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USB7252CT/KDX

MCHPUSB7252CT/KDX

Microchip Technology
USB Hub Controller USB 2.0, USB 3.2 GPIO, I2C, I2S, SPI, SMBus, USB Interface 100-VQFN (12x12)
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Overview

The USB7252CT/KDX is a high-performance USB 3.2 Gen 2 hub controller offering two downstream ports and integrated support for USB Type-C and Power Delivery. It features a SmartHub architecture that enables simultaneous communication across USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and various serial protocols like I2C, SPI, and I2S.

Why Choose This Part

The controller supports FlexConnect technology, allowing for port swapping and role reversal between host and device. Its integrated 96KB RAM and 256KB Flash allow for flexible firmware customization, while the extensive interface support including I2S and GPIO enables complex peripheral bridging beyond standard USB data transfer.

Applications

Docking Stations
Providing high-speed data expansion for laptops and tablets via USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity.
Infotainment Systems
Managing multiple high-bandwidth data streams and peripheral connections in modern vehicle head units.
Industrial PCs
Acting as a reliable high-speed hub for connecting industrial cameras and sensors to a central host.
USB Type-C Hubs
Enabling compact peripheral expansion with integrated support for USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) signaling.

Key Specifications

Function Hub Controller
Protocol USB
Interface GPIO, I2C, I2S, SPI, SMBus, USB
Standards USB 2.0, USB 3.2
Package / Case 100-VFQFN Exposed Pad
Voltage - Supply 1.09V ~ 1.21V, 3V ~ 3.6V
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 70degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 100-VQFN (12x12)

Getting Started

Designers can evaluate the chip using the EVB-USB7252 evaluation board to test USB 3.2 Gen 2 throughput and Type-C functionality. Microchip provides the MPLAB Connect Bond Configuration Tool for customizing the hub's internal registers and firmware without requiring external memory in some configurations.

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TUSB8044A TITexas Instruments - A 4-port USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub that includes an integrated USB billboard for Type-C applications.