Microchip Technology USB5537B-4100AKZE USB 3.0 Hub Controller

The USB5537B-4100AKZE is a state-of-the-art USB 3.0 hub controller developed by Microchip Technology, a leader in microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog, and Flash-IP solutions. This high-performance device is designed to enhance connectivity options for a range of applications, including desktop and laptop PCs, docking stations, monitors, and many other consumer electronics that require multiple USB ports.

The USB5537B-4100AKZE hub controller integrates a 7-port USB 3.0 hub with a 2-to-1 multiplexer. It features one upstream port for connection to the host system and seven downstream ports for connecting various USB devices. The product supports SuperSpeed (5 Gbps), Hi-Speed (480 Mbps), Full-Speed (12 Mbps), and Low-Speed (1.5 Mbps) traffic, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of USB devices.

This hub controller is built with Microchip's innovative multiTRAK™ technology, which provides multiple transaction translators for dedicated bandwidth to each USB 2.0 device connected. This ensures enhanced system performance and data throughput. The USB5537B-4100AKZE is also equipped with FlexConnect™ technology, which allows the downstream ports to be dynamically switched between host and device roles, enabling applications such as USB docking or direct mobile device connectivity.

Designed with power efficiency in mind, the USB5537B-4100AKZE incorporates various power management features, including individual port power control and over-current protection, which contribute to energy savings and enhanced system reliability. The controller is also compliant with USB-IF battery charging specifications, supporting both Charging Downstream Port (CDP) and Dedicated Charging Port (DCP) modes for faster device charging.

The device comes in a 100-pin VQFN (12 x 12 mm) package, which is suitable for compact designs, and it operates over an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. The USB5537B-4100AKZE is fully configurable through pin strapping and EEPROM, allowing designers to customize their applications according to specific requirements.

With its robust feature set, the USB5537B-4100AKZE from Microchip Technology is an ideal solution for expanding USB connectivity in a wide array of consumer and industrial applications.