NXLS96

NXLS96 is a high-performance, low-power logic level shifter manufactured by NXP Semiconductors, designed to facilitate seamless voltage level translation between different digital systems. It supports bidirectional signal transmission and operates across a wide supply voltage range from 1.65 V to 5.5 V on both the high-side (VH) and low-side (VL) sides, making it suitable for mixed-voltage applications in modern electronic designs. The device features a compact 8-pin SOIC package, ensuring minimal board space usage while maintaining reliable thermal and mechanical performance. With a propagation delay of typically less than 4 ns at 3.3 V operation, NXLS96 ensures fast signal integrity and minimal timing skew in high-speed communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and general-purpose I/O lines. Its low quiescent current—under 1 µA in standby mode—makes it ideal for battery-powered or energy-efficient systems where power consumption must be minimized. Key characteristics include automatic direction sensing, which eliminates the need for external control signals, and built-in ESD protection up to ±2 kV HBM, enhancing robustness against electrostatic discharge during handling and operation. The internal pull-up resistors on the VH side reduce the need for external components, simplifying circuit design and lowering overall BOM costs. NXLS96 is widely used in automotive electronics, industrial control systems, consumer devices, and IoT modules where reliable voltage translation between microcontrollers, sensors, and peripheral ICs is critical. Common applications include connecting a 3.3 V microcontroller to a 5 V sensor interface, or bridging 1.8 V logic domains in portable medical equipment. Its compatibility with standard CMOS logic levels and support for multiple voltage combinations make it a versatile solution for system-level integration across diverse industries. NXP’s commitment to quality and reliability ensures that NXLS96 meets AEC-Q100 qualification standards for automotive-grade components, offering enhanced durability under harsh environmental conditions such as temperature cycling, vibration, and humidity exposure. This makes it particularly suitable for use in engine control units, infotainment systems, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).