TL16C550CIFN Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier) In Stock
TL16C550CIFN is a Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART) from Texas Instruments, supporting up to 1 Mbaud data rates with a 16 MHz clock and 3.3V/5V dual-supply operation. Features a 16-byte FIFO buffer and NRZ encoding in a 44-pin PLCC package. From $3.11, in stock, worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier
- Pin Count
- 44
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- TL16C550CIFN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.1059(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TL16C550CIFN?
- Supports 1 Mbaud data transfer rate with 16 MHz maximum clock frequency
- Dual-supply compatibility: operates at both 3.3V and 5V supply voltages
- 16-byte transmit and receive FIFO buffers for improved throughput
- NRZ data encoding with full ASYNC communication protocol support
- 44-pin PLCC package with 8-bit external data bus width
What is TL16C550CIFN used for?
The TL16C550CIFN is widely used in embedded systems requiring reliable serial communication, such as industrial controllers, networking equipment, and microprocessor-based designs. Its dual-voltage support makes it ideal for mixed 3.3V/5V systems, while the 16-byte FIFO enables efficient high-speed UART interfaces in telecommunications and data acquisition applications.
What are the specifications of TL16C550CIFN?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Additional Feature | ALSO OPERATES AT 3.3V SUPPLY AT 14.9 MHZ |
| Address Bus Width | 3 |
| Boundary Scan | NO |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 16MHz |
| Communication Protocol | ASYNC, BIT |
| Data Encoding/Decoding Method | NRZ |
| Data Transfer Rate-Max | 0.125MBps |
| External Data Bus Width | 8 |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQCC-J44 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Low Power Mode | NO |
| Number of Serial I/Os | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | LDCC44,.7SQ |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Current-Max | 10mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.25V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 4.75V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | NICKEL PALLADIUM GOLD |
| Terminal Form | J BEND |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | SERIAL IO/COMMUNICATION CONTROLLER, SERIAL |
| Package | Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 3 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
Where can I find the TL16C550CIFN datasheet?
TL16C550CIFN Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for TL16C550CIFN?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum baud rate supported by the TL16C550CIFN?
The TL16C550CIFN supports a maximum baud rate of 1 Mbaud (1,000,000 bps) with a 16 MHz maximum clock frequency and a data transfer rate of up to 0.125 MBps, making it suitable for high-speed serial communication applications.
Can the TL16C550CIFN operate at 3.3V supply voltage?
Yes, the TL16C550CIFN also operates at a 3.3V supply voltage at up to 14.9 MHz, in addition to its standard 5.25V maximum supply. This dual-voltage compatibility makes it suitable for mixed-voltage embedded system designs.
What package type is the TL16C550CIFN and how many pins does it have?
The TL16C550CIFN comes in a 44-pin PLCC (Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier) package. This surface-mount package is compact and widely used in industrial and commercial electronics for reliable board-level integration.
What are typical applications for the TL16C550CIFN?
The TL16C550CIFN is typically used in industrial automation, networking equipment, modems, embedded controllers, and data acquisition systems. Its UART functionality with FIFO buffering makes it ideal for any application requiring asynchronous serial communication between processors and peripherals.
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