Interface - Specialized

Category Introduction

Products in this family provide functions needed to interconnect an information source/sink to a sensor, transducer, actuator, transfer medium, or other such endpoint in a wide variety of esoteric or narrowly focused applications. Examples include automotive airbag drivers, body control and infotainment busses, adaptive cable equalizers, smart cards, and many others.

Product List

4453 Items

Mfr Part #	Quantity Available	UnitPrice	Series	Packaging	Product Status	Applications	Interface	Voltage - Supply	Package / Case	Supplier Device Package	Mounting Type
TPD12S521DBTR IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 38TSSOP Texas Instruments	501	$0.87		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	Personal Computers, CAD/CAM/CAE Workstation, Point-of-Sale Terminals, Audio/Visual Devices, Limited Space Areas	HDMI	5V ~ 5.5V	38-TFSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)	38-TSSOP	Surface Mount
MAX31740ATA+T IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 8TDFN Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	607	$1.57		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	Fan Controller	-	3V ~ 5.5V	8-WFDFN Exposed Pad	8-TDFN (2x3)	Surface Mount
MAX16054AZT+T IC INTFACE SPECIALIZED TSOT23-6 Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	81	$2.84		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	PDA's, Portable Audio/Video, Smartphones	-	2.7V ~ 5.5V	SOT-23-6 Thin, TSOT-23-6	TSOT-23-6	Surface Mount
USB3250-ABZJ IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 56QFN Microchip Technology	378	$1.76		Tray	Active	USB	UTMI	-	56-VFQFN Exposed Pad	56-QFN (8x8)	Surface Mount
PI3HDX12211ZHEX ACTIVE DISPLAY V-QFN3590-42 Diodes Incorporated	168	$3.47		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	HDMI Redriver, Level Shifter	I²C	3V ~ 3.6V	42-VFQFN Exposed Pad	42-TQFN (9x3.5)	Surface Mount
TDP158RSBR IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 40WQFN Texas Instruments	16	$4.68		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	HDMI	-	3.3V	40-WFQFN Exposed Pad	40-WQFN (5x5)	Surface Mount
PI3HDX12221ZLDEX PCIE EQX,W-QFN3060-40 Diodes Incorporated	19	$5.51		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	HDMI Redriver, Level Shifter	HDMI	3V ~ 3.6V	40-WFQFN Exposed Pad	40-TQFN (3x6)	Surface Mount
DS90CF384AMTDX/NOPB IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 56TSSOP Texas Instruments	56	$4.96		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	-	-	3V ~ 3.6V	56-TFSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)	56-TSSOP	Surface Mount
TDP142RNQT IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 40WQFN Texas Instruments	50	$5.78	DisplayPort™	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	Personal Computers, CAD/CAM/CAE Workstation, Point-of-Sale Terminals, Audio/Visual Devices, Limited Space Areas	HDMI	3V ~ 3.6V	40-WFQFN Exposed Pad	40-WQFN (6x4)	Surface Mount
TUSB217AIRWBR USB 2.0 HIGH-SPEED SIGNAL CONDIT Texas Instruments	148	$6.50		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	Cell Phones, Desktop, Laptops, Tablet	USB 2.0	2.3V ~ 6.5V	12-XFQFN	12-X2QFN (1.6x1.6)	Surface Mount
LTC4316CMS#PBF IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 10MSOP Analog Devices Inc.	24	$4.44		Tube	Active	Address Translator	I²C	2.25V ~ 5.5V	10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)	10-MSOP	Surface Mount
AD8170ARZ-R7 IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 8SOIC Analog Devices Inc.	9	$7.01		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	Multiplexer with Amplifier	-	±4V ~ 6V	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC	Surface Mount
DS90CF364AMTD/NOPB IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 48TSSOP Texas Instruments	37	$4.71		Tube	Active	-	-	3V ~ 3.6V	48-TFSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)	48-TSSOP	Surface Mount
DS90CF383BMT/NOPB IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 56TSSOP Texas Instruments	153	$5.00		Tube	Active	-	-	3V ~ 3.6V	56-TFSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)	56-TSSOP	Surface Mount
USB2640I-HZH-02 IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 48QFN Microchip Technology	2	$5.06		Tray	Active	Controller	-	3.3V	48-VFQFN Exposed Pad	48-QFN (7x7)	Surface Mount
LTC4316IMS#PBF IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 10MSOP Analog Devices Inc.	30	$4.95		Tube	Active	Address Translator	I²C	2.25V ~ 5.5V	10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)	10-MSOP	Surface Mount
LTC4316IDD#PBF IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 10DFN Analog Devices Inc.	152	$5.04		Tube	Active	Address Translator	I²C	2.25V ~ 5.5V	10-WFDFN Exposed Pad	10-DFN (3x3)	Surface Mount
DS90CR285MTDX/NOPB IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 56TSSOP Texas Instruments	31	$7.72		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	-	-	3V ~ 3.6V	56-TFSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)	56-TSSOP	Surface Mount
USB2641I-HZH-02 IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 48QFN Microchip Technology	80	$5.32		Tray	Active	Controller	-	3.3V	48-VFQFN Exposed Pad	48-QFN (7x7)	Surface Mount
DS90CF363BMT/NOPB IC INTERFACE SPECIALIZED 48TSSOP Texas Instruments	9	$5.66		Tube	Active	-	-	3V ~ 3.6V	48-TFSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)	48-TSSOP	Surface Mount

