plane, with minimal stubs and no unnecessary test-point breaks. The verified 175 MHz -3 dB bandwidth and -79 dBc distortion at 1 MHz make trace geometry and return-current control important. Calculate differential impedance from the actual PCB stack-up, keep the receiver close to its source, and provide a nearby low-inductance ground return to minimize conversion of common-mode current into differential signal.
Place supply bypass capacitance immediately between the appropriate power and ground pins rather than at a distant bulk-capacitor location. Keep the high-frequency current loop as small as practical and use separate routing for sensitive input and output returns where board constraints permit. Although the receiver's verified quiescent current is only 3.4 mA per channel, supply impedance and high-frequency transient current still affect noise and distortion. Confirm the operating supply range and decoupling values in the manufacturer datasheet.
Do not treat the 175 MHz bandwidth rating as permission to use arbitrary board interconnects. Input common-mode range, gain, output swing, stability, and permissible loading must be checked against the complete datasheet. Because the supplied excerpts contain -79 dBc distortion at 1 MHz with a 1 kΩ load, evaluate the intended termination and load separately. If the source is balanced but the receiver output is single-ended, include any required gain-setting or termination network only after confirming its stability impact.
Avoid treating a generic high-speed operational amplifier as a drop-in THS6072ID replacement. A valid substitute must preserve the 8-pin SOIC pin assignments and the critical electrical limits, including supply range, input common-mode range, gain behavior, output swing, bandwidth, noise, distortion, and stability. No verified cross-brand equivalent was found in the supplied cross-reference results. For that reason, use only the documented Texas Instruments variants unless a manufacturer-specific comparison confirms complete compatibility.
Compliance Information
The supplied data did not explicitly state RoHS, REACH, AEC-Q100, lead-free, halogen-free, or conflict-minerals status. These fields therefore remain unknown rather than being inferred from the presence of an orderable G4 suffix.