MCP2200T-I/MQ

Product Overview

• Category: USB-to-UART/I2C bridge controller
• Use: Interface between a USB port and serial protocol interfaces (UART or I2C)
• Characteristics: Small form factor, low power consumption, versatile interface capabilities
• Package: 20-pin SSOP package
• Essence: Bridging communication between USB and serial protocols
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, quantity varies by supplier

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 3.3V
• Data Rate: Up to 460.8 kbps
• Interface: USB 2.0 Full-Speed (12 Mbps)
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Integrated EEPROM: 256 bytes for storing device configurations

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. VDD - Power supply
2. D- - USB data line
3. D+ - USB data line
4. GND - Ground
5. GP0 - General-purpose I/O pin
6. GP1 - General-purpose I/O pin
7. GP2 - General-purpose I/O pin
8. GP3 - General-purpose I/O pin
9. GP4 - General-purpose I/O pin
10. GP5 - General-purpose I/O pin
11. SCL - I2C clock line
12. SDA - I2C data line
13. TX - UART transmit
14. RX - UART receive
15. RTS - UART request to send
16. CTS - UART clear to send
17. RI - UART ring indicator
18. DTR - UART data terminal ready
19. DCD - UART data carrier detect
20. RESET - Device reset

Functional Features

• USB-to-UART bridging
• USB-to-I2C bridging
• Integrated EEPROM for device configuration storage
• GPIO pins for general-purpose interfacing
• Support for multiple baud rates and data formats

Advantages

• Small form factor suitable for space-constrained designs
• Low power consumption ideal for portable devices
• Versatile interface capabilities for diverse applications
• Integrated EEPROM simplifies device configuration

Disadvantages

• Limited number of GPIO pins may be insufficient for complex interfacing requirements
• Operating temperature range may not be suitable for extreme environments

Working Principles

The MCP2200T-I/MQ acts as a bridge between a USB host and serial communication protocols such as UART and I2C. It translates USB commands into the respective serial protocol signals and vice versa, enabling seamless communication between a computer and peripheral devices.

Detailed Application Field Plans

• Industrial automation: Connecting USB-enabled devices to industrial equipment with UART or I2C interfaces
• Consumer electronics: Integrating USB connectivity with legacy devices using serial communication
• Embedded systems: Providing USB interfacing for microcontroller-based systems with UART or I2C support

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• CP2102N
• FT232R
• PL2303HX

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