The LT1796CN8 from Linear Technology is an overvoltage fault-protected CAN transceiver that is ideal for use in harsh automotive and industrial environments. It features a wide operating voltage range of 3V to 24V, making it suitable for use in a variety of applications.

The LT1796CN8 provides robust protection against overvoltage transients up to 60V, making it ideal for use in applications where the CAN bus is susceptible to voltage spikes, such as in automotive and industrial environments. The transceiver also features thermal shutdown protection to prevent damage in the event of overheating.

The LT1796CN8 is a fully differential transceiver that complies with the ISO 11898 standard for CAN bus communication. It features a high slew rate of 5V/µs and a low propagation delay of 10ns, making it suitable for high-speed CAN networks.

The LT1796CN8 is available in a small 8-pin SOIC package, making it easy to fit into space-constrained applications. It is also available in a leadless automotive-grade package.

Features

• Wide operating voltage range of 3V to 24V
• Overvoltage fault protection up to 60V
• Thermal shutdown protection
• Fully differential transceiver compliant with ISO 11898
• High slew rate of 5V/µs
• Low propagation delay of 10ns
• Small 8-pin SOIC package
• Available in a leadless automotive-grade package

Applications

• Automotive CAN networks
• Industrial CAN networks
• Building automation
• Medical devices
• Aerospace and defense
• Test and measurement equipment

Benefits

• The wide operating voltage range of the LT1796CN8 makes it suitable for use in a variety of applications.
• The overvoltage fault protection and thermal shutdown protection features make the transceiver robust and reliable in harsh environments.
• The high slew rate and low propagation delay of the LT1796CN8 make it suitable for high-speed CAN networks.
• The small package size of the LT1796CN8 makes it easy to fit into space-constrained applications.

Example Applications

• The LT1796CN8 can be used in automotive CAN networks to connect electronic control units (ECUs) such as the engine control unit (ECU), transmission control unit (TCU), and anti-lock braking system (ABS) control unit.
• The LT1796CN8 can be used in industrial CAN networks to connect devices such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and sensors.
• The LT1796CN8 can be used in building automation systems to connect devices such as thermostats, lighting controllers, and security systems.
• The LT1796CN8 can be used in medical devices such as patient monitors and infusion pumps.
• The LT1796CN8 can be used in aerospace and defense applications such as aircraft and missile control systems.
• The LT1796CN8 can be used in test and measurement equipment such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.

Conclusion

The LT1796CN8 is a versatile and robust CAN transceiver that is ideal for use in a variety of applications. It features a wide operating voltage range, overvoltage fault protection, thermal shutdown protection, high slew rate, low propagation delay, and small package size.