Interface ICs

Interface ICs bridge communication between processors, peripherals, and external networks. This section covers UART and USART transceivers for legacy serial links, USB controllers and bridges (FTDI, Silicon Labs), I2C and SPI bus expanders, CAN and LIN transceivers for automotive and industrial fieldbus networks, and bidirectional level shifters for mixed-voltage designs. These devices are essential in automotive ECUs, industrial PLCs, medical instruments, and consumer gadgets. Manufacturers include Texas Instruments, Maxim Integrated, NXP, Microchip, and STMicroelectronics.

Manufacturers listed in Interface ICs on Circuit Center include Texas Instruments, Microchip Technology, NXP Semiconductors, Microchip, Maxim/ADI, onsemi, Analog Devices and Diodes Incorporated.

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