SC16IS740IPW/Q900

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Serial Communication Interface
• Characteristics:
  • High-speed UART with I2C-bus/SPI interface
  • Supports multiple serial protocols
  • Low power consumption
  • Small package size
• Package: TSSOP20
• Essence: Serial communication bridge between microcontrollers and external devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 1.8V to 3.6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Data Rate: Up to 5 Mbps
• Supported Protocols: I2C-bus, SPI, IrDA, and more
• GPIO Pins: 4
• FIFO Buffer Size: 64 bytes
• Dimensions: 6.5mm x 4.4mm x 1.05mm

Detailed Pin Configuration

The SC16IS740IPW/Q900 has a total of 20 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Function | |------------|----------|----------| | 1 | VDD | Power Supply (1.8V to 3.6V) | | 2 | SDA | I2C-bus Serial Data Line | | 3 | SCL | I2C-bus Serial Clock Line | | 4 | IRQ | Interrupt Request Output | | 5 | RESET | Reset Input | | 6-9 | GPIO0-3 | General Purpose Input/Output Pins | | 10 | GND | Ground | | 11-18 | NC | No Connection | | 19 | RXD | Serial Data Input | | 20 | TXD | Serial Data Output |

Functional Features

• High-speed UART interface with support for various serial protocols
• Flexible baud rate generator with fractional dividers
• Programmable I2C-bus/SPI clock frequency
• Automatic hardware flow control using CTS/RTS signals
• IrDA SIR (Serial Infrared) mode support
• 64-byte FIFO buffers for both transmit and receive operations
• GPIO pins for general-purpose input/output functionality

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Versatile serial communication interface supporting multiple protocols
• Low power consumption, suitable for battery-powered devices
• Small package size allows for space-efficient designs
• Hardware flow control ensures reliable data transmission
• FIFO buffers minimize data loss during high-speed communication

Disadvantages

• Limited number of GPIO pins (4)
• Requires external crystal oscillator for accurate timing

Working Principles

The SC16IS740IPW/Q900 acts as a bridge between microcontrollers and external devices by providing a high-speed UART interface. It can be controlled through an I2C-bus or SPI interface, allowing the microcontroller to communicate with various devices using different serial protocols. The chip handles the conversion between the microcontroller's serial data format and the selected protocol, enabling seamless communication.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SC16IS740IPW/Q900 finds applications in various fields, including: 1. Industrial Automation: Used for communication between microcontrollers and sensors, actuators, and other industrial devices. 2. Internet of Things (IoT): Enables connectivity between IoT devices and microcontrollers, facilitating data exchange and control. 3. Consumer Electronics: Integrated into devices like smart home systems, wearables, and gaming consoles for serial communication with peripherals. 4. Automotive: Utilized in automotive electronics for communication between microcontrollers and sensors, displays, and infotainment systems.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. SC16IS740IPW/Q901: Similar to SC16IS740IPW/Q900 but with extended temperature range (-40°C to +105°C).
2. SC16IS750IPW/Q900: Enhanced version with additional features like 8 GPIO pins and larger FIFO buffers.
3. SC16IS760IPW/Q900: Higher-performance variant supporting faster data rates and more advanced serial protocols.

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