# TPS16850VMAR (Component)
## Description
Hot Swap Controller 1 Channel General Purpose 23-LQFN-CLIP (6x5)
The TPS16850VMAR is an automotive-grade integrated hot-swap and protection controller designed for robust power-path management in low-voltage DC systems. The device provides comprehensive protection features including overvoltage protection, undervoltage protection, reverse current blocking, inrush current control, overcurrent protection, and short-circuit protection. It is intended for applications requiring controlled power delivery and fault isolation in harsh electrical environments.
The device integrates dual back-to-back MOSFET control to support bidirectional current blocking and safe power switching. Adjustable protection thresholds and timing parameters allow flexible system configuration for various power rail requirements. The TPS16850VMAR supports operation across a wide supply voltage range and is optimized for automotive and industrial systems requiring high reliability and transient immunity.
The controller includes fault reporting and system status monitoring functions to support intelligent power management architectures. Soft-start capability minimizes inrush current during startup, reducing stress on connectors, power supplies, and downstream circuitry. Integrated thermal protection enhances system safety during abnormal operating conditions.
The TPS16850VMAR is qualified for automotive applications and complies with AEC-Q100 requirements. The device is provided in a compact VQFN package suitable for space-constrained designs and high-density PCB layouts.
Key Features
Automotive-qualified hot-swap and eFuse controller
Wide operating input voltage range
Adjustable overvoltage and undervoltage protection
Reverse current and reverse polarity protection
Inrush current control with programmable soft-start
Adjustable overcurrent and short-circuit protection
Fault monitoring and reporting outputs
Integrated thermal shutdown protection
Back-to-back MOSFET control architecture
Fast fault response and isolation
Support for controlled power sequencing
Designed for harsh automotive electrical environments
AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications
Compact VQFN surface-mount package
Applications
Automotive electronic control units
Infotainment and telematics systems
ADAS and camera modules
Industrial power distribution
Hot-swappable system power rails
Battery-powered embedded systems
Power-path management systems
Protection for sensitive downstream electronics
Electrical Characteristics
Operates from low-voltage DC power rails
Supports programmable protection thresholds
Integrated current sensing and fault detection
High transient immunity for automotive environments
Low standby current operation
Fast response to overload and fault conditions
Mechanical Characteristics
Surface-mount VQFN package
Compact footprint for dense PCB layouts
RoHS-compliant package construction
Suitable for automated assembly processes
Environmental and Reliability Specifications
Automotive AEC-Q100 qualified
Extended operating temperature range
ESD protection on interface pins
Designed for high-reliability applications
Supports operation in electrically noisy environments
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## Component Details
- **Owner:** adrian95
- **Created:** 5/21/2026
- **Last Updated:** 5/23/2026
- **Visibility:** Public
- **Manufacturer Part Number:** TPS16850VMAR
- **Symbol Style:** parametric-v1
- **Datasheet URL:** https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/tps1685.pdf?ts=1756708313660&ref_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.ti.com%252Fproduct%252FTPS1685
- **License:** https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
- **Part Type:** Integrated Circuit
- **Manufacturer Name:** Texas Instruments
- **Used in:** 9 projects
## Distributor Pricing (qty 1)
*Pricing shown for quantity 1. For price breaks and other quantities, open in Flux.*
| Distributor | Unit Price (qty 1) | Stock |
|------------|--------------------|-------|
| [Arrow](https://www.arrow.com/en/products/tps16850vmar/texas-instruments.html?utm_currency=USD®ion=nac) | N/A | N/A |
| [LCSC](https://www.lcsc.com/product-detail/C48705348.html) | $16.1389 | 1 |
| [Mouser](https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Texas-Instruments/TPS16850VMAR?qs=3GbUB62Nf7feTcUOtfOsAg%3D%3D) | $8.77 | 11K |
- **Part Type:** Integrated Circuits
- **Sub-Type:** Logic
- **Manufacturer:** Texas Instruments
- **MPN:** TPS16850VMAR
- **Mount Type:** Surface Mount
- **Package / Case Code:** VQFN
- **Pin Count:** 26
- **Logic Function:** AND
- **Compliance:** Rohs, AEC-Q100
## Pins
| Pin | Name | Type |
|-----|------|------|
| 24 | IN_4 | |
| 7 | OUT_1 | |
| 10 | IN_1 | |
| 23 | IN_3 | |
| 8 | OUT_2 | |
| 22 | IN_2 | |
| 9 | VDD | |
| 1 | ILIM | |
| 2 | IMON | |
| 3 | IREF | |
| 18 | OVP | |
| 4 | DVDT | |
| 25 | SFT_SEL_2 | |
| 20 | SWEN | |
| 12 | MODE | |
| 14 | ITIMER | |
| 16 | EN/UVLO | |
| 6 | SFT_SEL_1 | |
| 15 | TEMP | |
| 13 | ~FLT | |
| 19 | PGOOD | |
| 11 | NC_1 | |
| 21 | NC_3 | |
| 17 | NC_2 | |
| 26 | NC_4 | |
| 5 | GND | |
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