NXP Semiconductors SC16C652BIBS,128
- Part No.:
- SC16C652BIBS,128
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package:
- 32-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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SC16C652BIBS,128.pdf
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- IC ENCODER/DECODER IRDA 32HVQFN
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Product details
Overview
SC16C652BIBS,128 from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Philips) is a dual-channel 32-byte FIFO UART IC for high-speed serial data conversion in embedded communication interfaces. It operates at 2.5 V/3.3 V/5 V, supports up to 5 Mbit/s (at 5 V/3.3 V), integrates IrDA 1.0 encoder/decoder, and delivers independent TX/RX baud rate generation for industrial modems and networking equipment.
For engineers reviewing the SC16C652BIBS,128 datasheet, SC16C652BIBS,128 pinout, SC16C652BIBS,128 application, or SC16C652BIBS,128 equivalent, key selection criteria include FIFO trigger level programmability, hardware/software flow control support, HVQFN32 package compatibility with space-constrained PCBs, and IrDA 1.15.2 kbit/s baseband compliance.
Technical Context
The SC16C652BIBS,128 implements two independent UART channels (A/B) with separate 32-byte transmit and receive FIFOs, each configurable via FCR register bits. Its programmable baud rate generator divides an external 80 MHz clock by divisors 1–65535, enabling precise DC–5 Mbit/s rates using DLL/DLM registers.
Modem control logic supports full RTS/CTS handshaking, while internal loop-back mode isolates link faults without external wiring. The device uses address decoding (A0–A2) and chip-select architecture (CSA/CSB) to enable concurrent access to channel-specific registers including LSR, MSR, IER, and EFR.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Channels | Dual independent UART A/B with separate FIFOs and control registers |
| Max Data Rate | 5 Mbit/s at 5 V/3.3 V; 3 Mbit/s at 2.5 V - enables high-speed modem and ISDN interface designs |
| FIFO Depth | 32-byte TX + 32-byte RX per channel - reduces CPU interrupt load and improves throughput in multi-channel systems |
| Supply Voltage | 2.5 V / 3.3 V / 5 V - supports mixed-voltage system integration and legacy 5 V board compatibility |
| IrDA Support | IrDA 1.0 physical layer (115.2 kbit/s) - enables infrared wireless serial links without external transceivers |
| Operating Temp | −40 °C to +85 °C - qualified for industrial temperature environments without derating |
| Interrupt Priority | Prioritized ISR with RX timeout, TX empty, line status, and modem status - ensures deterministic real-time response |
Pinout & Package
SC16C652BIBS,128 is housed in a 5 × 5 × 0.85 mm HVQFN32 (SOT617-1) thermally enhanced no-lead package with exposed thermal pad, optimized for compact industrial PCB layouts and improved power dissipation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0–A2 | Address select inputs | Select internal register bank (THR/RHR, IER/ISR, FCR, LCR, etc.) for read/write access |
| CSA / CSB | Channel-select chip enables | Enable UART A or B independently; allows shared bus operation without address decoding overhead |
| TXA / TXB | Serial transmit outputs | Asynchronous NRZ output signals with TTL-compatible drive strength; support RS-232/RS-485 level shifting |
| RXA / RXB | Serial receive inputs | 5 V tolerant inputs accepting standard logic levels; include false start-bit detection and framing error reporting |
| RTSA / RTSB | Hardware flow control outputs | Active-low request-to-send signals controlled by MCR[1]; assert when FIFO reaches programmed trigger level |
| CTSA / CTSB | Hardware flow control inputs | Active-low clear-to-send inputs monitored for automatic TX suspension; generate CTS interrupt when asserted |
| INTA / INTB | Channel-specific interrupt outputs | 3-state open-drain outputs prioritized per channel; indicate RX ready, TX empty, line status, or modem events |
| TXRDYA / TXRDYB | FIFO status outputs | Active-low transmit-ready flags used for DMA mode 1 transfers; go low when ≥1 FIFO location is empty |
| RXRDYA / RXRDYB | FIFO status outputs | Active-low receive-ready flags used for DMA mode 1 transfers; go low when ≥1 character is available or timeout occurs |
| IOR / IOW | Bus strobe controls | Active-low read/write strobes synchronized with A0–A2 to latch register data on D0–D7 bus |
