The PI3USB31532ZLEX is an integrated circuit (IC) component designed by Diodes Incorporated. It is a USB Type-C port controller with USB 3.2 Gen2 (SuperSpeed Plus) retimer functionality. This IC provides a comprehensive set of features for USB-C applications, including high-speed data transmission, power delivery, and USB PD negotiation.
Key features of the PI3USB31532ZLEX include:
1. USB 3.2 Gen2 Retimer: The IC supports USB 3.2 Gen2 data rates up to 10 Gbps. It provides efficient signal retiming and equalization to compensate for signal loss in long cables or transmission lines.
2. USB Type-C Port Controller: The IC is compliant with the USB Type-C specifications, enabling easy integration into USB-C host devices or peripherals. It supports both USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 data rates.
3. USB Power Delivery (PD): The PI3USB31532ZLEX supports USB PD negotiation, allowing devices to negotiate power requirements and provide up to 100W of power delivery. It provides high efficiency with low power dissipation.
4. Configuration Flexibility: This IC offers multiple configuration options to suit various system requirements. It supports both linear regulators and switched capacitor buck converters for power delivery. It also supports different modes of operation, such as pass-through, analog switch, or active cable mode.
5. Integrated ESD Protection: The IC incorporates built-in electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection, ensuring robust protection against transient voltage events, thus enhancing the system's reliability.
6. FlexMatrix Switching Technology: The PI3USB31532ZLEX utilizes Diodes Incorporated's proprietary FlexMatrix technology, which allows users to switch between two USB-C ports or USB-A and USB-C ports using external multiplexers.
7. Low Power Consumption: The IC incorporates power-saving features to minimize overall power consumption, increasing efficiency and extending battery life for portable applications.
8. Compact Package: The PI3USB31532ZLEX is available in a compact 32-pin QFN (Quad Flat No-Lead) package, which helps maximize board space utilization and facilitates easy integration into various designs.
Overall, the PI3USB31532ZLEX is a versatile USB Type-C port controller with USB 3.2 Gen2 retimer functionality, providing high-speed data transmission, power delivery, and USB PD negotiation. Its comprehensive feature set, flexible configuration options, integrated ESD protection, and low power consumption make it an ideal choice for a wide range of USB-C applications.
