±15kV ESD Protected, 3.3V, Full Fail-Safe, Low Power, High Speed or Slew Rate Limited, RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers The ISL3173EIUZ is a high-speed, low-power RS-485/RS-422 transceiver manufactured by **INTERSIL** (now part of Renesas Electronics). Below are the key specifications, descriptions, and features based on factual information:

### **Specifications:**
- **Supply Voltage Range:** 3V to 5.5V  
- **Data Rate:** Up to **20Mbps**  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** **-40°C to +85°C**  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** **1 Driver, 1 Receiver**  
- **Interface Type:** **RS-485, RS-422**  
- **Package:** **10-Lead µMAX (MSOP-10)**  
- **ESD Protection:** **±15kV (Human Body Model)**  
- **Quiescent Current (Supply):** **1.5mA (Typical)**  
- **Half-Duplex Operation**  

### **Descriptions:**
- The ISL3173EIUZ is designed for high-speed bidirectional data communication over balanced transmission lines.  
- It supports **RS-485 and RS-422** standards, making it suitable for industrial, automotive, and networking applications.  
- The device features **low-power operation** and **high noise immunity** in electrically noisy environments.  

### **Features:**
- **20Mbps Data Rate** for high-speed communication.  
- **3V to 5.5V Supply Range** for flexible power options.  
- **Enhanced ESD Protection (±15kV HBM)** for robustness.  
- **Low Power Consumption (1.5mA typical supply current).**  
- **Half-Duplex Operation** with driver/receiver enable controls.  
- **Thermal Shutdown Protection** to prevent damage from overheating.  
- **Short-Circuit Protection** on driver outputs.  
- **Compatible with 3.3V and 5V Logic Levels.**  

This transceiver is commonly used in **industrial automation, motor control, and networking equipment** due to its reliability and high-speed performance.  

(Note: INTERSIL was acquired by Renesas Electronics in 2017, but the original part number and specifications remain unchanged.)

±15kV ESD Protected, 3.3V, Full Fail-Safe, Low Power, High Speed or Slew Rate Limited, RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers

±15kV ESD Protected, 3.3V, Full Fail-Safe, Low Power, High Speed or Slew Rate Limited, RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers The ISL3173EIUZ is a high-speed, low-power RS-485/RS-422 transceiver manufactured by Renesas (formerly Intersil).  

### **Specifications:**  
- **Supply Voltage:** 3.3V  
- **Data Rate:** Up to 20Mbps  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** -40°C to +85°C  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** 1 Driver, 1 Receiver  
- **Package:** 8-Lead SOIC  
- **ESD Protection:** ±15kV (Human Body Model)  
- **Half/Full Duplex:** Half Duplex  
- **Current Consumption (Supply):** 1.2mA (Max)  
- **Common-Mode Voltage Range:** -7V to +12V  

### **Descriptions:**  
The ISL3173EIUZ is designed for high-speed bidirectional data communication over long cable lengths in noisy environments. It supports RS-485 and RS-422 standards, featuring robust ESD protection and low power consumption.  

### **Features:**  
- **High-Speed Operation:** Up to 20Mbps  
- **Low Power Consumption:** 1.2mA (Max)  
- **Enhanced ESD Protection:** ±15kV HBM  
- **Wide Common-Mode Range:** -7V to +12V  
- **3.3V Operation:** Compatible with low-voltage systems  
- **Thermal Shutdown Protection:** Prevents damage from excessive heat  
- **Short-Circuit Protection:** Robust driver outputs  

This transceiver is commonly used in industrial automation, motor control, and networking applications.

±15kV ESD Protected, 3.3V, Full Fail-Safe, Low Power, High Speed or Slew Rate Limited, RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers