UCC3818ADR - Texas Instruments

Manufacturer Part Number

UCC3818ADR

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments

Introduction

The UCC3818ADR is a power factor correction (PFC) integrated circuit designed to enhance power supply efficiency in applications requiring power factor correction, by controlling the amount of reactive power generated.

Product Features and Performance

Power Management IC with Power Factor Correction capability

Average Current Mode Control

Switching frequency range of 6kHz to 220kHz

Low startup current of 150 µA

Operating voltage between 12V and 17V

Functional across a temperature range of 0°C to 70°C

Surface mount 16-SOIC packaging

Product Advantages

Improves power supply efficiency

Reduces total harmonic distortion

Enables compliance with international power factor regulations

Versatile switching frequency for different applications

Compact 16-SOIC package size suitable for space-constrained designs

Key Technical Parameters

Mode: Average Current

Frequency Switching: 6kHz ~ 220kHz

Current Startup: 150 µA

Voltage Supply: 12V ~ 17V

Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C

Quality and Safety Features

Built to Texas Instruments' rigorous quality standards

Over-temperature and over-voltage protection features

Compatibility

Compatible with a variety of switching frequencies and power supply designs

Surface Mount 16-SOIC packaging aligns with standard PCB manufacturing processes

Application Areas

AC-DC power supplies

Power adapters for laptops and consumer electronics

LED lighting power supplies

Telecommunication power systems

Product Lifecycle

Currently Active product status

No notification of discontinuation, ensuring ongoing product availability

Support and updates likely available due to active status

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Texas Instruments is a renowned manufacturer with reliable technology

Enables the design of high-efficiency power supplies with better power factor ratings

Flexible switching options allow for customized application tuning

Supports a wide operating voltage range, applicable for global use

Meets energy regulations, facilitating compliance and market acceptance