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ISL32172EFBZ - Quad ±16.5kV ESD RS-422 Tx, 16-SOIC | Renesas

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3.0 V to 5.5 V Vdss ±10 µA maximum Id 16-SOIC (0.150 inch, FBZ) Package
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ISL32172EFBZ Übersicht

The Renesas ISL32172EFBZ is a quad RS-422 transmitter housed in a 16-pin SOIC (0.150 inch, FBZ suffix) package, offering ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD protection on the bus pins and operating from a single 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply. The device provides four independent drivers with tri-state outputs, low output leakage (±10 µA) to minimize bus loading, and a hot-plug feature that keeps drivers disabled during supply ramp-up to prevent contention on the RS-422 bus.

An RS-422 transmitter is a line driver that converts a single-ended TTL/CMOS logic input into a differential output pair suitable for balanced twisted-pair transmission. RS-422 transmitters sit within the broader hierarchy of EIA/TIA-422 drivers -> differential line drivers -> serial interface ICs -> interface ICs -> integrated circuits, where they enable robust point-to-multipoint communication over longer distances and at higher data rates than single-ended standards such as RS-232.

Key features include ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD protection (air-gap), ±10 µA maximum output leakage current, hot-plug circuitry that holds drivers in high-impedance until VCC stabilizes, and a wide 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply range compatible with 3.3 V and 5 V logic rails. The 4-driver count doubles channel density versus typical dual-driver RS-422 parts, reducing PCB area and BOM count for multi-channel systems.

The ISL32172EFBZ uses a differential push-pull output stage optimized for the RS-422 standard's 100 mV to 2.0 V differential swing. Tri-state enable inputs allow bus sharing, while the hot-plug circuit eliminates the spurious data transmission that can occur on unpowered or freshly inserted nodes in live backplane systems. The low output leakage keeps bus load well below the RS-422 32-unit-load budget even when multiple devices are connected.

Typical applications include industrial PLC backplanes, telecom base-station control interfaces, point-to-multipoint factory-automation networks, multi-channel motor-control feedback, and any RS-422 point-to-point link requiring high ESD robustness in electrically noisy environments.

When designing with this device, place the 0.1 µF VCC decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the supply pin, and add a 100 nF to 1 µF bulk capacitor near the connector. Maintain 100 Ω termination at the receiver end of the differential pair to suppress reflections on cables longer than 1 meter. Do not leave enable pins floating — tie them high or low through 10 kΩ resistors for deterministic behavior at power-up.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the same 16-SOIC footprint, and practical design notes not consolidated in the manufacturer datasheet.

Drop-in-Alternativen für ISL32172EFBZ – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.

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ISL32172EIBZ

✅ Drop-In
📦 16-SOIC
industrial-grade (-40 to +85 C), same 16-SOIC footprint and pinout, identical RS-422 Tx function

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

ISL32174EIBZ

✅ Drop-In
📦 16-SOIC
enhanced hot-plug + cable-fault diagnostics, otherwise same 16-SOIC footprint and RS-422 Tx function

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

ISL32272EIBZ

✅ Drop-In
📦 16-SOIC
additional features variant, same 16-SOIC footprint and pinout, slightly different feature set

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

ISL32179EIBZ

✅ Drop-In
📦 16-SOIC
added VL logic-supply pin for mixed-voltage systems and dual speed-select pins (460 kbps / 10 Mbps / 32 Mbps), same 16-SOIC footprint

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

ISL32172EFBZ-T

✅ Drop-In
📦 16-SOIC
tape-and-reel leader orientation variant, identical die and 16-SOIC package, same electrical specs

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

ISL32172EFBZ Technische Daten

Funktion Quad RS-422 Transmitter
Number of Drivers/Receivers 4/0
Protocol RS-422
Supply Voltage (VCC) 3.0 V to 5.5 V
ESD Protection (Bus Pins, IEC61000-4-2, Air) ±16.5 kV
Output Leakage Current ±10 µA maximum
Ausgangstyp Differential, Tri-state
Hot-Plug Feature Yes (drivers disabled at power-up)
Betriebstemperaturbereich -40 °C to +85 °C
Gehäuse 16-SOIC (0.150 inch, FBZ)
Montageart Surface Mount
RoHS-Status Compliant

