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Best Alternatives to LMR16030SDDAR

Package: 8-PowerSOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)Texas InstrumentsVoltage Regulators - DC DC Switching RegulatorsSeries: SIMPLE SWITCHER®Package: Tape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT); Digi-Reel®Voltage - Input (Min): 4.3VVoltage - Output (Min/Fixed): 0.8VCurrent - Output: 3A

The LMR16030SDDAR is a 60V, 3A step-down voltage regulator from Texas Instruments in an 8-HSOIC package. Key alternatives include pin-compatible options from TI's TPS54x60B family, which offer similar or higher performance but may have different quiescent current.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Higher quiescent current impacts standby power.

Package risklow

Pin-compatible options with the same thermal PowerPAD are available.

Firmware risklow

These are hardware-configured regulators, no firmware changes needed.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for LMR16030SDDAR should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

Start with Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates for LMR16030SDDAR, then review parametric alternatives for package and electrical fit.

Main risk

The primary risk is the increased quiescent current in alternatives like the TPS54x60B series, which can reduce efficiency in light-load or battery-powered systems.

Recommended alternatives

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TPS54360BDDAR package
TPS54360BDDAR

Texas Instruments

Needs validationmedium risk

Pin-compatible alternative with higher current, but review quiescent current for battery or standby applications.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorLMR16030SDDARTPS54360BDDARTPS54560BDDARLMR14030SQDDARQ1Compatibility / risk
Voltage4.3 V to 60 V4.5 V to 60 V4.5V to 60V4 V to 40 V4.5 V to 60 V / 4.5V to 60V / 4 V to 40 V — Slightly higher minimum input voltage.; TPS54560BDDAR: Slightly higher minimum input voltage.; LMR14030SQDDARQ1: Candidate has lower max input voltage.
Current3 A3.5 A5A3.5 A3.5 A / 5A — Higher output current capability.; TPS54560BDDAR: Significant upgrade in output current.; LMR14030SQDDARQ1: Slightly higher output current.
Quiescent Current40 µA146 µA146 µA (est.)40 µA146 µA / 146 µA (est.) / 40 µA — Significantly higher quiescent current may affect light-load efficiency.; TPS54560BDDAR: Higher quiescent current, similar to TPS54360B.; LMR14030SQDDARQ1: Quiescent current matches.
Package8-Pin HSOIC (PowerPAD)8-pin HSOIC (PowerPAD)8-pin HSOIC PowerPAD8-Pin HSOIC8-pin HSOIC (PowerPAD) / 8-pin HSOIC PowerPAD / 8-Pin HSOIC — Package and thermal pad match.; TPS54560BDDAR: Package and thermal pad match.; LMR14030SQDDARQ1: Candidate package lacks the target's PowerPAD, impacting thermal performance.
Temperature-40 °C to 125 °C-40°C to 150°C---40°C to 150°C — Wider operating temperature range.

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Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for LMR16030SDDAR are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.