LP5817DRLR
RGB LED DriverThe LP5817DRLR is a rgb led driver from Texas Instruments. View the full LP5817DRLR datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
LP5817DRLR shares its datasheet with LP5817, whose page lists every part number it covers.
Official LP5817DRLR datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
LP5817DRLR Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Esd Protection | 4kV HBM, 1.5kV CDM |
| Shutdown Current | 0.1μA |
| Number Of Channels | 3 |
| Output Current Range | 0.1mA to 51mA |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.5V to 5.5V |
| Pwm Dimming Frequency | 23kHz |
| Communication Interface | I2C (up to 400kHz) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 125°C |
LP5817DRLR Overview
Part: LP5817 (LP5817DRLR, LP5817YCHR) — Texas Instruments
Type: 3-Channel I²C RGB LED Driver (constant current sink)
Description: 2.5–5.5 V supply, 3-channel constant-current RGB LED driver with 0.1–51 mA per channel, 8-bit analog (dot current) and PWM dimming at 23 kHz, and a 400 kHz I²C interface.
Operating Conditions:
- Supply voltage (VCC): 2.5–5.5 V
- Operating temperature: TA -40 to 85 °C; TJ -40 to 125 °C
- Output pin (OUT0–OUT2) and SCL/SDA voltage: 0–5.5 V
- Effective input capacitance: 1 μF min (4.7 μF nominal)
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Voltage at VCC, SCL, SDA, OUT0, OUT1, OUT2: -0.3 to 6 V
- Junction temperature: -40 to 150 °C
- Storage temperature: -65 to 150 °C
- ESD: ±4000 V HBM, ±1500 V CDM
Key Specs:
- Output current range per channel: 0.1–25.5 mA (MAX_CURRENT = 0) or 0.2–51 mA (MAX_CURRENT = 1), VCC = 3.6 V
- Channel-to-channel error: ±3% max at 25.5 mA; ±2% max at 51 mA
- Device-to-device error: ±11% max
- Headroom voltage (VCC = 3.6 V): 0.135 V max at 25.5 mA; 0.275 V max at 51 mA
- Headroom voltage (VCC = 2.5 V): 0.15 V max at 25.5 mA; 0.3 V max at 51 mA
- Shutdown current: 0.1 μA typ, 0.3 μA max (VCC = 3.6 V)
- Standby current: 22 μA typ, 28 μA max
- Normal operation current: 0.15 mA typ (outputs disabled); 0.23 mA typ, 0.3 mA max (3 × 25.5 mA)
- UVLO: 2.3 V typ rising, 2.1 V typ falling
- PWM frequency: 23 kHz typ; internal oscillator 6 MHz typ
- Output leakage: 0.1 μA typ, 1 μA max
- Thermal shutdown: 150 °C min threshold, 15 °C hysteresis
Features:
- 3 high-precision constant current sinks
- Global 1-bit maximum current selection (25.5 mA or 51 mA)
- Individual 8-bit dot current setting
- Individual 8-bit PWM dimming with linear or exponential curves
- Audible-noise-free PWM up to 23 kHz
- I²C interface up to 400 kHz (slave address 0x2D)
- Logic pins compatible with 1.8 V, 3.3 V and 5 V
- Output voltage up to 5.5 V
- Shutdown via command or by holding SCL low
Applications:
- LED animation and indication in personal electronics
- VR headsets, gaming controllers and peripherals
- Electronic and robotic toys
- Smart and wireless speakers
- Solid state drives
- Electronic smart locks
- Headsets, headphones and earbuds
- GPS personal navigation devices
- WLAN/Wi-Fi access points
- Video doorbells and video conference systems
Package:
- DRL (SOT583-8), 2.1 mm × 1.6 mm, 0.5 mm pitch (LP5817DRLR)
- YCH (DSBGA-8), 1.4 mm × 0.7 mm, 0.35 mm pitch (LP5817YCHR)
LP5817DRLR Features
- Operating voltage range
- -VCC range: 2.5V to 5.5V
- -Logic pins compatible with 1.8V, 3.3V, and 5V
- -Output voltage up to 5.5V
- 3 constant current sinks with high precision
- -0.1mA to 51mA per channel
- -Channel-to-channel error: ±3% (maximum)
- -Ultra-low headroom voltage: 135mV (maximum) at 25.5mA; 275mV (maximum) at 51mA
- Ultra-low power consumption
- -Shutdown: ISD = 0.1μA (typical)
- -Standby: ISTB = 22μA (typical)
- -Active:
- INOR = 0.15mA (typical) when disable output channel
- INOR = 0.23mA (typical) when LED current = 25.5mA
- Analog dimming (current gain control)
- -Global 1-bit Maximum Current (MC): 25.5mA or 51mA
- -Individual 8-bits Dot Current (DC) setting
- PWM dimming up to audible-noise-free 23kHz
- -Individual 8-bits PWM dimming resolution
