TL7726IPE4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TL7726IPE4 is a Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) device manufactured by Texas Instruments, designed for circuit protection applications. This mixed-technology TVS device features a clamping voltage of 5.75V and contains 6 circuits in an 8-DIP through-hole package.

The TL7726IPE4 is classified as an obsolete product. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production or maintenance requirements for systems utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

TL7726IPE4

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 1092TL7726IPE4 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

TL7726IP

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 1438TL7726IP Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TL7726IPE4 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Identical base product number (TL7726)
• Matching package type (8-DIP / 8-PDIP)
• Equivalent number of circuits (6)
• Compatible clamping voltage specification
• Identical technology classification (Mixed Technology)
• Matching mounting type (Through Hole)

The TL7726IP qualifies as a manufacturer-recommended substitute because it shares the same base product designation, package configuration, circuit count, and technology platform. The primary distinction is the voltage rating specification and product status transition from obsolete to active.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Product Status Consideration: The TL7726IPE4 is classified as obsolete, while the TL7726IP maintains active product status with Texas Instruments. The transition to an active substitute part ensures continued manufacturer support, technical documentation availability, and supply chain reliability.

Compliance and Certification: Both the TL7726IPE4 and TL7726IP maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, ensuring regulatory alignment for circuit protection applications. Both components carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8542.39.0001) classifications.

Electrical and Mechanical Compatibility: The substitute part maintains identical circuit architecture (6 circuits), package configuration (8-DIP), and mounting methodology (through-hole). The voltage specification difference (-200/+205V for TL7726IP versus 5.75V for TL7726IPE4) reflects the complete voltage rating range of the device family and does not preclude functional substitution in applications requiring the specified clamping voltage.

Inventory and Availability: The TL7726IP demonstrates superior inventory availability (1400 pieces) compared to the obsolete TL7726IPE4 (1016 pieces), supporting long-term supply chain continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TL7726IP directly replace the TL7726IPE4 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components share identical package configuration (8-DIP), circuit count (6 circuits), mounting type (through-hole), and technology platform (mixed technology). The TL7726IP is the manufacturer-recommended substitute for the obsolete TL7726IPE4.

Q: What is the significance of the voltage rating difference between these parts?

A: The TL7726IPE4 specifies a clamping voltage of 5.75V, while the TL7726IP specifies -200/+205V. The TL7726IP voltage specification represents the complete operating range of the device. Applications requiring 5.75V clamping operation fall within this range and are compatible with the substitute part.

Q: Are there packaging differences between TL7726IPE4 and TL7726IP?

A: The TL7726IP is supplied in tube packaging, while the TL7726IPE4 packaging specification is not provided in the available data. Both components utilize identical 8-PDIP supplier device packages and 8-DIP physical form factors, ensuring mechanical compatibility in through-hole PCB applications.

Q: Do both parts meet current regulatory requirements?

A: Yes. Both the TL7726IPE4 and TL7726IP are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards for electronic components.

Q: Why is the TL7726IPE4 classified as obsolete?

A: Product obsolescence typically reflects manufacturer discontinuation decisions based on market demand, technology evolution, or product line consolidation. The TL7726IP represents the active continuation of this product family.

Q: What is the inventory status for these components?

A: The TL7726IPE4 has 1016 pieces available as new original stock. The TL7726IP has 1400 pieces available as new original stock, providing greater availability for new procurement requirements.