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Microchip Technology MCP2140AIP Infrared Protocol Controller

The MCP2140A is a low-power, cost-effective IrDA protocol stack controller supporting the physical signaling layer, IrLAP, IrLMP, and IrCOMM protocols. Designed for point-to-point wireless IrDA communications, it interfaces between a UART and an infrared transceiver, offering fixed 9600 baud data rate, bidirectional communication, CRC protection, and low power consumption. Compatible with industry-standard transceivers and available in multiple packages, the MCP2140A simplifies adding reliable wireless serial communication to embedded systems, PCs, PDAs, and microcontroller applications across industrial and consumer environments.

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Microchip Technology MCP2140AIP Infrared Protocol Controller Specifications:

  • Physical Signaling Layer supports bidirectional communication with CRC protection
  • Fixed data communication rate of 9600 baud, compatible with industry transceivers
  • Interface: UART-to-Infrared encoder/decoder, supports 1.63 ps and 3/16 bit formats
  • Operating voltage: 2.0V to 5.5V, CMOS technology, low power consumption < 407 pA @ 2.0V, 3.6864 MHz
  • Infrared packet size: 64 Bytes, support for 60 data bytes, CRC: 16-bit, CRC speeds up to 115.2 kbps
  • Package options include PDIP, SOIC, SSOP with pin counts of 18, 20
  • Supports optional protocols: Tiny TP, IrCOMM, and physical layer features for reliable wireless serial links
  • Small footprint with easy interfacing to host microcontrollers and transceivers
  • Automatic low power mode, device reset via RESET pin, operated with external crystal or clock

Buy the Microchip MCP2140A – Reliable IrDA Protocol Stack Controller for Industrial Applications

Enhance your embedded system with the MCP2140A infrared protocol controller, supporting reliable IrDA communication at 9600 baud. Its compact design simplifies integration into industrial and consumer devices, providing bidirectional wireless data transfer with CRC protection. Enjoy low power consumption and multiple package options, making it perfect for cost-sensitive applications in PCs, PDAs, and microcontrollers. Buy online today and add trusted, standards-compliant wireless connectivity to your product with ease and confidence.

Buy Microchip MCP2140A now and experience industry-leading reliability, low power operation, and seamless wireless connectivity in embedded systems.

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