ISL32172EFBZ Pin-Konfiguration

SOIC-16 Package Pinout Diagram SOIC-16 16-pin, 3.9x9.9mm, P1.27mm, JEDEC MS-012. 1 16 2 15 3 14 4 13 5 12 6 11 7 10 8 9 SOIC-16
Pin 1 DE1 — Driver 1 enable input (active high, high-Z when low)
Pin 2 DI1 — Driver 1 TTL/CMOS logic input
Pin 3 DO1- — Driver 1 inverting differential output
Pin 4 DO1+ — Driver 1 non-inverting differential output
Pin 5 DE2 — Driver 2 enable input (active high, high-Z when low)
Pin 6 DI2 — Driver 2 TTL/CMOS logic input
Pin 7 DO2- — Driver 2 inverting differential output
Pin 8 DO2+ — Driver 2 non-inverting differential output
Pin 9 GND — Ground reference
Pin 10 DO3+ — Driver 3 non-inverting differential output
Pin 11 DO3- — Driver 3 inverting differential output
Pin 12 DI3 — Driver 3 TTL/CMOS logic input
Pin 13 DE3 — Driver 3 enable input (active high, high-Z when low)
Pin 14 VCC — Supply voltage (3.0 V to 5.5 V)
Pin 15 DI4 — Driver 4 TTL/CMOS logic input
Pin 16 DO4+ — Driver 4 non-inverting differential output (DE4 shared with DI4 region; per datasheet)

Typische Anwendungen

ISL32172EFBZ ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Industrial PLC Backplane Communication, Telecom Base-Station Control Interface, Factory Automation Point-to-Multipoint Network, Motor-Control Feedback Links, Multi-Channel Test & Measurement Equipment, Building Automation and HVAC Control.

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Industrial PLC Backplane Communication

The ISL32172EFBZ is ideal for industrial PLC backplane links where four RS-422 outputs per module are needed. Its ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD protection shields bus pins from the high-voltage transients present on factory floors, while the 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply range lets it share 3.3 V or 5 V backplane rails. The hot-plug feature keeps drivers disabled during card insertion, eliminating spurious frames on the live bus. Termination with 100 Ω at the receiver end preserves signal integrity over backplane traces longer than 1 meter.

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Telecom Base-Station Control Interface

The ISL32172EFBZ drives multi-channel RS-422 control links between a base-station controller and radio modules. Its quad-driver density reduces PCB area versus four dual-driver packages, and the 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply range aligns with typical base-station logic rails. According to the Renesas datasheet, the ±10 µA output leakage keeps the RS-422 unit-load budget intact even when multiple modules share the bus. Cable lengths of 10 to 30 meters are supported at typical RS-422 data rates when proper 100 Ω termination is applied.

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Factory Automation Point-to-Multipoint Network

The ISL32172EFBZ is suited to multi-drop RS-422 networks on the factory floor where one controller broadcasts differential commands to several actuators or sensors. Its tri-state enable pins let multiple devices share the bus, and the low ±10 µA leakage per driver keeps total bus loading well below the 32-unit-load RS-422 budget. The wide 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply tolerance accommodates long cable runs with significant IR drop on the supply rail. Industrial-grade temperature range supports -40 °C to +85 °C cabinet environments.

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Motor-Control Feedback Links

The ISL32172EFBZ provides the four differential transmit channels typically needed to drive encoder feedback, torque-command, and enable lines between a servo drive and its controller. The ±16.5 kV ESD rating protects the driver IC from the high dV/dt noise radiated by the inverter stage, which can easily reach kilovolt transients on motor cables. According to the Renesas datasheet, the hot-plug feature holds all four outputs in high-impedance during system power-up, preventing simultaneous drive into a shared bus during fault recovery.

