TUSB8044ARGCT Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat No-Lead) In Stock
The TUSB8044ARGCT is a four-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub controller with USB Billboard support, operating from 0 to 70°C. It delivers up to 625 MBps data transfer rate, 24 MHz max clock, and I2C configuration interface in a 64-pin VQFN package. RoHS-compliant, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Quad Flat No-Lead
- Pin Count
- 65
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TUSB8044ARGCT Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Four-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed 5 Gbps) hub with USB Billboard capability for advanced device identification and alternate mode signaling
- Up to 625 MBps maximum data transfer rate with 24 MHz clock frequency, enabling high-throughput USB data aggregation for demanding peripherals
- I2C configuration interface with optional 3.3V supply and 34 MHz crystal support, allowing flexible system integration and runtime configuration
- Compact 64-pin VQFN (S-PQCC-N64) package with plastic/epoxy body enables space-efficient PCB design in docking stations and embedded computing platforms
Applications
The TUSB8044ARGCT is designed for USB docking stations, laptop expansion hubs, and industrial control panels that require four SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 downstream ports from a single upstream connection. It is also used in embedded computing systems, single-board computers, and test and measurement equipment needing flexible multi-port USB connectivity with I2C-based configuration. Its USB Billboard support makes it suitable for USB Type-C alternate mode applications in modern computing accessories.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Date Of Intro | 2019-02-21 |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Additional Feature | 3.3V SUPPLY ALSO AVAILABLE, 34 MHZ NOMINAL CRYSTAL AVAILABLE |
| Bus Compatibility | I2C |
| Clock Frequency-Max | 24MHz |
| Data Transfer Rate-Max | 625MBps |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PQCC-N64 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | CHIP CARRIER, HEAT SINK/SLUG, VERY THIN PROFILE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 1.26V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 0.99V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 1.1V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | NO LEAD |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | QUAD |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | BUS CONTROLLER, UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS |
| Package | Quad Flat No-Lead |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 3 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TUSB8044ARGCT:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many USB ports does the TUSB8044ARGCT support and at what speed?
The TUSB8044ARGCT supports four downstream USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed) ports, each capable of up to 5 Gbps signaling rate, with a maximum data transfer rate of 625 MBps, making it suitable for high-bandwidth peripheral connectivity.
What is USB Billboard and why is it important in the TUSB8044ARGCT?
USB Billboard is a USB device class that allows a hub or alternate mode adapter to communicate supported capabilities and error states to a connected host. In the TUSB8044ARGCT, this enables proper USB Type-C alternate mode negotiation, improving user experience when connecting display or protocol adapters.
What interface does the TUSB8044ARGCT use for configuration?
The TUSB8044ARGCT uses an I2C serial interface for configuration and status monitoring, allowing a host microcontroller to customize hub behavior, read port status, and adjust power management settings at runtime with low pin count overhead.
What package does the TUSB8044ARGCT use?
The TUSB8044ARGCT comes in a 64-pin VQFN (S-PQCC-N64) package with a plastic/epoxy body, offering a compact, thermally efficient surface-mount footprint ideal for docking stations, embedded hubs, and space-constrained PCB designs.
What is the operating temperature range of the TUSB8044ARGCT?
The TUSB8044ARGCT is rated for commercial temperature operation from 0°C to 70°C, covering standard office, consumer electronics, and light industrial environments without requiring extended temperature screening.
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