Manufacturer Part Number
DS36C278TMX
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Introduction
High-speed, half-duplex, differential bus transceiver
Designed for multipoint RS-422 and RS-485 applications
Product Features and Performance
Supports data rates up to 20 Mbps
Receiver input hysteresis of 70 mV
Receiver input threshold of ±200 mV
Fail-safe receiver operation
Slew-rate limited driver
3-state driver and receiver
Thermal shutdown protection
Product Advantages
Reliable data transmission in noisy environments
Supports high-speed data communication
Overcurrent and thermal protection for safety
Key Technical Parameters
Package: 8-SOIC
Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
Supply Voltage: 4.75V to 5.25V
Duplex: Half
Number of Drivers/Receivers: 1
Protocol: RS-422, RS-485
Receiver Hysteresis: 70 mV
Device Type: Transceiver
Quality and Safety Features
Thermal shutdown protection
Slew-rate limited driver for signal integrity
3-state driver and receiver for flexible control
Compatibility
Designed for multipoint RS-422 and RS-485 applications
Application Areas
Industrial automation
Serial communication systems
Building automation
Transportation systems
Product Lifecycle
Active product, no discontinuation planned
Replacements and upgrades available from Texas Instruments
Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Reliable and high-speed data transmission in noisy environments
Overcurrent and thermal protection for safety
Flexible 3-state driver and receiver for easy system integration
Supports a wide range of industrial and automation applications