The SN65HVD485EDGKG4 is an integrated circuit (IC) component developed by Texas Instruments. It is a half-duplex differential bus transceiver that is designed for bidirectional data communication over balanced lines. Here are some key features and an overview of this IC component:
1. Half-duplex communication: The SN65HVD485EDGKG4 supports half-duplex communication, allowing data transmission in both directions but not simultaneously.
2. Differential signaling: This IC employs a differential signaling scheme, which reduces the susceptibility to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and noise, making it suitable for industrial automation and communication applications.
3. Wide data rate range: The SN65HVD485EDGKG4 supports data rates ranging from 0 to 5 Mbps. This flexibility enables compatibility with various applications, from low-speed industrial field buses to high-speed automotive networks.
4. Extended common-mode range: The IC offers an extended common-mode range of -7V to 12V, allowing it to tolerate large ground potential difference between connected devices.
5. IEC 61000-4-2 ESD protection: It provides robust electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection that meets or exceeds IEC 61000-4-2 level 4 requirements, safeguarding the transceiver against static charges during handling and operation.
6. Thermal shutdown protection: The IC features a thermal shutdown function that prevents damage due to excessive temperature