Microchip Technology USB7216CT-I/KDX

The USB7216CT-I/KDX is a state-of-the-art USB 2.0 hub controller from Microchip Technology, a leading provider of smart, connected, and secure embedded control solutions. This robust integrated circuit is designed to enhance connectivity solutions for a wide range of applications, including desktop and laptop PCs, docking stations, monitors, and embedded systems.

This high-performance hub controller features a multi-port design, offering a total of 16 downstream ports for USB device connections. It operates over an industrial temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in environments subject to extreme temperatures and conditions. The USB7216CT-I/KDX is also available in a compact 64-pin QFN (Quad Flat No-leads) package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications.

One of the key features of the USB7216CT-I/KDX is its compliance with the USB 2.0 specification. This ensures high-speed data transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps, providing users with fast and efficient data synchronization and file transfers. Additionally, the device supports both full-speed (12 Mbps) and low-speed (1.5 Mbps) devices, offering backward compatibility and ensuring a broad range of USB devices can be connected.

The hub controller is designed with advanced power management capabilities, including support for individual or ganged power switching and over-current protection on each downstream port. This means that each port can be individually powered on or off, and devices connected to the hub are protected from potential power surges, further enhancing the safety and longevity of connected devices.

Microchip Technology's USB7216CT-I/KDX hub controller also includes built-in USB transaction translators, which enable seamless communication between different speed devices on a shared USB bus. This feature is particularly useful in mixed-speed environments where both high-speed and lower-speed devices are being used simultaneously.

To facilitate easy integration and rapid development, the USB7216CT-I/KDX is supported by Microchip's comprehensive suite of development tools and software. This includes drivers, application notes, and technical support, ensuring developers have everything they need to incorporate this hub controller into their designs effectively.

Overall, the USB7216CT-I/KDX hub controller is a versatile and reliable solution for expanding USB connectivity, delivering robust performance and advanced features to meet the demands of modern digital applications.