STMicroelectronics 74VCX1632245TBR
- Part No.:
- 74VCX1632245TBR
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package:
- 42-TFBGA
- Datasheet:
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- IC TRANSCEIVER 42TFBGA
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Overview
74VCX1632245TBR from STMicroelectronics is a dual-supply 16-bit bus transceiver and level translator designed for bidirectional voltage translation between 3.3V/2.5V/1.8V buses. It features 4.4ns max propagation delay at TA=85°C, 20µA max quiescent current per supply, and integrated 26Ω series resistors on A-side outputs. Used in mixed-voltage memory subsystems and FPGA I/O bridging.
For engineers reviewing the 74VCX1632245TBR datasheet, 74VCX1632245TBR pinout, 74VCX1632245TBR application, or 74VCX1632245TBR equivalent, key selection criteria include asymmetric VCCA (2.3–3.6V) and VCCB (1.65–2.7V) operating ranges, 380 Mbps max data rate for 1.8V↔3.3V translation, and power-down protection on all I/Os during disable.
Technical Context
This device implements two independent 8-bit transceivers (1A↔1B and 2A↔2B), each controlled by dedicated nDIR and nG inputs. Direction control is asynchronous and edge-independent; data flows bidirectionally based solely on nDIR logic state while nG is low.
It uses C2MOS sub-micron technology with five-layer metal interconnect to achieve balanced tPLH/tPHL delays and symmetrical output drive (8mA min at VCCA=3.0V/VCCB=1.65V). The A-side includes integrated 26Ω series termination to reduce signal reflections on high-speed traces.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Propagation Delay | 4.4ns max (tPD) at VCCA=3.0V, VCCB=2.3V, TA=85°C - enables ≤227MHz clocked operation |
| Voltage Ranges | VCCA = 2.3–3.6V; VCCB = 1.65–2.7V - supports 3.3V↔2.5V, 3.3V↔1.8V, and 2.5V↔1.8V translation |
| Output Drive | |IOHA| = |IOLA| = 8mA min at VCCA=3.0V/VCCB=1.65V - ensures robust logic-level integrity across voltage domains |
| Max Data Rate | 380 Mbps for 1.8V↔3.3V translation - meets DDR SDRAM and low-voltage parallel bus timing |
| Quiescent Current | ICCA = ICCB = 20µA max at TA=85°C - enables always-on interface buffering in battery-sensitive systems |
| ESD Protection | HBM > 2000V, MM > 200V - eliminates need for external ESD diodes in board-level I/O protection |
| Series Resistor | 26Ω on all A-side outputs - provides source termination for impedance-matched routing without discrete components |
Pinout & Package
74VCX1632245TBR is packaged in µTFBGA42 (4.0×4.0mm, 0.5mm pitch), with 42 terminals including 32 I/Os, 2 direction controls, 2 output enables, 2 supplies, and 4 ground pins.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1A1–1A8, 2A1–2A8 | A-side data I/Os | Interface with higher-voltage bus (VCCA domain); include 26Ω series resistors |
| 1B1–1B8, 2B1–2B8 | B-side data I/Os | Interface with lower-voltage bus (VCCB domain); no internal series resistance |
| 1DIR, 2DIR | Direction control inputs | Active-high logic determines data flow direction (A→B or B→A) per transceiver pair |
| nG1, nG2 | Output enable inputs | Active-low; drives all associated I/Os into high-impedance state when high |
| VCCA | A-side supply | Power rail for A-port logic and output drivers (2.3–3.6V) |
| VCCB | B-side supply | Power rail for B-port logic and output drivers (1.65–2.7V) |
| GND | Ground reference | Common return for both supply domains; 4 dedicated pins ensure low-noise switching |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual independent transceivers | Two 8-bit channels (1A/1B and 2A/2B) with separate DIR/G controls - enables concurrent heterogeneous bus interfacing |
| Asymmetric voltage support | VCCA up to 3.6V and VCCB as low as 1.65V - allows direct connection to 1.8V FPGAs and 3.3V ASICs without external regulators |
| Power-down I/O protection | All inputs and outputs remain high-Z and clamped during VCC loss - prevents back-driving of powered rails |
| Latch-up immunity | Exceeds 500mA per JESD17 - ensures robustness in noisy industrial environments with supply transients |
| Dynamic skew control | tOSLH/tOSHL ≤ 0.75ns max - guarantees simultaneous switching of all 8 bits within one channel for clean parallel bus timing |
Applications
| DDR SDRAM Interface | FPGA-to-ASIC Bridging |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Interfacing a 3.3V memory controller with 1.8V DDR SDRAM chips in embedded computing modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional level translator and bus buffer managing address/data/control lines with matched tPLH/tPHL delays. Use Value: Eliminates timing skew between DQ and DQS lines while supporting 380 Mbps DDR data rates without external termination. | Use Scenario: Connecting a 2.5V FPGA I/O bank to a 3.3V legacy ASIC in test equipment control logic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage-domain isolator with independent DIR/G per 8-bit lane enabling partial reconfiguration without system reset. Use Value: Prevents cross-domain leakage during FPGA configuration cycles and maintains signal integrity at 260 Mbps. |
