Quad RS-485 Differential Line Drivers The **SN65LBC172A16DWR** is a **RS-485/RS-422 differential bus transceiver** manufactured by **Texas Instruments (TI)**.  

### **Key Specifications:**  
- **Supply Voltage Range:** 4.5V to 5.5V  
- **Data Rate:** Up to **16 Mbps**  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** 1 Driver, 1 Receiver  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** -40°C to +85°C  
- **Package:** **SOIC-16 (DWR)**  
- **ESD Protection:** ±15kV (Human Body Model)  
- **Bus I/O Protection:** ±12V (Fault Protection)  

### **Features:**  
- **Half-Duplex** communication  
- **Low Power Consumption** (Standby mode available)  
- **Wide Common-Mode Voltage Range:** ±12V  
- **Fail-Safe Receiver** (Ensures logic-high output on open or shorted bus)  
- **Thermal Shutdown Protection**  
- **Compatible with TIA/EIA-485-A and ISO 8482:1987(E) Standards**  

This transceiver is designed for **industrial, automotive, and communication applications** requiring robust RS-485/RS-422 signaling.

Quad RS-485 Differential Line Drivers