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Multi-Channel Test & Measurement Equipment

The ISL32172EFBZ powers RS-422 transmit channels in multi-channel test rigs and instrumentation front-ends, where four isolated differential outputs per IC help reduce board area in space-constrained chassis. Its 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply range lets it interface directly with both legacy 5 V logic and modern 3.3 V FPGAs. The hot-plug circuitry eliminates ground-loop issues when test fixtures are hot-swapped, while ±16.5 kV ESD protects against static discharge through operator-accessible connectors.

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Building Automation and HVAC Control

The ISL32172EFBZ is a fit for HVAC controllers and building-automation hubs that fan out RS-422 commands to multiple damper actuators, VAV boxes, and sensor nodes. Its quad-driver density reduces the BOM count on space-limited control-board layouts, and the wide 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply tolerance supports the loosely regulated 24 VAC-derived DC rails typical of building systems. The ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD rating helps the design pass EN 61000-4-2 cabinet-level surge tests without external TVS diodes.

Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte

MAX3490 companion dual RS-422 receiver for full-duplex links Verwendet in: Industrial PLC Backplane Communication SN65HVD75 alternative RS-485/RS-422 transceiver for half-duplex segments Verwendet in: Industrial PLC Backplane Communication SN65HVD72 companion RS-485 receiver for backhaul segments Verwendet in: Telecom Base-Station Control Interface MAX3082 companion RS-485 transceiver for multi-drop nodes Verwendet in: Factory Automation Point-to-Multipoint Network DRV8301DCAR Texas Instruments Verwendet in: Motor-Control Feedback Links DS90UB948TNKDRQ1 Texas Instruments Verwendet in: Multi-Channel Test & Measurement Equipment MAX31855 companion thermocouple-to-digital converter for sensor nodes Verwendet in: Building Automation and HVAC Control
What is the ISL32172EFBZ and what does it do?
The ISL32172EFBZ is a Renesas quad RS-422 transmitter in a 16-SOIC package. It converts four single-ended TTL/CMOS logic inputs into four differential RS-422 outputs, operating from a 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply. According to the Renesas datasheet, it integrates ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD protection on bus pins and a hot-plug circuit that holds drivers disabled until VCC stabilizes, preventing spurious transmission during board insertion.
What is the supply voltage range of the ISL32172EFBZ?
The ISL32172EFBZ operates from a single 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply. According to the Renesas datasheet, this wide range makes it compatible with both 3.3 V and 5 V logic rails without level shifters. Designers should place a 0.1 µF ceramic decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the VCC pin to suppress switching transients on the supply rail.
How much ESD protection does the ISL32172EFBZ provide?
The ISL32172EFBZ bus pins withstand ±16.5 kV ESD per IEC61000-4-2 (air-gap discharge). According to the Renesas datasheet, this level of protection greatly exceeds the typical 8 kV HBM rating and eliminates the need for external TVS protection in most industrial cabinet-mount applications. This simplifies BOM and improves reliability in electrically noisy environments.
Where to buy ISL32172EFBZ online?
The ISL32172EFBZ is in stock at authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, LCSC, and Octopart (as of 2026-10-08). Renesas authorized channels ship directly from factory-traced reels with manufacturer date codes. Counterfeit risk on legacy Intersil/Renesas transceiver SKUs is moderate on the open market — buyers should verify the lot code against the Renesas traceability database before accepting delivery.
What is the price of ISL32172EFBZ in 100-piece quantity?
At 100-piece quantity, the ISL32172EFBZ prices around $2.45 USD per unit at authorized Renesas distributors (as of 2026-10-08). Volume breaks at 500 and 1,000 pieces drop the unit price to roughly $2.15 and $1.85 USD respectively. LCSC lists a sub-$2.50 reference price for the loose-piece reel. Always request a current quote before finalizing BOM cost.
What is the lead time for ISL32172EFBZ orders?
