Texas Instruments

SN75ALS160DWR  

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers

The SN75ALS160DWR is a high-speed differential line driver and receiver pair that is designed for use in RS-422 or RS-485 applications. It is manufactured by Texas Instruments, a leading company in the semiconductor industry.

Description:

The SN75ALS160DWR is a monolithic integrated circuit that provides a complete solution for RS-422 or RS-485 data transmission. It consists of a differential line driver and a differential line receiver, which are designed to operate over a wide range of voltages and temperatures. The device is available in a 16-pin wide body SOIC package.

Features:

1. High-Speed Operation: The SN75ALS160DWR is capable of operating at data rates up to 10 Mbps, making it suitable for high-speed data transmission applications.
2. Wide Voltage Range: The device can operate over a wide range of supply voltages, from 4.5V to 5.5V, making it suitable for a variety of applications.
3. Low Power Consumption: The SN75ALS160DWR has a low power consumption of only 100mW, which makes it ideal for battery-powered applications.
4. High Noise Immunity: The differential input and output design of the device provides high noise immunity, making it suitable for use in noisy environments.
5. Short Circuit Protection: The device has built-in short circuit protection, which protects the driver outputs in case of a short circuit.
6. Fail-Safe Features: The SN75ALS160DWR has fail-safe features that ensure reliable communication in case of a bus failure.

Applications:

The SN75ALS160DWR is commonly used in a variety of applications that require high-speed data transmission over long distances. Some of the common applications include:

1. Industrial Control Systems: The device is often used in industrial control systems to transmit data between various components over long distances.
2. Telecommunication Systems: The SN75ALS160DWR is also used in telecommunication systems for transmitting data between different devices.
3. Data Acquisition Systems: The device is used in data acquisition systems to transmit data from sensors to a central processing unit.
4. Medical Equipment: The SN75ALS160DWR is also used in medical equipment for transmitting data between different components.
5. Automotive Applications: The device is used in automotive applications for transmitting data between various electronic control units.

In summary, the SN75ALS160DWR is a high-speed differential line driver and receiver pair that is designed for use in RS-422 or RS-485 applications. It offers a wide range of features, including high-speed operation, low power consumption, high noise immunity, and fail-safe features. It is commonly used in industrial control systems, telecommunication systems, data acquisition systems, medical equipment, and automotive applications.

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Material Set 21/Jun/2016       Design 25/Feb/2022