SC16C2550IA44,512

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Serial Communication Controller
• Characteristics:
  • High-performance UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) with FIFO (First-In-First-Out) buffers
  • Supports asynchronous and synchronous serial communication protocols
  • Low power consumption
  • Wide operating voltage range
• Package: 44-pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package)
• Essence: Facilitates reliable and efficient serial communication in various applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, quantity varies based on customer requirements

Specifications

• Operating Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Data Rate: Up to 3 Mbps
• Number of Channels: 2
• FIFO Depth: 64 bytes per channel
• Supported Protocols: RS-232, RS-485, RS-422, IrDA, and others
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The SC16C2550IA44,512 has a total of 44 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VCC
2. GND
3. TXD1
4. RXD1
5. RTS1
6. CTS1
7. DSR1
8. DCD1
9. RI1
10. DTR1
11. TXD2
12. RXD2
13. RTS2
14. CTS2
15. DSR2
16. DCD2
17. RI2
18. DTR2
19. INT
20. SCLK
21. SDATA
22. SLOAD
23. RESET
24. ALE
25. RD
26. WR
27. CS
28. ADDR0
29. ADDR1
30. ADDR2
31. ADDR3
32. ADDR4
33. ADDR5
34. ADDR6
35. ADDR7
36. ADDR8
37. ADDR9
38. ADDR10
39. ADDR11
40. ADDR12
41. ADDR13
42. ADDR14
43. ADDR15
44. ADDR16

Functional Features

• High-speed UART with 64-byte FIFO buffers for efficient data transfer
• Supports various serial communication protocols, enabling compatibility with different devices
• Low power consumption, suitable for battery-powered applications
• Wide operating voltage range allows flexibility in system design
• Integrated hardware flow control (RTS/CTS) for reliable data transmission
• Programmable interrupt controller for efficient handling of events
• Built-in support for IrDA (Infrared Data Association) protocol

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance UART with FIFO buffers ensures efficient data transfer - Wide operating voltage range allows compatibility with various systems - Support for multiple serial communication protocols enhances versatility - Low power consumption makes it suitable for portable and battery-powered devices

Disadvantages: - Limited number of channels (2) - Relatively large package size (44-pin TQFP)

Working Principles

The SC16C2550IA44,512 is a serial communication controller that facilitates the exchange of data between a microcontroller or processor and external devices using serial communication protocols. It integrates high-performance UART functionality with FIFO buffers, allowing efficient and reliable data transfer.

The UART receives parallel data from the microcontroller, converts it into serial format, and transmits it to the external device. Similarly, it receives serial data from the device, converts it into parallel format, and transfers it to the microcontroller. The FIFO buffers help in managing the data flow, reducing the burden on the microcontroller.

The controller supports various serial communication protocols such as RS-232, RS-485, RS-422, and IrDA. It also incorporates hardware flow control (RTS/CTS) to ensure reliable data transmission by managing the flow of data between the microcontroller and external devices.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SC16C2550IA44,512 finds applications in various fields where serial communication is required. Some of the detailed application field plans include:

1. Industrial Automation: Used for communication between PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, and actuators.
2. Telecommunications: Enables communication between network equipment, modems, and routers.
3. Automotive Electronics: Facilitates data exchange between automotive control units, sensors, and displays.
4. Medical Devices: Used for communication between medical instruments, monitoring devices, and control systems.
5. Consumer Electronics: Enables serial communication in devices such as printers, scanners, and digital cameras.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. SC16C2552IA44,512: Similar to SC16C2550IA44,512 but with 4 channels