The PCA9538 is a low-power, 8-bit I2C-bus and SMBus I/O expander with interrupt and reset functionality, suitable for adding GPIO pins to systems. It features configurable input/output pins, polarity inversion, and an open-drain interrupt output activated by input changes. Operating from 2.3 V to 5.5 V, it offers low standby current and includes internal power-on reset. Compatible with multiple packages, it is ideal for applications requiring reliable I/O expansion, sensor interfacing, and control in industrial and embedded systems.
Supply Voltage Range: 2.3 V to 5.5 V (3.0 V to 5.5 V for PCA9538PW/Q900)
Operating Current: 85 mA maximum, Standby current: 1 nA
Input Voltage Range: Vss to Vpp, up to 5.5 V
Output Current per pin: Max 50 mA (including limitations for total I/O current)
Input/Output Pins: 8 GPIO pins configured as input or output
Polarity Inversion: Registers allow active HIGH/LOW inversion
Interrupt Polarity: Active LOW, open-drain output
Power-On Reset: Internal POR, resets registers at power-up
Reset Pin: Active LOW, resets device when held LOW
Package Types: SO16, TSSOP16, HVQFN16
ESD Protection: >2000 V HBM, >1000 V CDM
Clock Frequency: 0 to 400 kHz
Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C (up to +125°C for PCA9538PW/Q900)
Dimensions: Varies per package, e.g., SO16 (7.5 mm width), TSSOP16 (4.4 mm width), HVQFN16 (4 x 4 x 0.85 mm)
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Enhance your system with the NXP PCA9538, an 8-bit I2C GPIO expander offering configurable I/O, interrupt, and reset features. Operating from 2.3 V to 5.5 V, it provides reliable performance in industrial, automation, and embedded applications. Compact in size, available in multiple packages such as SO16, TSSOP16, and HVQFN16, it ensures low power consumption, electrostatic protection, and robust operation. Ideal for sensor interfacing, control, and expanding I/O capabilities in demanding environments. Purchase online today for seamless integration and durable performance.
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