About Interface - Specialized

What are Interface - Specialized?

Interface - Specialized

"Interface - Specialized" integrated circuits are designed to facilitate communication between different electronic systems or components that may not naturally communicate due to differing protocols or standards. These ICs act as translators or bridges, ensuring seamless data exchange and interoperability. They work by converting signals from one form to another, managing data flow, and sometimes even performing protocol conversions. Their basic operating principle involves receiving input signals, processing them according to predefined rules, and outputting them in a format compatible with the receiving system.

Types of Interface - Specialized

1. Protocol Converters

Protocol converters are used to translate data between different communication protocols, such as converting Ethernet signals to RS-232. They are essential in environments where legacy systems need to communicate with modern networks, ensuring data integrity and compatibility.

2. Level Shifters

Level shifters adjust the voltage levels of signals to match the requirements of different components. They are crucial in mixed-voltage systems, allowing devices operating at different voltage levels to communicate without damage or data loss.

3. Signal Conditioners

Signal conditioners modify signals to improve their quality or compatibility with other systems. They can amplify, filter, or isolate signals, ensuring that data is transmitted accurately and efficiently across different interfaces.

4. Bus Transceivers

Bus transceivers facilitate communication over shared data lines or buses. They manage data flow, prevent collisions, and ensure that multiple devices can communicate effectively over a common interface.

How to choose Interface - Specialized?

When selecting "Interface - Specialized" ICs, consider the following key parameters:

Compatibility: Ensure the IC supports the protocols and voltage levels of your systems.
Data Rate: Choose an IC that can handle the required data transfer speeds.
Power Consumption: Evaluate the power efficiency, especially for battery-operated devices.
Environmental Conditions: Consider temperature ranges and humidity levels the IC can withstand.
Supplier Reliability: Research supplier reputation, product reviews, and warranty options to ensure quality and reliability.

Evaluate product datasheets and consult with suppliers to ensure that the chosen IC meets all technical and environmental requirements for your specific application.

Applications of Interface - Specialized

1. Automotive Industry

In the automotive sector, "Interface - Specialized" ICs are used for in-vehicle networking, connecting various electronic control units (ECUs) to ensure seamless communication between systems like infotainment, navigation, and engine management.

2. Industrial Automation

These ICs play a critical role in industrial automation by enabling communication between different machinery and control systems, ensuring efficient operation and data exchange in manufacturing processes.

3. Telecommunications

In telecommunications, specialized interfaces are used to connect different network equipment, ensuring compatibility and efficient data transmission across diverse communication protocols and standards.

4. Consumer Electronics

In consumer electronics, such as smartphones and smart home devices, these ICs enable connectivity between various components, supporting features like wireless communication, data transfer, and device synchronization.

5. Medical Devices

In the medical field, "Interface - Specialized" ICs ensure reliable communication between diagnostic equipment and monitoring systems, facilitating accurate data collection and analysis for patient care.