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Texas Instruments SN65MLVD200AD
- Part No.:
- SN65MLVD200AD
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
SN65MLVD200AD.pdf
- Description:
- IC TRANSCEIVER HALF 1/1 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
SN65MLVD200AD from Texas Instruments is a Type-1 multipoint LVDS (M-LVDS) transceiver IC with integrated driver and receiver, compliant with TIA/EIA-899. It operates at signaling rates up to 100 Mbps, supports 3.3-V supply, delivers 480–650 mV differential output voltage, and features 25 mV input hysteresis for noise immunity in industrial backplane data links.
For engineers reviewing the SN65MLVD200AD datasheet, SN65MLVD200AD pinout, SN65MLVD200AD application, or SN65MLVD200AD equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, real-world timing behavior, bus robustness metrics (±8 kV ESD), thermal performance (RθJA = 103.9°C/W), and drop-in replacement guidance for legacy RS-485 or M-LVDS systems requiring low-power, high-speed point-to-multipoint communication.
Technical Context
The SN65MLVD200AD implements a true bidirectional M-LVDS transceiver architecture with independent driver enable (DE) and receiver enable (RE) controls, supporting half-duplex operation on a shared A/B bus pair. Its Type-1 receiver uses 25 mV hysteresis to reject common-mode noise up to ±2 V while maintaining stable logic transitions under ground shift conditions.
Driver output slew rate is internally controlled to minimize reflections from unterminated stubs in multidrop topologies, and bus pins enter high-impedance state when VCC ≤ 1.5 V or DE/RE are deasserted - enabling hot-swap capability and power sequencing safety in modular systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Signaling Rate | Up to 100 Mbps - enables high-throughput data transfer in base station control planes and network switch backplanes without signal integrity degradation. |
| Differential Output Voltage | 480–650 mV - ensures reliable detection across 30–50 Ω loads while meeting M-LVDS standard amplitude requirements. |
| Input Hysteresis | 25 mV - suppresses chatter on slow-rising or noisy bus signals, critical for stable operation in electrically harsh telecom environments. |
| Common-Mode Range | –1 V to +3.4 V - tolerates up to 2 V of ground potential difference between nodes, simplifying system-level isolation design. |
| ESD Protection | ±8 kV on A/B bus pins - exceeds IEC 61000-4-2 Level 4, eliminating need for external TVS diodes in most industrial deployments. |
| Propagation Delay | 2–3.5 ns (driver), 2–6 ns (receiver) - supports sub-nanosecond timing budgets in synchronous clock distribution and deterministic control loops. |
| Supply Current | 13–24 mA (active), 1–4 mA (both disabled) - enables low-power standby modes in battery-backed or energy-constrained edge devices. |
Pinout & Package
SN65MLVD200AD is housed in an 8-pin SOIC package (4.90 mm × 3.91 mm) with industry-standard footprint and creepage/clearance compliant with IPC-7351B.
| Pin | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A | Differential I/O (Bus) | Non-inverting bus terminal; connects directly to twisted-pair A-line; must be terminated with 50 Ω to VCC/2 in point-to-multipoint configurations. |
| B | Differential I/O (Bus) | Inverting bus terminal; pairs with A for differential signaling; shares same termination and routing constraints as Pin A. |
| D | Driver Input | Single-ended TTL/CMOS-compatible logic input; drives internal driver stage; low-to-high transition initiates bus transmission. |
| DE | Driver Enable | Active-high control: logic high enables driver output onto A/B; low places driver in high-Z state - essential for bus arbitration. |
| RE | Receiver Enable | Active-low control: logic low enables R output; high disables receiver and forces R to high-Z - prevents contention during transmit. |
| R | Receiver Output | Single-ended CMOS/TTL-compatible output; reflects bus state only when RE = low; sinks/sourcing capability supports direct FPGA/CPU interface. |
| VCC | Power Supply | 3.3-V nominal supply (3.0–3.6 V range); powers both driver and receiver; decoupling capacitor required within 5 mm of pin. |
| GND | Ground Reference | Analog/digital ground return; must be connected to low-impedance system ground plane; separate from chassis ground unless isolated. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Type-1 Receiver with 25 mV Hysteresis | Enables reliable decision-making on slow or noisy buses without external filtering, reducing BOM count and layout complexity. |
| Controlled Driver Slew Rate | Minimizes signal reflections from unterminated stubs in multidrop topologies, preserving eye diagram integrity at 100 Mbps over 30 cm traces. |
| High-Impedance Bus Pins When Disabled | Allows safe insertion/removal of nodes on live buses and eliminates DC loading when device is powered down or disabled. |
| –1 V to +3.4 V Common-Mode Range | Supports interoperability across mixed-voltage subsystems (e.g., 3.3 V logic driving 2.5 V PHYs) without level-shifting circuitry. |
| 8-Pin SOIC Footprint Compatibility | Maintains mechanical and solder-reflow compatibility with SN65MLVD200A and legacy SN75176 designs, enabling drop-in upgrades. |
Applications
| Cellular Base Station Control Plane | Industrial Backplane Data Link |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Interconnecting BBUs and RRUs via compact, daisy-chained PCB backplanes with up to 32 nodes per bus segment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional M-LVDS transceiver managing fronthaul control messaging and synchronization status reporting. Use Value: 100 Mbps signaling rate and ±2 V ground tolerance eliminate repeaters and simplify power domain partitioning across distributed radio units. |
