TCA6416ARTWR - Texas Instruments

Manufacturer Part Number

TCA6416ARTWR

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments

Introduction

I/O Expander IC with 16 GPIO interfaces for extended peripheral connectivity in microcontroller systems.

Product Features and Performance

16-bit I/O Expander

I2C and SMBus compatible interface

Interrupt Output for event notification

Power-on Reset

Push-Pull Output Type

Supports 10mA and 25mA Output Source/Sink capabilities

Up to 400 kHz Clock Frequency for I2C Interface

Wide Voltage Supply Range from 1.65V to 5.5V

Suitable for operation over an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 85°C

Surface Mount 24-WFQFN (4x4) package for compact PCB design

Product Advantages

Allows for expansion of GPIOs which facilitates design scalability

Simplifies connection with common, industry-standard I2C interface

Interrupt feature enables efficient communication and power management by alerting when input state changes

Broad voltage range provides design flexibility for various power supplies

High-temperature range ensures functionality in harsh environments

Key Technical Parameters

Number of I/O: 16

Interface: I2C, SMBus

Interrupt Output: Yes

Current - Output Source/Sink: 10mA, 25mA

Clock Frequency: 400 kHz

Voltage - Supply: 1.65V ~ 5.5V

Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C

Quality and Safety Features

Robust design for high reliability

Complies with industry-standard quality norms and safety guidelines

Compatibility

Compatible with a wide array of microcontrollers and processors supporting I2C interface

Application Areas

Embedded Systems

Microcontroller Peripheral Expansion

Industrial Control

Home Automation

Consumer Electronics

Product Lifecycle

Active Product Status

Not nearing discontinuation with ongoing support

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Enhances the GPIO capability of microcontrollers without a need for major redesign

Low power consumption for battery-powered applications

Flexible interfacing with I2C/SMBus allows for simple integration into existing systems

Reliable performance under wide operating temperature conditions

Easy to integrate into space-constrained designs due to its small form factor package

Support from Texas Instruments for long-term availability and technical assistance