XRP2526ID-2-F Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The XRP2526ID-2-F is a Power Switch/Driver IC manufactured by MaxLinear, Inc., configured as a 1:2 USB switch with 900mA maximum output current in an 8-SOIC package. This part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives from active product lines. Substitute parts must maintain compatibility across load voltage range, output configuration, fault protection features, and package form factor to ensure direct replacement capability in existing designs.

Key Parameters

Parameter	XRP2526ID-2-F
Manufacturer	MaxLinear, Inc.
Switch Type	USB Switch
Number of Outputs	2
Ratio - Input:Output	1:2
Output Configuration	High Side
Voltage - Load	1.8V ~ 5.5V
Current - Output (Max)	900mA
Rds On (Typ)	80mOhm
Interface	On/Off
Input Type	Non-Inverting
Features	Status Flag
Fault Protection	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, Reverse Current, UVLO
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
Package / Case	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by the following critical parameters:

Package Compatibility: All substitutes must use 8-SOIC form factor (0.154", 3.90mm Width) for PCB layout compatibility
Output Configuration: High Side output configuration required
Input:Output Ratio: 1:2 configuration mandatory
Load Voltage Range: Minimum 1.8V support required; 2.7V ~ 5.5V range acceptable for most applications
Fault Protection: Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, and UVLO protection required as baseline
Interface Type: On/Off control interface required
Output Current: Minimum 900mA capability required; higher ratings acceptable

Substitute parts are grouped by output type (P-Channel vs. N-Channel) and input logic (Non-Inverting vs. Inverting). P-Channel substitutes (LM3526 series) provide lower output current (500mA) and narrower load voltage range (2.7V ~ 5.5V). N-Channel substitutes (MIC2026 and MIC2076 series) provide higher output current (1.25A) and support the same load voltage range, with variants differing in input logic configuration.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	XRP2526ID-2-F	LM3526M-L/NOPB	LM3526MX-L/NOPB	MIC2026-1YM	MIC2026-1YM-TR	MIC2026-2YM	MIC2026-2YM-TR	MIC2026A-1YM-TR	MIC2026A-2YM	MIC2026A-2YM-TR	MIC2076-1YM
Manufacturer	MaxLinear, Inc.	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology	Microchip Technology
Switch Type	USB Switch	USB Switch	USB Switch	General Purpose	General Purpose	General Purpose	General Purpose	General Purpose	General Purpose	General Purpose	General Purpose
Number of Outputs	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Ratio - Input:Output	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2	1:2
Output Configuration	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side	High Side
Output Type	—	P-Channel	P-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel	N-Channel
Voltage - Load	1.8V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V	2.7V ~ 5.5V
Current - Output (Max)	900mA	500mA	500mA	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A	1.25A
Rds On (Typ)	80mOhm	100mOhm	100mOhm	90mOhm	90mOhm	90mOhm	90mOhm	100mOhm	100mOhm	100mOhm	90mOhm
Input Type	Non-Inverting	Non-Inverting	Non-Inverting	Non-Inverting	Non-Inverting	Inverting	Inverting	Non-Inverting	Inverting	Inverting	Non-Inverting
Features	Status Flag	Status Flag	Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag	Slew Rate Controlled, Status Flag
Fault Protection	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, Reverse Current, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO	Current Limiting (Fixed), Over Temperature, UVLO
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)	-40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)	-40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)	-40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
Package / Case	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (N-Channel, Non-Inverting Input)

MIC2026-1YM-TR and MIC2076-1YM provide the closest functional alignment to XRP2526ID-2-F for applications requiring non-inverting input logic. Both parts deliver 1.25A output current, exceeding the original 900mA specification, with 90mOhm typical on-resistance. MIC2026-1YM-TR offers higher inventory availability (61,504 pcs) in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel packaging. Both are ROHS3 compliant and active products from Microchip Technology.

Secondary Substitutes (N-Channel, Inverting Input)

MIC2026-2YM-TR and MIC2026A-2YM-TR are suitable for designs where inverting input logic is acceptable. MIC2026-2YM-TR provides 51,550 pcs inventory availability. MIC2026A-2YM-TR offers 5,369 pcs in Tape & Reel packaging with 100mOhm on-resistance. Both maintain 1.25A output current and full fault protection feature set.

Alternative Substitutes (P-Channel Output)

LM3526M-L/NOPB and LM3526MX-L/NOPB from Texas Instruments are suitable only for applications where P-Channel output topology is compatible. These parts deliver 500mA maximum output current, below the original 900mA specification, and operate across 2.7V ~ 5.5V load voltage range. LM3526MX-L/NOPB provides higher inventory (42,900 pcs) in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel packaging. Both are ROHS3 compliant and active products.

Compliance Considerations

All substitute parts maintain RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating. Texas Instruments LM3526 variants include REACH Unaffected status. Microchip Technology MIC2026 and MIC2076 variants include REACH Unaffected status. All parts retain EAR99 ECCN and 8542.39.0001 HTSUS classification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can LM3526 series parts directly replace XRP2526ID-2-F?

A: LM3526 series parts are mechanically compatible (8-SOIC package) and functionally similar (1:2 ratio, High Side output, On/Off interface), but deliver only 500mA maximum output current compared to the original 900mA specification. Selection depends on application current requirements. Load voltage range is narrower (2.7V ~ 5.5V vs. 1.8V ~ 5.5V).

Q: What is the difference between MIC2026 and MIC2026A variants?

A: MIC2026 and MIC2026A variants are functionally equivalent with identical electrical specifications (1.25A output, 90mOhm or 100mOhm on-resistance, same fault protection). The "A" designation indicates a product revision. Both are active and available from Microchip Technology.

Q: Does input logic type (inverting vs. non-inverting) affect PCB layout?

A: Input logic type affects circuit design and control signal polarity but not PCB layout or package footprint. Non-inverting variants (MIC2026-1YM, MIC2026A-1YM-TR, MIC2076-1YM) require active-high control signals. Inverting variants (MIC2026-2YM, MIC2026A-2YM, MIC2026A-2YM-TR) require active-low control signals. Verify control signal compatibility before selection.

Q: Are packaging variants (Tube, Cut Tape, Tape & Reel) electrically equivalent?

A: Yes. Tube, Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel, and Tape & Reel (TR) packaging variants contain identical die and electrical specifications. Packaging differences affect supply chain logistics, minimum order quantities, and handling procedures only. Electrical performance is identical across all packaging options for a given part number.

Q: What is the significance of the operating temperature range difference?

A: XRP2526ID-2-F operates to 125°C junction temperature (TJ). MIC2026 and MIC2076 series operate to 85°C ambient temperature (TA). LM3526 series operate to 125°C junction temperature (TJ). For applications requiring operation above 85°C ambient, LM3526 series or applications with thermal management to maintain junction temperature below 85°C are required.

Q: Can MIC2076-1YM substitute for MIC2026-1YM-TR?

A: Yes. MIC2076-1YM and MIC2026-1YM-TR are functionally equivalent with identical electrical specifications (1.25A output, 90mOhm on-resistance, non-inverting input, same fault protection). MIC2026-1YM-TR offers higher inventory availability (61,504 pcs vs. 1,420 pcs). MIC2076-1YM is available in Tube packaging; MIC2026-1YM-TR is available in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel packaging.

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