1 Introduction

Texas Instruments’ portfolio of level shifter devices contains many different types of level translation functions that collectively is able to address almost any application requirement. TI’s level translation portfolio includes Auto Directional, Direction Controlled, Fixed Direction, and Application Specific Level Translators in Industrial and Automotive ratings. For a list of recommended level translation devices for common interface types please see Table 1-1. For more information on all of TI’s level translation designs please visit TI’s level translation landing page at www.ti.com/translation.