Touchstone Semiconductor Introduces Two New Low-Power, Low-Voltage Comparators for Power-Sensitive Applications

As an improved, pin-for-pin functional equivalent to the MAX934, the TS9004’s 4.1-µA supply current is 25% lower and its ±1% initial accuracy reference is 50% lower in both specifications compared to the MAX934.



Ideal for 3V or 5V single-supply applications, the TS9002 dual and the TS9004 quad comparator can operate from single +2.5V to +11V supplies or from ±1.25V to ±5V dual supplies. Other common features include: a) an input voltage range from the negative supply rail to within 1.3V of the positive supply; b) 7-µs propagation delay; c) a push-pull output stage with 40mA source-current drive capability; and d) crowbar-current free output stage switching.



Both comparators are designed for low-voltage, low-power applications, including threshold detectors/discriminators, oscillator circuits, window comparators, level translators, and other battery-powered systems.



TS9002 Dual Comparator Key Specifications:

-Priced at $0.75 in 1000-piece quantities - $2.10 Less Expensive than MAX923!

-16% Lower Supply Current: 3.2µA vs 4.1µA

-25% Lower VREF Initial Accuracy: ±0.75% vs ±1%

-User-adjustable Hysteresis via External HYST Pin



TS9004 Quad Comparator Key Specifications:

-Priced at $1.15 in 1000-piece quantities - $0.60 Less Expensive than MAX934!

-25% Lower Supply Current: 4.1µA vs 5.5µA

-50% Lower VREF Initial Accuracy: ±1% vs ±2%

-Separate GND Pin for Output Drivers



Both parts are fully specified over the -40ºC to +85ºC temperature range. The TS9002 is available in an 8-pin MSOP package and the TS9004 is available in a narrow 16-pin SOIC package.