Melexis MLX80002/4 LIN transceiver IC

To address the need for multi-LIN transceiver systems, Melexis has introduced its 2- and 4-channel LIN transceiver IC. The MLX80002/4 is said to reduce system costs of the LIN physical layer by 20% compared to multiple single transceiver ICs found in a body control module (BCM).

The product combines two or four LIN transceivers on one die and is functionally backward compatible to the current reference standard, MLX80001. It is said to enable the development of simple multi-LIN network master modules, with integrated 1 kΩ LIN master termination resistors and decoupling diodes further reducing system costs. The integrated power management function enables easy management of the different LIN channels.

The product design has robustness when subjected to the injection of high-frequency disturbances. The IC exhibits low electromagnetic emission and is fully compatible with the demands of all OEMs. It meets the automotive temperature range of -40 to 125°C and has on-chip protection against overtemperature, 40 V load dump and LIN short to ground.