Use Scenario: High-reliability data exchange among modular PLC I/O cards in DIN-rail mounted cabinets with variable ground potentials. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Robust physical layer interface translating CPU UART or SPI commands into noise-immune differential bus signals. Use Value: 25 mV hysteresis and ±8 kV ESD withstand capability reduce field failures in electrically noisy factory environments. |
| Central Office Switch Fabric Monitoring | Network Router Management Interface |
|
Use Scenario: Real-time health telemetry aggregation from line cards to supervisor modules using unshielded twisted-pair cabling inside NEBS-compliant chassis. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-latency transceiver handling SNMP trap forwarding and temperature/voltage sensor polling at 50 Mbps. Use Value: Sub-4 ns propagation delay and <150 ps pulse skew ensure deterministic response times for fault isolation and redundancy switchover. |
Use Scenario: Out-of-band management channel linking router control processors to power supplies, fans, and PHY modules over internal ribbon cables. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Half-duplex M-LVDS interface providing secure, low-jitter command/response communication independent of main data path. Use Value: 3.3-V operation and 1–4 mA quiescent current support always-on monitoring without impacting primary switching power budget. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar M-LVDS transceiver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN65MLVD202AD | 14-pin SOIC; includes Y/Z auxiliary differential I/O pair; Type-1 receiver; identical electrical specs but larger footprint. | Required when dual-bus or redundant link support is needed; not pin-compatible due to extra pins and different pinout. | Select SN65MLVD202AD only if additional differential channels or board layout space permits 14-pin SOIC integration. |
| SN75176BD | Legacy RS-485 transceiver; 5-V supply; no hysteresis; lower ESD rating (±4 kV); 2.5 V min differential threshold vs. SN65MLVD200AD's 50 mV. | Suitable for basic point-to-point links with existing 5-V infrastructure; lacks M-LVDS noise immunity and multipoint optimization. | Choose SN75176BD only for cost-sensitive, low-noise, short-distance applications where ground shifts <500 mV and stub lengths are minimal. |
Compared with SN65MLVD200AD, SN65MLVD202AD adds hardware flexibility at the cost of PCB area and routing complexity, while SN75176BD trades noise resilience and modern low-voltage operation for legacy compatibility and lower unit cost - making SN65MLVD200AD optimal for new 3.3-V, multipoint, noise-prone designs.
Availability
SN65MLVD200AD is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for cellular infrastructure, industrial automation, and telecom equipment requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and full traceability from wafer to shipment.
Supply support for SN65MLVD200AD 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
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and connectivity technologies, with decades of expertise in high-reliability interface ICs for industrial and communications markets.
The SN65MLVD20xx family was designed specifically to replace legacy RS-485 transceivers in multipoint, high-speed, low-voltage backplane and cabled applications - delivering improved signal integrity, noise immunity, and power efficiency without changing system topology.
FAQ
What is the maximum signaling rate supported by the SN65MLVD200AD?
The SN65MLVD200AD supports a maximum signaling rate of 100 Mbps under recommended operating conditions (3.0–3.6 V VCC, –40°C to +85°C). This rate is validated with 50 Ω differential load and 200 mVpp differential input, ensuring compliance with TIA/EIA-899 M-LVDS specifications. Performance remains stable across temperature and voltage corners per Figure 6-5 and 6-6 in the datasheet.
Does the SN65MLVD200AD require external termination resistors?
Yes, the SN65MLVD200AD requires a 50 Ω differential termination resistor placed at the far end of the bus to prevent signal reflections. The device itself does not integrate termination; external placement is mandatory for impedance matching in point-to-multipoint topologies. Typical implementation uses a single 50 Ω resistor between A and B lines at the last node.
How does the SN65MLVD200AD handle ground potential differences between nodes?
The SN65MLVD200AD supports a common-mode input voltage range of –1 V to +3.4 V, allowing up to 2 V of ground offset between interconnected devices. This specification enables reliable operation in systems with distributed power domains - such as multi-board telecom shelves - without requiring galvanic isolation or level-shifting circuitry.
Is the SN65MLVD200AD pin-compatible with the SN65MLVD200A?
Yes, the SN65MLVD200AD is pin-compatible with the SN65MLVD200A and shares identical 8-pin SOIC packaging, pinout, and electrical characteristics. The "D" suffix denotes tape-and-reel packaging per TI's orderable addendum, not functional or mechanical differentiation - enabling seamless substitution in existing designs.
What is the purpose of the 25 mV hysteresis in the SN65MLVD200AD receiver?
The 25 mV hysteresis in the SN65MLVD200AD's Type-1 receiver prevents output oscillation during slow or noisy signal transitions by creating distinct upper (50 mV) and lower (–50 mV) differential input thresholds. This feature improves noise margin in electrically harsh environments like industrial control cabinets or cellular base stations where EMI and ground bounce are prevalent.
SN65MLVD200AD Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Transceiver
- Protocol:
- LVDS, Multipoint
- Number of Drivers/Receivers:
- 1/1
- Duplex:
- Half
- Receiver Hysteresis:
- 25 mV
- Data Rate:
- 100Mbps
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of SN65MLVD200AD?
All SN65MLVD200AD units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with SN65MLVD200AD, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The SN65MLVD200AD part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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