Vendor: Silvaco, Inc. Category: LIN

LINFlexD Controller

The LINFlexD Controller is a serial communication interface designed for Local Interconnect Network (LIN) applications.

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Overview

The LINFlexD Controller is a serial communication interface designed for Local Interconnect Network (LIN) applications. The LINFlexD manages a high number of LIN messages efficiently with a minimum of CPU load. The LINFlexD supports LIN protocol versions 1.3, 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2 and provides an 8-byte buffer for transmit/receive data. The LINFlexD provides a configurable, programmable DMA interface for transmit and receive data for both LIN and UART operating modes.

Key features

  • LIN Mode Features
    • Supports LIN protocol versions 1.3, 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2
    • Supports LIN master and slave modes
    • Bit rates up to 20 Kbit/s
    • Classic and enhanced checksum calculation and check
    • Single 8-byte buffer or FIFO for transmission and reception
    • Autonomous header handling and transmit/receive data handling in slave mode
    • Supports up to 16 identifiers
    • DMA interface with single channels for master mode transmit and receive and configurable numbers of channels for slave mode transmit and receive
  •  UART Mode Features 
    • Full-duplex communication
    • Programmable baud rate up to 25 Mbit/s
    • Separate clock for baud rate calculation
    • DMA interface with separate channels for transmit and receive
  •  Common Features 
    • Fractional baud rate generator
    • Three operating modes for power saving
    • Loopback mode for testing

Block Diagram

LINFlexD Controller block diagram

What’s Included?

  • Synthesizable RTL source code 
  • Integration testbench and tests 
  • Integration Guide and User Guide 
  • Scripts for simulation and synthesis

Specifications

Identity

Part Number
LINFlexD Controller
Vendor
Silvaco, Inc.
Type
Silicon IP

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Provider

Silvaco, Inc.
HQ: United States
Silvaco focuses on enabling the next generation of AI/ML, Cloud/Datacenter, Automotive and Autonomous Driving, IoT and 5G designs through a comprehensive offering of Silicon proven IP. Our portfolio includes a complete catalog of Interface IP, Amba Peripherals, Subsystems, MIPI IP and Automotive Communication Controller IP. Our experienced ASIC and Embedded Software designers have a rich history of designing SOCs with embedded microprocessors which are crucial to building small connected smart chips.
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