- -Linear or exponential dimming curves
- 400kHz (maximum) I 2 C interface
- ESD: 4kV HBM, 1.5kV CDM
- Package
- -2.1mm × 1.6mm SOT583-8 with 0.5mm pitch
- -1.4mm × 0.7mm DSBGA-8 with 0.35mm pitch
- -40°C to 125°C operating temperature range
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LP5817DRLR Applications
LED animation and indication for:
- Personal Electronics
- -Virtual Reality (VR) Headset
- -Gaming Controller and Peripherals
- -Electronic and Robotic Toys
- -Smart Speaker
- -Wireless Speaker
- -Solid State Drive (SSD)
- -Electronic Smart Lock
- -Headsets/Headphones and Earbuds
- -GPS Personal Navigation Device
- WLAN/Wi-Fi Access Point
- Video Doorbell
- Video Conference System
LP5817DRLR Pin Configuration
Figure 5-1. LP5817 DRL Package 8-Pin SOT583 Top View
Figure 5-2. LP5817 YCH Package 8-Pin DSBGA Top View
Table 5-1. Pin Functions
| PIN - NAME | PIN - DRL | PIN - YCH | TYPE (1) | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCL | 1 | A1 | I | I 2 C serial interface clock input. |
| SDA | 2 | B1 | I/O | I 2 C serial interface data input/output. |
| GND | 3 | C1 | P | Ground. |
| VCC | 4 | D1 | P | Power supply of the device. A 1μF capacitor is recommended to be connected between this pin with GND and be placed as close to the device as possible. |
| NC | 5 | D2 | - | No internal connection. This pin must be connected to GND. |
| OUT2 | 6 | C2 | O | Constant current sink output 2. |
| OUT1 | 7 | B2 | O | Constant current sink output 1. |
| OUT0 | 8 | A2 | O | Constant current sink output 0. |
- (1) P = Power Pin, I = Input Pin, I/O = Input/Output Pin, O = Output Pin.
Table 5-1. Pin Functions
LP5817DRLR Electrical Characteristics
Unless specified otherwise, typical characteristics apply over the full ambient temperature range (-40°C < T A < +85°C ), VCC = 3.6V, CIN = 1μF.
| PARAMETER | PARAMETER | TEST CONDITIONS | MIN | TYP | MAX | UNIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply |
| V CC | Input voltage range | 2.5 | 5.5 | V | ||
| V CC rising | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.4 | V | ||
| V CC_UVLO | Under-voltage lockout threshold | V CC falling | 2 | 2.1 | 2.2 | V |
| I SD | Shutdown current into VCC pin | V CC = 3.6V | 0.1 | 0.3 | μA | |
| I STB | Standby current into VCC pin | V CC = 3.6V, CHIP_EN = 0 (bit) | 22 | 28 | μA | |
| I NOR | Normal operation current into VCC pin | V CC = 3.6V, CHIP_EN = 1 (bit), OUT0_EN = OUT1_EN = OUT2_EN = 0 (bit) | 0.15 | 0.19 | mA | |
| I NOR | Normal operation current into VCC pin | V CC = 3.6V, CHIP_EN = 1 (bit), OUT0_EN = OUT1_EN = OUT2_EN = 1 (bit), I OUT0 = I OUT1 = I OUT2 = 25.5mA (MAX_CURRENT = 0 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh) | 0.23 | 0.3 | mA | |
| LED Driver Output | LED Driver Output | LED Driver Output | LED Driver Output | LED Driver Output | LED Driver Output | LED Driver Output |
| I CS | Constant current sink output range | V CC = 3.6V, VLED = 5V, MAX_CURRENT = 0 (bit), OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh (100% ON) | 0.1 | 25.5 | mA | |
| I CS | Constant current sink output range | V CC = 3.6V, VLED = 5V, MAX_CURRENT = 1 (bit), OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh (100% ON) | 0.2 | 51 | mA | |
| I CS_LKG | Constant current sink leakage current | V CC = 3.6V, OUTx = 1V, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = 0 (0%) | 0.1 | 1 | μA | |
| I ERR_D2D | Device to device current error, I ERR_D2D = (I AVE -I SET )/I SET ×100% | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 25.5mA (MAX_CURRENT = 0 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh) | -11 | 11 | % | |
| I ERR_D2D | Device to device current error, I ERR_D2D = (I AVE -I SET )/I SET ×100% | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 51mA (MAX_CURRENT = 1 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh) | -11 | 11 | % | |
| I ERR_C2C | Channel to Channel current error I ERR_C2C = (I OUTX -I AVE )/I AVE ×100% | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 25.5mA (MAX_CURRENT = 0 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh) | -3 | 3 | % | |
| I ERR_C2C | Channel to Channel current error I ERR_C2C = (I OUTX -I AVE )/I AVE ×100% | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 51mA (MAX_CURRENT = 1 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh) | -2 | 2 | % | |
| V HR | LED driver output headroom voltage | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 25.5mA (MAX_CURRENT = 0 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh), V CC = 3.6V | 0.135 | V | ||
| V HR | LED driver output headroom voltage | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 51mA (MAX_CURRENT = 1 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh), V CC = 3.6V | 0.275 | V | ||
| V HR | LED driver output headroom voltage | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 25.5mA (MAX_CURRENT = 0 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh), V CC = 2.5V | 0.15 | V | ||
| V HR | LED driver output headroom voltage | All LEDs turn ON. Current set to 51mA (MAX_CURRENT = 1 (bit), OUTx_DC = FFh, OUTx_MANUAL_PWM = FFh), , V CC = 2.5V | 0.3 | V | ||
| f LED_PWM | PWM dimming frequency | 23 | kHz | |||
| f OSC | Internal oscillator frequency | 6 | MHz |
LP5817DRLR Absolute Maximum Ratings
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted) (1)
| MIN | MAX | UNIT | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage range at terminals | VCC, SCL, SDA, OUT0, OUT1, OUT2 | -0.3 | 6 | V |
| T J | Junction temperature | -40 | 150 | °C |
| T stg | Storage temperature | -65 | 150 | °C |
LP5817DRLR Recommended Operating Conditions
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)
| MIN | NOM | MAX | UNIT | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V CC | Input voltage range | 2.5 | 5.5 | V | |
| C IN | Effective input capacitance range | 1 | 4.7 | μF | |
| OUT0, OUT1, OUT2 | Voltage on OUT0, OUT1, OUT2 pins | 0 | 5.5 | V | |
| SCL, SDA | Voltage on SCL, SDA pins | 0 | 5.5 | V | |
| T A | Ambient temperature | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| T J | Operating junction temperature | -40 | 125 | °C |
LP5817DRLR Thermal Information
| THERMAL METRIC (1) | THERMAL METRIC (1) | LP5817 - DRL (SOT583) - 8 PINS | LP5817 - YCH (DSBGA) - 8 PINS | UNIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R θJA | Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance | 118.9 | 125.2 | °C/W |
| R θJC(top) | Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance | 47.1 | 0.6 | °C/W |
| R θJB | Junction-to-board thermal resistance | 27.5 | 38.9 | °C/W |
| Ψ JT | Junction-to-top characterization parameter | 1.4 | 0.6 | °C/W |
| Ψ JB | Junction-to-board characterization parameter | 27.2 | 38.9 | °C/W |
| R θJC(bot) | Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance | n/a | n/a | °C/W |
LP5817DRLR Typical Application
The LP5817 is a 3 channel RGB LED driver. The device has ultra-low operation current at active mode and only consumes 0.25mA when LED current is set at 25mA. In battery powered applications like e-tag, ear bud, e-cigarettes, VR headset, RGB mouse, smart speaker, and other hand-held devices, LP5817 can provide premium LED lighting effects with low power consumption and small package.
LP5817DRLR Package Information
| PART NUMBER | PACKAGE (1) | PACKAGE SIZE (2) |
|---|---|---|
| LP5817DRLR | DRL (SOT-5X3, 8) | 2.1mm × 1.6mm |
| LP5817YCHR | YCH (DSBGA, 8) | 1.4mm × 0.7mm |
- (1) For more information, see Section 11 .
- (2) The package size (length × width) is a nominal value and includes pins, where applicable
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LP5817 Simplified Schematic
Variants on the same datasheet
These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Package |
|---|---|---|
| LP5817 | Texas Instruments | — |
| LP5817DRLR.A | Texas Instruments | SOT-5X3-8 |
| LP5817YCHR | Texas Instruments | DSBGA-8 1.36x0.8mm |
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