TI Launches New Programmable Logic Product Series
In October 2024, Texas Instruments (TI) unveiled a new series of Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs) and no-code design tools, attracting significant attention in the electronics engineering field. This product line not only integrates TI's over 60 years of expertise in logic design but also transforms both technology and applications by simplifying the design process, reducing circuit board space, and minimizing system complexity.
Since the introduction of its first digital logic IC for the Apollo space mission in 1961, TI has consistently pushed the boundaries of logic design innovation. Over the past six decades, the company has continually advanced packaging technology and design capabilities, establishing a leading position in the market. As Luke Trowbridge, TI's Logic Products Marketing Manager, highlighted at the launch event, TI remains committed to providing logic devices that meet stringent standards across various sectors, including industrial, automotive, and aerospace. The newly launched PLD series continues this tradition, achieving new heights in compactness and high integration.
The PLDs introduced by TI can integrate up to 40 logic and analog components onto a single chip, offering up to a 94% reduction in circuit board area compared to traditional discrete solutions. This capability is crucial for modern electronic product design, as devices trend towards miniaturization and high power density, presenting engineers with the challenge of integrating more functions within limited space. TI's PLD solutions address this challenge while significantly simplifying the design process.
A standout feature of this launch is TI's no-code design tool—InterConnect Studio. This innovative tool features a drag-and-drop GUI interface that eliminates reliance on traditional hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog. As a result, engineers can complete logic design, simulation, and evaluation without writing any code. This approach not only accelerates the timeline from concept to prototype but also reduces development costs, making it a forward-thinking solution for contemporary engineering needs.
In addition to streamlining design processes and reducing size, TI's new PLD products excel in power efficiency, with static currents below 1µA, effectively extending the battery life of end devices such as power tools and battery packs. The PLD series offers multiple packaging options, including an ultra-compact lead package measuring just 2.1mm x 1.6mm, catering to the demands of automotive and industrial applications in harsh environments.
The new programmable logic devices from TI are suitable for various high-demand sectors. With stringent requirements for high-temperature tolerance and reliability in automotive and industrial settings, TI's PLD products have achieved AEC Q-100 certification, allowing them to operate within an ultra-wide temperature range of -40°C to 125°C. This makes them ideally suited for applications in challenging environments, including battery monitoring and power sequencing control.
By addressing the design time, system complexity, and power consumption challenges faced by modern engineers, TI's new series of programmable logic devices meets the current market demand for efficient and compact designs. The introduction of no-code design tools significantly lowers the barrier to development, further enhancing their appeal.
The release of this innovative product line will have a profound impact on multiple sectors, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics, providing engineers with greater flexibility and possibilities in their future designs. With these advancements, Texas Instruments reaffirms its position as a technological leader in the field of logic design.
