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LAN9252/ML

MCHPLAN9252/ML

Microchip Technology
Ethernet ICs 10/100 EtherCAT Slave Controller
3,400 in stock
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Overview

The LAN9252/ML is a 2-port EtherCAT Slave Controller (ESC) with integrated dual 10/100 PHYs, designed to simplify industrial Ethernet connectivity. It supports flexible host interfaces including SPI, QSPI, and MII, and features an integrated 1.2V regulator to enable single 3.3V supply operation. This controller is engineered for high-performance real-time communication in harsh industrial environments.

Why Choose This Part

The LAN9252 reduces BOM complexity by integrating dual PHYs and a 1.2V regulator into a compact 9x9 mm QFN package. It provides hardware-based EtherCAT processing which offloads the host MCU, and supports Wake on LAN (WoL) and cable diagnostics for improved system maintenance.

Applications

Industrial Automation
Integrating EtherCAT connectivity into programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and remote I/O modules.
Motor Drives and Motion Control
Providing low-latency feedback and control loops for synchronous multi-axis servo systems.
Robotics
Facilitating high-speed communication between robot controllers and end-of-arm tooling or sensors.
Process Control
Deploying networked field devices that require robust 10/100 Ethernet in industrial settings.

Key Specifications

Function Controller
Protocol Ethernet
Interface SPI
Standards 10/100 Base-FX/T/TX PHY
Package / Case 64-VFQFN Exposed Pad
Voltage - Supply 1.8V ~ 3.3V
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 70degC
Supplier Device Package 64-QFN (9x9)

Getting Started

Engineers can evaluate this controller using the EVB-LAN9252-SPI or EVB-LAN9252-HBI evaluation boards from Microchip. Software development is supported through the EtherCAT Slave Stack Code (SSC) and Microchip's MPLAB Harmony framework for rapid integration with PIC32 or SAM microcontrollers.

LAN9252/ Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Package Stock
LAN9252/ML (this part) VFQFN-64 3,400
LAN9252/PT TQFP-64 3,540

Also Consider

KSZ8851SNL MCHPMicrochip Technology - A standard non-EtherCAT SPI Ethernet controller for applications that only require basic TCP/IP connectivity.