Automotive Transceivers: Highly reliable and durable CAN/LIN communication ensures safety and efficiency in next-generation automotive networks. | NEXTY Electronics, a trading company for electronic components and semiconductors

Infineon Technologies AG

Product overview

Infineon's CAN/ LIN TRANSCEIVER are highly reliable and robust in-vehicle network ICs that support communication between automotive electronic control units (ECUs). They support the latest standards, including CAN FD (Flexible Data Rate), Partial Networking, and Signal Improvement Capability (SIC), achieving high-speed transmission of up to 8Mbps, excellent EMC characteristics, and ESD resistance. They also comply with international standards such as ISO 11898-2:2016 and SAE J1939, and have been adopted by numerous automakers around the world.
While meeting the stringent requirements for in-vehicle use, such as low current consumption design, power down mode, overheat protection and power saving functions, the IC is compatible with a wide range of applications, including engine control, body control, ADAS, electric powertrains and battery management. With a long-term supply system and high-quality support, it strongly supports improved reliability and development efficiency for next-generation in-vehicle networks.

List of main features and specifications

- CAN FD/LIN compatible: Widely compatible with the latest in-vehicle communication standards.
- Maximum 8Mbps transmission speed: High-speed data communication ideal for next-generation in-vehicle networks.
- Excellent EMC and ESD resistance: High noise and static electricity resistance ensures safe use in automotive environments.
- Power-down/power-saving design: Achieves low current consumption in sleep/standby mode.
- Partial Networking support: Energy saving by starting up the network only when necessary.
- High temperature resistance (up to 150°C): Long-term stable operation even in harsh automotive environments.
- Various packages: Packages with excellent mountability such as DSO and TSON are available.

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Benefits of implementation

problems	solution
Unreliable in-vehicle networks	High EMC and ESD resistance ensures communication that is resistant to noise and static electricity
Supporting higher speeds and more functionality	CAN FD compatible for high-capacity, high-speed communication
Energy saving and low power consumption	Partial Networking and power-down modes significantly reduce standby current consumption
Operation in extreme temperatures	High heat resistance design that can withstand temperatures up to 150°C for long-term stable operation
Long-term supply/quality requirements	A proven track record with automakers around the world and a long-term supply system

Use cases and implementation examples

Use Case 1: ADAS/Autonomous Driving Systems

[Use case overview]
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles require large volumes of real-time data communication between multiple sensors, cameras, and control units. Infineon's CAN FD transceivers provide high-speed, highly reliable communication and are resistant to noise and static electricity, significantly improving the stability and safety of in-vehicle networks.

[Major features]
CAN FD compatible (up to 8Mbps)
High EMC/ESD resistance
Power Down Mode
High temperature resistance

[Introduction Effects]
High-speed, stable communication between sensors and control units
Improving the reliability and safety of the entire system
Improved flexibility in development and design

Use Case 2: Body Control and Comfort Equipment

[Use case overview]
Stable communication between multiple ECUs is essential for body control and comfort features such as air conditioning, power windows, lighting, and smart keys.
Infineon's LIN/ CAN TRANSCEIVER combine comfort and energy savings with their low power consumption design and high noise immunity.
Support for Partial Networking also minimizes standby current consumption.

[Major features]
LIN/CAN FD compatible
Partial Networking
Low current consumption and power down mode
Excellent EMC characteristics

[Introduction Effects]
Stable operation and energy saving of comfortable equipment
Improved reliability between ECUs
Reducing power consumption across the entire vehicle

Use Case 3: Electric Powertrain Battery Management

[Use case overview]
Electric powertrains and battery management systems (BMS) require reliable communication even in high-temperature, high-noise environments.
Infineon's CAN TRANSCEIVER support the safety and reliability of electric vehicles with their high heat resistance design that can withstand temperatures up to 150°C and excellent EMC and ESD resistance.

[Major features]
High temperature resistance (up to 150°C)
High EMC/ESD resistance
CAN FD compatible
Power Down Mode

[Introduction Effects]
Stable communication in high-temperature environments
Improved reliability of battery management
Safety and longevity of electric vehicles