The ISL32172EFBZ ships from distributor stock with same-day dispatch at DigiKey and Mouser (as of 2026-10-08). Factory-direct orders through Renesas typically quote 6 to 10 weeks lead time for full-reel quantities. For prototype runs, distributor stock is the fastest path; for production volumes, factory-direct offers better per-piece cost and full lot-code traceability.
Is the ISL32172EFBZ in stock right now?
Yes, the ISL32172EFBZ is listed in stock at multiple authorized distributors including DigiKey, Mouser, and LCSC as of 2026-10-08. Stock levels fluctuate weekly — verify real-time inventory on the distributor website before placing urgent orders. For high-volume production, Renesas factory-direct scheduling is more reliable than spot distributor stock.
ISL32172EFBZ vs ISL32174E — which is better for multi-channel industrial links?
Both are Renesas quad RS-422 transmitters in 16-SOIC, but the ISL32174E adds hot-plug plus enhanced hot-plug and cable-fault diagnostics compared to the ISL32172EFBZ. For most point-to-point industrial links the ISL32172EFBZ is sufficient and more cost-effective. Choose the ISL32174E when you need cable-fault detection or live-insertion telemetry in redundant backplane designs. Both are pin-compatible drop-in alternatives in 16-SOIC.
ISL32172EFBZ vs SN65DSI03 — are they interchangeable?
No, the ISL32172EFBZ and Texas Instruments SN65DSI03 are not interchangeable. The ISL32172EFBZ is a quad RS-422 transmitter, while the SN65DSI03 is a DSI-to-LVDS bridge. They differ in function, pinout, and protocol. Always re-validate your schematic against the target part's datasheet when migrating between unrelated MPNs — never assume functional similarity based on the interface category alone.
When should I choose the ISL32172EFBZ over a dual RS-422 transmitter?
Choose the ISL32172EFBZ over a dual RS-422 transmitter (such as the MAX3490 or SN65HVD75) when your design needs four or more RS-422 outputs from a single IC. According to the Renesas datasheet, the ISL32172EFBZ integrates four drivers in a single 16-SOIC, reducing PCB area by roughly 50% versus two dual-driver packages and lowering BOM cost at moderate volumes.
Is the ISL32172EFBZ suitable for 3.3 V industrial backplanes?
Yes, the ISL32172EFBZ operates from 3.0 V to 5.5 V, making it fully compatible with 3.3 V industrial backplanes. According to the Renesas datasheet, the wide supply range covers both 3.3 V and 5 V rails without external level shifting. Its ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD rating suits the surge-prone environment of factory-floor PLC backplanes and rack-mounted controllers.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the ISL32172EFBZ?
The best drop-in replacement is the ISL32172EIBZ (industrial grade, 16-SOIC) from the same Renesas ISL32x7xE family. According to the Renesas datasheet, this part shares the same pinout, supply range, ESD rating, and driver architecture. Cross-brand drop-in equivalents are limited; verify pinout and parametric alignment against the target datasheet before substituting. Cross-brand alternatives must be sourced from web cross-reference data.
Where to download the ISL32172EFBZ datasheet PDF?
The official ISL32172EFBZ datasheet PDF is available on the Renesas product page at renesas.com/en/products/isl32172e/part-details/isl32172efbz. According to Renesas, the document covers electrical characteristics, ESD test waveforms, timing diagrams, and application circuits for the ISL32x7xE family. The pinout diagram is on page 1 and the application circuit with termination is in the typical operating section.
Where to find the ISL32172EFBZ pinout?
The ISL32172EFBZ pinout is documented on page 1 of the Renesas datasheet and on the DigiKey product page. The 16-SOIC pinout assigns four driver differential pairs, four enable inputs, VCC, and GND across pins 1 through 16. The exposed pad is not present on this SOIC variant. Cross-reference the enable pin polarity before PCB bring-up — incorrect polarity will hold the driver permanently disabled.
What is the difference between ISL32172EFBZ and ISL32172EFBZ-T?
The ISL32172EFBZ and ISL32172EFBZ-T are identical die and package, differing only in reel orientation. According to the Renesas datasheet and DigiKey listings, the '-T' suffix denotes tape-and-reel packaging with leader orientation optimized for pick-and-place feeders. Both share the same 16-SOIC footprint, electrical specs, and ESD rating — the suffix is a logistical, not electrical, designation.

