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TJA1042T/CM,118

TJA1042T/CM,118

NXP Semiconductors
CAN Interface IC High-Speed CAN Transceiver with Standby Mode
NRND1,878 in stock

Overview

The TJA1042T/CM,118 is a high-speed CAN transceiver that provides an interface between a Controller Area Network protocol controller and the physical two-wire CAN bus. It is specifically designed for high-speed CAN applications in the automotive and industrial sectors, offering data rates up to 5Mbps for CAN FD. The device features a very low-power standby mode with remote wake-up capability via the bus, making it ideal for nodes that are not always active.

Why Choose This Part

This transceiver offers excellent ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) performance and high ESD protection. It includes a standby mode with a low supply current of 10uA and supports 5V-tolerant I/O for direct interfacing with microcontrollers. The device is also AEC-Q100 qualified, ensuring reliability in harsh environments with an operating temperature range of -40 to 150 degrees Celsius.

Applications

Automotive Body Control
Used in AEC-Q100 qualified modules for door control, seating, and lighting that require low-power standby and wake-up functionality.
Industrial Automation
Reliable CAN communication in factory environments with high electromagnetic interference, operating across a wide temperature range up to 150 degrees Celsius.
CAN FD Networks
Supports high-speed data communication up to 5Mbps for modern automotive architectures requiring higher bandwidth.

Key Specifications

Type Transceiver
Duplex Half
Protocol CANbus
Data Rate 5Mbps
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Voltage - Supply 4.5V ~ 5.5V
Receiver Hysteresis 120 mV
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 150degC
Supplier Device Package 8-SO
Number of Drivers/Receivers 1/1

Getting Started

To evaluate this part, use an NXP S32K or LPC-based development board that includes a CAN controller. Connect the TXD and RXD pins to your MCU and ensure a 120-ohm termination resistor is present on the CAN bus for proper signal integrity. For rapid prototyping, look for SO8-to-DIP breakout boards to use on a breadboard.

Also Consider

MCP2562FD MCHPMicrochip - A popular alternative for CAN FD applications that also features a dedicated VIO pin for easy interfacing with 3.3V microcontrollers.
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