Overview
The TCAN4551-Q1, produced by Texas Instruments, is a highly integrated Automotive Control Area Network (CAN) Flexible Data Rate (FD) controller with an embedded CAN FD transceiver. This device is designed to meet the stringent requirements of automotive and industrial applications, offering robust performance and reliability. It supports data rates up to 8 Mbps and is backward compatible with classic CAN, making it versatile for various system configurations. The TCAN4551-Q1 operates over a wide temperature range of –40°C to 125°C, ensuring reliability in harsh environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage (VSUP) | 5.5 to 30 | V |
| Logic Pin Supply Voltage (VIO) | 1.71 to 5.25 | V |
| Operating Temperature Range | –40°C to 125°C | °C |
| CAN Bus Data Rate | Up to 8 Mbps | Mbps |
| SPI Clock Speed | Up to 18 MHz | MHz |
| Bus Fault Protection | ±58 V | V |
| Common Mode Range | ±12 V | V |
| Package Type | VQFN (20-pin) | |
| Package Size | 4.50 mm x 3.50 mm | mm |
Key Features
- AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications
- CAN FD controller with integrated CAN FD transceiver and SPI interface
- Supports ISO 11898-1:2015 and Bosch M_CAN Revision 3.2.1.1
- Meets ISO 11898-2:2016 physical layer requirements
- Classic CAN backwards compatibility
- Operating modes: normal, standby, sleep, and failsafe
- 1.8 V, 3.3 V to 5 V input/output logic support
- ±58 V bus fault protection and ±12 V common mode range
- Wake up via local wake up (LWU) and bus wake using CAN bus
- Failsafe features, internal dominant state timeout, and wide bus operating range
Applications
- Body electronics and lighting
- Infotainment and cluster systems
- Industrial transportation
- Non-military drones
Q & A
- What is the TCAN4551-Q1?
The TCAN4551-Q1 is a CAN FD controller with an integrated CAN FD transceiver designed for automotive and industrial applications. - What are the operating temperature ranges for the TCAN4551-Q1?
The device operates over a temperature range of –40°C to 125°C. - What is the maximum data rate supported by the TCAN4551-Q1?
The TCAN4551-Q1 supports data rates up to 8 Mbps. - Is the TCAN4551-Q1 backward compatible with classic CAN?
Yes, it is backward compatible with classic CAN. - What are the key operating modes of the TCAN4551-Q1?
The device supports normal, standby, sleep, and failsafe operating modes. - What is the bus fault protection range of the TCAN4551-Q1?
The device offers ±58 V bus fault protection. - How does the TCAN4551-Q1 support wake-up functions?
The device supports wake up via local wake up (LWU) and bus wake using the CAN bus. - What are some of the protection features of the TCAN4551-Q1?
The device includes failsafe features, internal dominant state timeout, and a wide bus operating range. - What are the typical applications of the TCAN4551-Q1?
It is used in body electronics, infotainment systems, industrial transportation, and non-military drones. - What is the package type and size of the TCAN4551-Q1?
The device comes in a VQFN (20-pin) package with a size of 4.50 mm x 3.50 mm.
