For customers looking to design thunderbolt systems with USB-C, how should one determine which PD controller to use for which Thunderbolt Technology?
TI USB-C PD Controllers in Thunderbolt
Devices
TI works alongside Intel to test, validate, and certify that our USB-C Power Delivery controllers support Intel Thunderbolt Reference Designs and ensure customers developing Thunderbolt solutions have a smooth experience when using TI products. Below shows the different USB-C PD controllers TI offer's to pair with Intel's various Thunderbolt Controllers, which are often found in USB Device applications such as docking stations and monitors.
To access the necessary files to support your Thunderbolt projects, please request access via the link below.
Please stay tuned for more product releases as Thunderbolt technology continues to develop! To learn more about TI's USB-C PD Controllers in Thunderbolt Device applications like Docking Stations and Monitors, please reach out to us at:
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Technology |
Intel® Reference Design |
Features |
TI USB-C PD Controller |
TI Accessory Products |
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TBT3 - Titan Ridge |
Tapex Creek |
Dual Port TBT Device with TBT3, DP1.4, and 85W Source capabilities |
TPS65988DJ |
TPS65982BB - Billboard Controller TPD6S300A - CC/SBU OVP Protection |
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TBT4 - Goshen Ridge |
Gorilla Creek |
Four Port TBT Device with TBT4, USB4, and 90W Source capabilities from UFP port |
TPS65988DK |
TPS65982DMC - Dock Management Controller TPS55288 - 20V Buck/Boost Converter TPS2546 - USB-A BC1.2 Charging Port Controller TPD4S311A - CC/SBU OVP Protection |
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TBT4 - Goshen Ridge |
Gladiator Creek |
TBT4 Desktop Front Panel and Optimized Docking Station |
TPS65988DK |
TPS65982DMC - Dock Management Controller TPD4S311A - CC/SBU OVP Protection |
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TBT4 - Goshen Ridge |
Gulliver Creek |
Mainstream Dock |
TPS65987DDK |
TPS65982DMC - Dock Management Controller TPS25810 - USB Type-C 15W DFP Controller TPS2546 - USB-A BC1.2 Charging Port Controller TPS2553 - USB-A load switch TPD4S311A - CC/SBU OVP Protection |
