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LAN91C111I-NU

MCHPLAN91C111I-NU

Microchip Technology
Ethernet ICs Ethernet IC PHY IND TEMP
667 in stock

Overview

The LAN91C111I-NU is a high-performance single-chip 10/100 Ethernet MAC and PHY designed for embedded systems and industrial environments. It features a versatile bus interface that supports 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit data transfers, making it compatible with a wide range of microprocessors and RISC CPUs. This industrial-grade component includes 8KB of internal SRAM for packet buffering and supports advanced power management modes.

Why Choose This Part

The component integrates a full 10/100 PHY with an adaptive equalizer and baseline wander correction, ensuring reliable communication over various cable lengths. Its unique flat MMU architecture simplifies memory management for the host processor, while the 5V tolerant I/O and 3.3V operation facilitate easy integration into mixed-voltage systems. Additionally, it offers a ultra-low power down mode with a standby current as low as 14 uA.

Applications

Industrial Gateways
Providing robust Ethernet connectivity for PLCs and industrial protocol converters operating in extended temperature ranges.
Embedded Linux SBCs
Serving as the primary network interface for custom single-board computers requiring a low-latency, memory-mapped Ethernet controller.
Networked Instrumentation
Enabling remote monitoring and data logging for laboratory or field equipment via standard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet.
Voice over IP (VoIP) Endpoints
Utilizing the efficient DMA-like burst data transfer capabilities for real-time audio streaming over IP networks.

Getting Started

To begin development, interface the device via the MII or the generic host bus to your target MCU or FPGA. Use the serial EEPROM interface to store configuration data like the MAC address. Drivers for many legacy RTOS and Linux kernels are available, or you can implement custom drivers using the device's symmetric transmit and receive structures.

LAN91C111I Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
LAN91C111I-NS S 609

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