What are the key protection features?

The device includes 1.5A accurate current limiting, thermal shutdown, short-circuit protection, and undervoltage lockout (UVLO).

What is the typical application for this switch?

It is commonly used in consumer electronics, USB hubs, laptops, and set-top boxes to provide controlled power distribution.

What should be considered during PCB design?

Place a 0.01µF to 0.1µF ceramic bypass capacitor close to the IN pin and a minimum 10µF electrolytic capacitor on the input for heavy loads.

What is the pinout of AP2161WG-7?

Use the AP2161WG-7 datasheet for the official pinout diagram and pin names. In PartGenie, ask Datasheet AI about AP2161WG-7 pinout to locate pins, power rails, and interface signals before layout.

AP2161WG-7 Datasheet, Specs, Alternatives & ECAD | Diodes Incorporated

AI summary

The AP2161WG-7 is a 1A single-channel high-side power switch designed for USB and hot-swap applications, featuring active-low enable and integrated protection.

Best for

USB power distribution
Hot-swap protection

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Dual-purpose data/charging ports (e.g., HDMI/MHL)

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Input voltage stability
Thermal dissipation requirements

Key specifications

Input Voltage: 2.7V - 5.5V
Current Limit: 1.5A (typ)
Enable: Active Low
Package: SOT-25

Compliance & Environment

RoHS: ROHS3 Compliant
REACH: Y
MSL: -
ECCN: EAR99
HTSUS: 8542390001.0

Application

USB HubsConsumer Electronics

Datasheet

Diodes-Inc.-AP2161WG-7.pdf

800 KB

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It is a 1A single-channel high-side power switch with active-low enable, optimized for USB 2.0 and hot-swap applications.

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Best for

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Check before use

Key specifications

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