NXP USA Inc. SC18IM700IPW/S8HP

The SC18IM700IPW/S8HP, produced by NXP USA Inc., is a versatile interface controller designed to facilitate communication between a microcontroller or microprocessor and the I²C-bus. This IC serves as a bridge between the standard UART port of the host device and the serial I²C-bus, enabling the host to communicate directly with other I²C-bus devices. The SC18IM700IPW/S8HP manages all I²C-bus specific sequences, protocol, arbitration, and timing, simplifying the control sequences from the host through ASCII messages protocol.

• Acts as an interface between UART port and I²C-bus, enabling direct communication between the host and I²C-bus devices.
• Manages I²C-bus specific sequences, protocol, arbitration, and timing.
• Uses ASCII messages protocol for simple control sequences from the host.
• Operates at 2.5V and 3.5V, providing flexibility in various applications.
• 16-pin TSSOP package for compact design.

The SC18IM700IPW/S8HP is suitable for a variety of applications where communication between a microcontroller or microprocessor and I²C-bus devices is required. These include:

• Embedded systems requiring I²C-bus communication.
• Industrial automation and control systems.
• Consumer electronics with multiple I²C-bus devices.
• Automotive systems needing robust communication interfaces.

1. What is the primary function of the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP?
   The primary function is to act as an interface between the UART port of a microcontroller or microprocessor and the I²C-bus, enabling direct communication with I²C-bus devices.
2. What package type does the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP come in?
   The IC comes in a 16-pin TSSOP package.
3. What are the operating voltages for the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP?
   The operating voltages are 2.5V and 3.5V.
4. What communication protocol does the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP use?
   The IC uses ASCII messages protocol for communication between the host and the I²C-bus.
5. What types of applications is the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP suitable for?
   It is suitable for embedded systems, industrial automation, consumer electronics, and automotive systems.
6. Does the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP manage I²C-bus specific sequences?
   Yes, it manages all I²C-bus specific sequences, protocol, arbitration, and timing.
7. Who is the manufacturer of the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP?
   The manufacturer is NXP USA Inc.
8. What is the benefit of using ASCII messages protocol in the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP?
   The use of ASCII messages protocol simplifies the control sequences from the host to the IC.
9. Is the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP available in different package options?
   No, it is specifically available in a 16-pin TSSOP package.
10. Can the SC18IM700IPW/S8HP operate in various voltage environments?
    Yes, it can operate at both 2.5V and 3.5V.