The ENC424J600T-I/ML is an Integrated Circuit (IC) component designed and manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is a highly integrated 10/100 Base-T Ethernet controller with an integrated media access controller (MAC) and physical layer transceiver (PHY). With a compact size and low power consumption, this IC is commonly used for Ethernet connectivity in various industrial and consumer applications.
Key features of the ENC424J600T-I/ML include:
1. Ethernet Connectivity: The ENC424J600T-I/ML provides reliable and high-speed Ethernet connectivity to enable communication between devices over a local area network (LAN). It supports both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps data rates.
2. Integrated MAC and PHY: This IC features an integrated MAC and PHY, eliminating the need for external components and reducing the overall circuit complexity. The MAC handles framing and transmission/reception of Ethernet packets, while the PHY ensures compliance with physical layer requirements.
3. Serial Interface: The ENC424J600T-I/ML utilizes a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for communication with the host microcontroller. This interface allows easy integration into existing designs and provides efficient data transfer between the IC and the host.
4. Ethernet Controller Features: The ENC424J600T-I/ML offers various features to facilitate Ethernet communication, including automatic address filtering, frame padding, support for multiple packet sizes, and automatic retransmission on error detection