The ATA6628-EK from Microchip Technology is an evaluation kit designed to showcase the capabilities and facilitate the development of applications using the ATA6628 LIN system basis chip (SBC). The ATA6628 is a fully integrated LIN transceiver that complies with the LIN 2.0, 2.1, and SAEJ2602-2 standards, making it a versatile solution for automotive and industrial communication networks.
Key Features of the ATA6628-EK
- Integrated LIN Transceiver: The kit includes the ATA6628 chip, which features a LIN transceiver with a low-drop voltage regulator. The regulator can supply up to 70 mA to the microcontroller and other loads, making it ideal for space-constrained applications.
- High Robustness: The ATA6628 is designed to withstand the harsh conditions of automotive environments, offering excellent electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electrostatic discharge (ESD) performance.
- Low Power Consumption: The device features a very low current consumption in sleep mode, which is critical for battery-powered applications.
- Temperature Range: It operates over a wide temperature range, making it suitable for various challenging environments.
- Development Support: The evaluation kit includes a development board, documentation, and software tools to help engineers quickly integrate the ATA6628 into their designs.
Applications
The ATA6628-EK is ideal for developing LIN-based applications in the automotive sector, such as body control modules, sensor interfaces, and actuator controls. It is also suitable for industrial automation systems that require robust and reliable communication under varying environmental conditions.
Why Choose the ATA6628-EK?
Choosing the ATA6628-EK for your development projects means selecting a high-quality, reliable, and easy-to-use platform that accelerates the design process. With Microchip Technology's expertise in automotive and industrial communication solutions, the ATA6628-EK is an excellent starting point for engineers looking to develop innovative and efficient LIN network applications.
