Microchip intros LIN/SAE J2602 transceivers

NEW DELHI, INDIA: Microchip Technology Inc. has announced the MCP2021 and MCP2022 (MCP202X) LIN/SAE J2602 transceivers. The new devices are 3rd party-LIN/J2602 approved, OEM approved, and AEC-Q100 certified to meet the stringent requirements of global automotive manufacturers worldwide. The transceivers include built-in voltage regulators and are compliant with the LIN Bus 2.0/2.1 and SAE J2602 standards, as well as the previous-generation LIN 1.X standards.

The market momentum for LIN remains strong in all major product areas. According to the research firm Strategy Analytics, LIN represents the second largest market segment in networked automotive applications, in terms of number of nodes. The MCP202X family represents Microchip's second generation of LIN/SAE J2602, following the company's previous-generation MCP201 family.

With their built-in voltage regulator, the MCP202X transceivers reduce the number of external components needed, which increases system reliability and reduces overall design size. The transceivers' proven robustness and world-class ESD performance enable reliable communication in even harsh environments, with minimal or no external components required.

Additionally, the devices' industry-leading low emissions eliminates the need for external shielding, which is of particular interest to noise-sensitive systems such as car radios, in-car entertainment systems, GPS navigation, mirrors, steering-wheel control and garage-door openers. Low power consumption in operational and standby modes (115 and 16 micro Amperes, respectively) makes the MCP202X transceivers suitable for non ignition-switched applications, and helps to extend battery life.

"The MCP202X transceivers' proven robustness meets automotive manufacturers' needs for reliable, cost-effective in-vehicle communication," said Bryan Liddiard, vice president of marketing with Microchip Technology's Analog & Interface Products Division. "The transceivers' robustness, ESC performance and low power consumption, when combined with a microcontroller or digital signal controller, provide designers with maximum flexibility to incorporate new LIN/SAE J2602 features into their designs, in response to market requirements."