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TPS25923: Extended temperature operation

Part Number: TPS25923

I plan on using the TPS259231 in the reverse current protection configuration.  I have a temperature sensor and can disable the device if the temperature is outside of the -40 to +85 range, however I cannot prevent power from being applied to the input.  This part could potentially see -55C to +110C.  If the part has power on the input but is not enabled is there concern for failure?  Is it possible to get this part in an extended temperature range?

  • Hi Jeff,

    Thanks for reaching out!
    Can you help us understand the reason for such low operating temperatures. what is application/equipment?
    Are you using this device to turn-off subsystems based on temperature conditions?

    Best Regards,
    Rakesh
  • Hi Rakesh,

    I am utilizing it for data collection circuitry occurring in thermal chambers.  I have a need to protect against reverse current if input power is lost.  I have a comparator sensing the current direction to disable the 259231 to discharge the BFET pin cutting off the reverse current.  All other reverse current protection devices did not cut off until a significant amount of current flowed back through the device.  This gives me the control.  At extreme temperatures I can cut off the particular subsystem powered through this 259231 but power must remain on the main system when required. 

    Jeff Salyer

  • Hi Jeff,

    Interesting to know your application use case.
    When the device TPS259231 is disabled, there should not be any concern in using at +110C. I cannot suggest to use till -55C as the device behavior is not tested/characterized at extreme low temperature -55C.
    Is this a lab prototype or going into equipment for production?

    Best Regards,
    Rakesh
  • It is for lab equipment but will be connected to production hardware during thermal QA.  If I decide to use it I will place a PFET in front of it and cut off the voltage when I disable the 259231.  Thank you for your time.

    Jeff Salyer