| Industrial PLC Backplane | Automotive Infotainment Gateway |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting between 3.3V microcontroller peripherals and 2.5V sensor interface ICs on a modular I/O carrier board. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Isolated bus transceiver with power-down protection ensuring safe hot-swap of field modules. Use Value: 20µA quiescent current extends runtime in battery-backed PLCs; 500mA latch-up rating withstands industrial EFT bursts. | Use Scenario: Translating signals between 1.8V SoC debug interfaces and 3.3V CAN/LIN transceiver modules in head-unit designs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-capacitance (6pF CI/O) translator minimizing signal degradation on high-frequency SWD/JTAG traces. Use Value: 26Ω A-side series resistors suppress ringing on 10cm debug traces without adding layout area or BOM cost. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar bus transceiver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74AVC16T245RJR | Single-supply (1.2–3.6V), no built-in series resistors, 3.5ns tPD (typ) | Requires external 26Ω resistors for A-side termination; better for ultra-low-delay single-rail systems | Select when VCCA and VCCB can be tied and board space allows discrete termination. |
| TXB0108PWR | Auto-direction sensing, 1.2–3.6V, 5.8ns tPD (max), no series resistors | Eliminates DIR/G control lines but adds direction-detection latency; unsuitable for synchronous bidirectional protocols | Select only for simple GPIO expansion where direction changes infrequently and timing margin >5ns exists. |
Compared with SN74AVC16T245RJR and TXB0108PWR, the 74VCX1632245TBR uniquely combines dual-supply flexibility, integrated A-side termination, and guaranteed 4.4ns max delay-making it optimal for deterministic, high-speed, mixed-voltage parallel bus designs where layout simplicity and timing predictability are critical.
Availability
74VCX1632245TBR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for DDR memory subsystems, FPGA-ASIC bridging, industrial PLC backplanes, and automotive infotainment gateways requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges.
Supply support for 74VCX1632245TBR includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, delivering silicon solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets since 1987.
The VCX family targets low-voltage, high-speed logic interfaces with emphasis on mixed-supply translation, ESD robustness, and minimal power consumption in space-constrained applications.
FAQ
What is the minimum VCCB voltage required for reliable operation with VCCA = 3.3V?
The datasheet specifies VCCB(OPR) = 1.65V to 2.7V, and functional operation is guaranteed down to 1.65V when VCCA = 3.3V. At this minimum, DC parameters such as VOHB (1.25V min at IO = −6mA) and VOLB (0.30V max at IO = 6mA) remain within spec, supporting 1.8V logic compatibility. Operation below 1.65V is not characterized.
Can the 74VCX1632245TBR be used with VCCA = 2.5V and VCCB = 1.8V?
Yes. This combination falls within the specified operating ranges (VCCA = 2.3–3.6V, VCCB = 1.65–2.7V) and is explicitly validated in Tables 6 and 7. Propagation delay is 5.1ns max (B→A) and 5.5ns max (A→B) at these voltages, supporting up to 260 Mbps data rates per the "<1.8V to 3.3V translation" specification.
Are the 26Ω series resistors present on both A-side and B-side outputs?
No. The datasheet states "26Ω SERIES RESISTOR ON A SIDE OUTPUTS" and confirms this only for pins 1A1–1A8 and 2A1–2A8. B-side outputs (1B1–1B8, 2B1–2B8) have no internal series resistance - their output impedance is governed solely by driver strength (e.g., 18mA min at VCCA=2.3V/VCCB=1.65V).
Does the device support hot insertion when one supply is unpowered?
Yes. The "POWER DOWN PROTECTION ON INPUTS AND OUTPUTS" feature ensures all I/Os enter high-impedance and clamp to safe voltage levels when either VCCA or VCCB is at 0V. Input leakage remains ≤±10µA (IOZA/IOZB), and power-off leakage (IOFF) is ≤±10µA, preventing back-current flow into unpowered domains.
74VCX1632245TBR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- 74VCX
- Package/Case:
- 42-TFBGA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Logic Type:
- Translation Transceiver
- Number of Elements:
- 2
- Number of Bits per Element:
- 8
- Input Type:
- -
- Output Type:
- 3-State
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 8mA, 8mA; 18mA, 18mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.65V ~ 2.7V, 2.3V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 42-TFBGA (4x3.5)
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