Product Overview
The SN65LBC172A16DWR from Texas Instruments is a quadruple RS-485 differential line driver, designed for high-speed multipoint data transmission up to 30 Mbps with enhanced 12 kV ESD protection.
Key Specifications
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Protocol | TIA/EIA-485, TIA/EIA-422 |
| Drivers | 4 |
| Data Rate | Up to 30 Mbps |
| Propagation Delay | <11 ns |
| Standby Current | 1.5 mA max |
| ESD Protection | 12 kV (bus pins) |
| Common-Mode Range | -7V to +12V |
| Supply Voltage | 5V |
| Package | SOIC-16 (DW) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
Features
- 4 differential line drivers
- RS-485/RS-422 compliant
- 30 Mbps data rate
- 12 kV ESD on bus pins
- Thermal shutdown protection
- Driver current limiting
- Power-up/down glitch-free
- Pin-compatible with SN75172, AM26LS31
Applications
- Motor drive communication
- Factory automation
- Industrial networking
- Multipoint data buses