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TUSB2036VFR

TITUSB2036VFR

Texas Instruments
USB Hub Controller USB 2.0 USB Interface 32-LQFP (7x7)
NRND13,635 in stock

Overview

The TUSB2036VFR is a 2-port or 3-port full-speed (12 Mbps) USB 2.0 hub controller designed for low-power applications. It integrates a 3.3-V ASIC logic core and USB transceivers into a compact 32-LQFP package, supporting both bus-powered and self-powered modes. This controller is optimized for simplicity, offering ganged or per-port power switching and overcurrent reporting without the need for complex external logic.

Why Choose This Part

The TUSB2036VFR simplifies design by integrating transceivers and supporting 6-MHz crystal or 48-MHz oscillator inputs. It features low power consumption with a 40mA operating current and a 1uA sleep mode, while push-pull PWRON outputs eliminate the need for external pull-up resistors.

Applications

Embedded Computing Hubs
Expanding a single USB host port into three downstream ports on industrial motherboards or single-board computers.
Bus-Powered USB Peripherals
Integrating hub functionality into keyboard/mouse combos or multi-function desktop peripherals that draw power directly from the host.
Industrial Control Panels
Providing internal connectivity for multiple low-speed or full-speed sensors and HID devices within a single enclosure.
Custom Docking Stations
Managing connectivity for legacy peripherals using custom Vendor and Product IDs stored in an optional external EEPROM.

Key Specifications

Function Hub Controller
Protocol USB
Interface USB
Standards USB 2.0
Package / Case 32-LQFP
Current - Supply 40mA
Voltage - Supply 3V ~ 3.6V
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 70degC
Supplier Device Package 32-LQFP (7x7)

Getting Started

To begin development, refer to the Texas Instruments TUSB2036 datasheet for strapping pin configurations that define the number of downstream ports and power modes. Hardware designers should use the 32-LQFP footprint and ensure a 3.3V supply is provided to the VCC pins. If custom descriptors are required, an external I2C EEPROM can be interfaced to the device's 3-state EEPROM pins.

Also Consider

TUSB2046BIRHBR TITexas Instruments - Offers four downstream ports and an extended industrial temperature range for harsher environments.
USB2422-I/MJ MCHPMicrochip Technology - A 2-port Hi-Speed hub controller in a smaller 24-pin package for space-constrained designs.