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USB3320C

MCHPUSB3320C

Microchip Technology
USB Interface IC High Speed USB 1.8V ULPI
92,139 in stock

Overview

The USB3320C is a high-speed USB 2.0 transceiver (PHY) that utilizes a ULPI interface to bridge the physical USB layer with a Link Layer. It features Microchip's RapidCharge Anywhere technology for flexible battery charging support and operates with a very low standby current of approximately 18uA. This IC is designed to support High Speed (480 Mbps), Full Speed, and Low Speed USB communication while maintaining a small 32-pin QFN footprint.

Why Choose This Part

The device features a highly integrated design that includes a 5V tolerant I/O and an internal 3.3V regulator, reducing the overall bill of materials. It offers excellent power efficiency with an 18uA standby current and supports flexible clocking options via a 13MHz, 19.2MHz, 24MHz, or 26MHz reference. Its ability to switch into a UART mode provides additional design flexibility for debugging or legacy support.

Applications

Industrial Computing
Provides a robust USB physical layer for embedded controllers and industrial PCs requiring high-speed data transfer.
USB to UART Bridging
Utilizes the integrated USB UART mode to simplify legacy communication over a modern USB physical connection.
Portable Medical Devices
Ideal for battery-powered diagnostic equipment due to its low 7.5mA typical operating current and ultra-low sleep modes.
Networking Equipment
Used in routers and access points to provide high-speed maintenance ports or peripheral expansion.

Getting Started

To evaluate this transceiver, engineers typically interface it with an FPGA or MCU that features a ULPI-compliant MAC (Media Access Controller). Ensure the 32-pin QFN thermal pad is correctly soldered to the ground plane for optimal signal integrity and heat dissipation. Refer to the Microchip EVB-USB3320 evaluation board documentation for recommended layout patterns and decoupling capacitor placement.

USB3320C Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
USB3320C-EZK-TR Tape & Reel EZK-TR 100,898

Also Consider

USB3300 MCHPMicrochip Technology - A similar ULPI PHY that is widely used in the industry for general purpose high-speed USB applications.
TUSB1210 TITexas Instruments - A high-performance ULPI transceiver offering similar USB 2.0 high-speed capabilities with 1.8V digital I/O.
USB3340 MCHPMicrochip Technology - Offers an even smaller package size for space-constrained mobile or wearable applications.
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