Definitions for Package Terminology

• Package designator code used in Texas Instruments part numbers. The link from the Pkg code goes to the package mechanical drawing in PDF format. Each of the PDF files is between 30K and 50K Bytes.

• The number of pins on the package.

• The abbreviated acronymn for this type of package.

• All Package/Pin combinations have a package preference code assigned to them. The codes and their meanings are as follows:
  
  
  • P - Use this package whenever possible
  • OK - Use if a preferred package is not available
  • A - Department approval required
  • X -Do not use

• Description of package type.

• The distance between the centers of adjacent pins (in millimeters).

• The maximum thickness of the package body (in millimeters).

• The JEDEC Standard for this package type.