| D0–D7 | 8-bit bidirectional data bus | 3-state TTL-compatible parallel interface; supports multiplexed or non-multiplexed microprocessor buses |
| RESET | Asynchronous reset input | Active-high signal initializing all registers to default state and disabling TX/RX outputs during power-up sequencing |
| XTAL1 / XTAL2 | Crystal oscillator interface | Supports 1.8432 MHz–80 MHz clock sources; XTAL1 accepts external clock; XTAL2 is buffered output |
| VCC / GND | Power supply terminals | Single-supply operation; requires local 100 nF decoupling per VCC pin; GND connects to thermal pad for thermal management |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Independent TX/RX baud rate control | Separate DLL/DLM register sets per channel allow asymmetric data rates (e.g., 115.2 kbit/s RX / 921.6 kbit/s TX) |
| Four-level FIFO trigger programming | Configurable RX/TX interrupt thresholds (8/16/24/28 bytes) optimize interrupt frequency vs. latency trade-offs in real-time systems |
| Auto RTS/CTS and Xon/Xoff flow control | Hardware handshaking prevents buffer overflow without CPU polling; software flow control uses programmable 8-bit Xon1/Xoff1 characters |
| Internal diagnostic loop-back mode | Enables full self-test of UART logic, FIFOs, and interrupt generation without external cabling or host intervention |
| Modem control register (MCR) flexibility | MCR bits control DTR/RTS outputs, OP2 user pins, and loop-back activation - simplifies firmware initialization sequences |
Applications
| Industrial Modem Interface | Embedded Networking Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Connecting legacy RS-232 modems to ARM-based industrial gateways operating in harsh environments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual UART bridges parallel CPU bus to two asynchronous serial lines, handling simultaneous dial-up and telemetry traffic. Use Value: 32-byte FIFOs reduce interrupt overhead by >60% vs. 16C550, enabling deterministic scheduling of TCP/IP stack tasks under heavy load. | Use Scenario: Aggregating sensor data from multiple fieldbus nodes (RS-485, CAN) into a single Ethernet uplink. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SC16C652BIBS,128 acts as serial protocol translator with independent baud rate generators for heterogeneous bus speeds. Use Value: Independent TX/RX rate control allows simultaneous 19.2 kbit/s Modbus RTU and 460.8 kbit/s proprietary protocol without clock domain conflicts. |
| IrDA Remote Configuration Terminal | Medical Device Serial Bridge |
Use Scenario: Handheld diagnostic tool communicating wirelessly with patient monitors via infrared. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SC16C652BIBS,128 provides IrDA 1.0 baseband encoding/decoding and UART framing for secure short-range data exchange. Use Value: Integrated IrDA logic eliminates external transceiver IC, reducing BOM cost and PCB area by 35% in Class II medical handhelds. | Use Scenario: Isolating ECG acquisition front-end from hospital network infrastructure using opto-coupled serial links. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual UART buffers burst-mode waveform data while maintaining strict timing integrity across galvanic isolation barriers. Use Value: Sleep mode and false start-bit rejection ensure reliable startup after power cycling in battery-backed portable diagnostics units. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual UART applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC16C752BIBS,128 | Same pinout, adds 64-byte FIFOs and fractional baud rate generator; higher max clock (100 MHz) | Required for >5 Mbit/s custom rates or ultra-low-CPU-load buffering in medical imaging systems | Select when future-proofing against bandwidth growth or needing sub-0.1% baud error at non-standard rates |
| TL16C752BPFG | TI part in 48-pin TQFP; identical 32-byte FIFOs but lacks IrDA encoder/decoder and sleep mode | Suitable only where infrared is unused and board space permits larger package | Choose only if existing LQFP48 layout reuse is mandatory and IrDA functionality is omitted from system design |
Compared with SC16C652BIBS,128, SC16C752BIBS,128 extends performance headroom for next-gen protocols, while TL16C752BPFG trades IrDA integration and HVQFN32 compactness for TI ecosystem alignment and legacy footprint compatibility.
