LIN Transceiver Provides 17 kV ESD Protection

The TPIC1021 standalone, local interconnect network (LIN) transceiver integrates up to 17 kV of ESD protection as per IEC and up to 12 kV per the HBM. Capable of withstanding ISO transients, the device also includes fault protection that manages ±40V on the LIN bus. It coexists with RC-oscillator-based microcontroller systems and is compliant with the LIN Physical Layer Specification Revision 2.0 and conforms to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J2602 recommended practice for LIN. Available in an 8-pin S08 package, price is $0.55 each/1,000. TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC., Dallas, TX. (800) 477-8924.