Overview
The NS16C2552TVS/NOPB, produced by Texas Instruments, is a dual-channel Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART) with advanced features and high performance capabilities. This component is designed to be pin-to-pin compatible with several other UART models, including the PC16552D, EXAR ST16C2552, XR16C2552, and Phillips SC16C2552B. It offers enhanced functionality such as low voltage support, 5V tolerant inputs, and higher data transfer rates up to 5 Mbits/s. The device is suitable for a wide range of applications requiring reliable and efficient serial communication.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 44-PLCC or 48-TQFP |
| Supply Voltage (Vcc) | 2.97 V to 5.50 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 5 Mbits/s |
| FIFO Size | 16 bytes (transmitter and receiver) for NS16C2552 |
| I/O Tolerance | 5 V tolerant I/Os |
| Baud Rate Generator | Capable of dividing the clock input by divisors of 1 to (2^16 - 1) |
| Interrupt System | Programmable interrupts with eight types of interrupt sources |
| MODEM Control | Complete MODEM-control capability |
Key Features
- Dual independent UART channels with on-chip transmitter and receiver FIFOs
- Multi-function output allowing more package functions with fewer I/O pins
- Auto hardware flow control (Auto-CTS, Auto-RTS) and auto software flow control (Xon, Xoff, and Xon-any)
- Programmable baud rate generator for each channel
- Processor-interrupt system with programmable interrupts
- Complete MODEM-control capability
- Industrial temperature range: -40°C to 85°C
- Default registers identical to the PC16552D with additional enhanced features
Applications
The NS16C2552TVS/NOPB is suitable for various applications requiring reliable and efficient serial communication, including:
- Industrial automation systems
- Embedded systems
- Telecommunication equipment
- Network devices
- Point-of-sale terminals
- Medical devices
Q & A
- What is the maximum data transfer rate of the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB?
The maximum data transfer rate is up to 5 Mbits/s.
- What are the package options for the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB?
The device is available in 44-PLCC and 48-TQFP packages.
- What is the operating temperature range of the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- Does the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB support hardware flow control?
- How many bytes of FIFO does each channel of the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB have?
Each channel has a 16-byte FIFO for both the transmitter and receiver.
- Is the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB compatible with other UART models?
- What is the supply voltage range for the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB?
The supply voltage range is 2.97 V to 5.50 V.
- Does the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB have programmable interrupts?
- What is the purpose of the baud rate generator in the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB?
The baud rate generator is capable of dividing the clock input by divisors of 1 to (2^16 - 1) and producing a 16X clock for driving the internal transmitter logic and receiver sampling circuitry.
- Does the NS16C2552TVS/NOPB support MODEM control?