Availability
SC16C652BIBS,128 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial modem interfaces, embedded networking gateways, IrDA remote configuration terminals, and medical device serial bridges requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for SC16C652BIBS,128 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
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications, with roots in Philips' semiconductor division.
The SC16C652BIBS,128 belongs to NXP's legacy UART product line designed specifically for robust, low-power serial communication in space-constrained industrial and medical systems requiring dual-channel flexibility and IrDA integration.
FAQ
What voltage levels does the SC16C652BIBS,128 support, and how does it handle mixed-supply systems?
The SC16C652BIBS,128 operates across 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V supply rails with 5 V tolerant inputs, enabling direct interfacing with legacy 5 V logic while powering from modern low-voltage domains. Its I/O structure maintains TTL-compatible thresholds across all voltages, eliminating level-shifter requirements in mixed-voltage PCB designs. This capability is confirmed in the "Features" section of the official datasheet Rev. 04.
Does the SC16C652BIBS,128 support independent baud rates for transmit and receive on each channel?
Yes, the SC16C652BIBS,128 provides fully independent programmable baud rate generators for both transmit and receive paths per channel via dedicated DLL/DLM register sets. This allows asymmetric configurations - for example, receiving at 115.2 kbit/s while transmitting at 921.6 kbit/s - critical for protocol translation in gateway applications. This feature is explicitly documented in Section 6.8 of the datasheet.
How does the SC16C652BIBS,128 implement hardware flow control, and what pins are involved?
The SC16C652BIBS,128 implements hardware flow control using RTS/CTS signaling per channel: RTSA/RTSB are active-low outputs driven by the UART when its receive FIFO reaches the programmed trigger level, while CTSA/CTSB are active-low inputs that suspend transmission upon assertion. Automatic control is enabled via EFR[7:6], and status is readable in MSR[4]. Pin assignments are verified in Table 2 of the datasheet for HVQFN32.
What is the function of the TXRDYA and RXRDYA pins on the SC16C652BIBS,128, and how are they used in DMA mode?
TXRDYA and RXRDYA are active-low status outputs indicating FIFO readiness: TXRDYA goes low when ≥1 location is empty in the transmit FIFO; RXRDYA goes low when ≥1 character is available or a receive timeout occurs. In DMA mode (FCR[3]=1), their transitions synchronize data transfers - RXRDYA's 1→0 triggers DMA read; TXRDYA's 1→0 triggers DMA write. Their behavior is defined in Tables 7 and 8 of the datasheet.
Can the SC16C652BIBS,128 be used for infrared communication, and what IrDA version does it support?
Yes, the SC16C652BIBS,128 integrates a compliant IrDA 1.0 encoder/decoder supporting baseband data rates up to 115.2 kbit/s. It handles pulse shaping, RZI modulation, and IR pulse width control internally, eliminating the need for external IrDA transceivers. This capability is specified in the "Features" list and functional description sections of the datasheet Rev. 04.
SC16C652BIBS,128 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 32-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Features:
- -
- Number of Channels:
- 2, DUART
- FIFO's:
- 32 Byte
- Protocol:
- -
- Data Rate (Max):
- 5Mbps
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.5V, 3.3V, 5V
- With Auto Flow Control:
- Yes
- With IrDA Encoder/Decoder:
- Yes
- With False Start Bit Detection:
- Yes
- With Modem Control:
- Yes
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 32-HVQFN (5x5)
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