Overview
The SC28L198A1BE,557 is an octal UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter) integrated circuit produced by NXP USA Inc. This device is designed to provide eight full-duplex asynchronous communication channels, making it a robust solution for various communication-intensive applications. It operates on both 3.3V and 5V supply voltages, enhancing its versatility in different system designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 100-pin LQFP (SOT407-1) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V ± 10% and 5V ± 10% |
| Operating Temperature | –40 °C to +85 °C |
| UART Channels | 8 full-duplex asynchronous channels |
| FIFO Size | 16 bytes for each receiver and transmitter |
| Baud Rate | 22 fixed rates; 50 – 230.4K baud or 100 to 460.8K baud, and additional non-standard rates up to 500K baud |
| Flow Control | In-band flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff characters and hardware handshaking (CTSN, RTSN) |
| Interrupts | Programmable interrupt priorities, global interrupt and control registers, vectored interrupts |
| Additional Features | Watch dog timer, parity, framing and overrun error detection, false start bit detection, line break detection and generation |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
Key Features
- Single chip CMOS-LSI communications device with eight full-duplex asynchronous channels.
- 16-byte receiver and transmitter FIFOs for each UART.
- In-band flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff characters and hardware handshaking (CTSN, RTSN).
- Automatic address detection in multi-drop mode.
- Programmable interrupt priorities and vectored interrupts.
- Watch dog timer for each receiver.
- Parity, framing, and overrun error detection.
- False start bit detection and line break detection and generation.
- On-chip crystal oscillator, 2–8 MHz.
- TTL input levels and high-speed CMOS technology.
Applications
- Statistical Multiplexers and Data Concentrators.
- Packet-switching networks.
- Process Control and Building or Plant Control.
- Laboratory data gathering.
- ISDN front ends.
- Computer Networks and Point-of-Sale terminals.
- Automotive, cab, and engine controls.
- Entertainment systems and MIDI keyboard control.
- Theater lighting control and Terminal Servers.
- Computer-Printer/Plotter links.
Q & A
- What is the SC28L198A1BE,557 used for?
The SC28L198A1BE,557 is an octal UART IC used for providing eight full-duplex asynchronous communication channels in various applications.
- What are the supply voltage options for the SC28L198A1BE,557?
The device operates on both 3.3V ± 10% and 5V ± 10% supply voltages.
- What is the package type of the SC28L198A1BE,557?
The device is packaged in a 100-pin LQFP (SOT407-1).
- What are the key features of the FIFOs in the SC28L198A1BE,557?
Each UART has 16-byte receiver and transmitter FIFOs.
- Does the SC28L198A1BE,557 support flow control?
Yes, it supports in-band flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff characters and hardware handshaking (CTSN, RTSN).
- What are some of the error detection capabilities of the SC28L198A1BE,557?
The device includes parity, framing, and overrun error detection, as well as false start bit detection and line break detection and generation.
- Is the SC28L198A1BE,557 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the SC28L198A1BE,557 is ROHS3 compliant.
- What are some common applications of the SC28L198A1BE,557?
Common applications include statistical multiplexers, data concentrators, packet-switching networks, process control, and more.
- Does the SC28L198A1BE,557 have programmable interrupt priorities?
Yes, it has programmable interrupt priorities and supports vectored interrupts.
- What is the operating temperature range of the SC28L198A1BE,557?
The operating temperature range is –40 °C to +85 °C.