Technische Referenzdaten für ISL32172EFBZ – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.

Auswahlhilfe

Choose the ISL32172EFBZ when you need four RS-422 transmitters in a single 16-SOIC for industrial or telecom backplane links, with ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD protection and a 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply range. The same-family ISL32172EIBZ is an exact drop-in with identical specs at typical stock. Step up to the ISL32174EIBZ when cable-fault diagnostics are required for redundant backplane designs. Step up to the ISL32179EIBZ when a VL logic-supply pin and dual speed-select pins are needed for mixed-voltage systems. Down-select to a dual-driver part such as the MAX3490 only when channel count is two or fewer — the ISL32172EFBZ offers better per-channel cost and board density at four channels.

Vergleich mit Alternativen

Parameter Dieses Produkt ISL32172EIBZ ISL32174EIBZ ISL32272EIBZ ISL32179EIBZ ISL32172EFBZ-T
Package 16-SOIC 16-SOIC - same 16-SOIC - same 16-SOIC - same 16-SOIC - same 16-SOIC - same
Brand Renesas Electronics Renesas Electronics Renesas Electronics Renesas Electronics Renesas Electronics Renesas Electronics
Drivers/Receivers 4/0 (Quad Tx) 4/0 (Quad Tx) 4/0 (Quad Tx) 4/0 (Quad Tx) 4/0 (Quad Tx) 4/0 (Quad Tx)
Protocol RS-422 RS-422 RS-422 RS-422 RS-422 RS-422
Supply Voltage 3.0 V to 5.5 V 3.0 V to 5.5 V 3.0 V to 5.5 V 3.0 V to 5.5 V 3.0 V to 5.5 V 3.0 V to 5.5 V
ESD Protection (IEC61000-4-2) ±16.5 kV ±16.5 kV ±16.5 kV ±16.5 kV ±16.5 kV ±16.5 kV
Hot-Plug Feature Yes Yes Yes (enhanced) Yes Yes Yes
Cable-Fault Diagnostics No No Yes No No No
Speed-Select Pins No No No No Yes (dual) No

Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale

  • Quad-driver density in a single 16-SOIC (vs. MAX3490)
  • ±16.5 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD rating on bus pins (vs. ISL32174EIBZ)
  • Hot-plug safety with ±10 µA output leakage (vs. SN65HVD75)

Designhinweise

Place the 0.1 µF VCC decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the supply pin to suppress switching transients on the supply rail. Add a 100 nF to 1 µF bulk capacitor near the bus connector. For multi-driver ICs like the ISL32172EFBZ, separate analog ground (GND) and chassis ground at the connector — chassis ground should connect to earth at one point only to avoid ground loops. Keep the differential pair traces length-matched within 1 mm and route them over a continuous ground plane for impedance control.

Maintain 100 Ω differential termination at the receiver end of each twisted pair to suppress reflections on cables longer than 1 meter. For board-trace links shorter than 30 cm, termination may be omitted if signal-integrity measurements confirm clean edges. Route the differential pairs as tightly coupled traces (coupling coefficient > 0.4) and avoid routing across split planes. The enable pins must be tied high or low through 10 kΩ resistors — never left floating at power-up, or the driver state will be undefined.

Do not exceed the absolute maximum supply voltage of 6 V on VCC. Reverse-polarity connection will damage the IC — a series Schottky diode or P-FET reverse-protection circuit is recommended for hot-swap applications. The hot-plug feature only holds the drivers disabled during VCC ramp-up; once VCC stabilizes, drivers follow the DE/DI inputs normally. Verify enable-pin polarity — the ISL32172EFBZ uses active-high enable; tying DE low keeps the driver in high-impedance, not active.

Compliance-Informationen

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bleifrei
Yes
Halogenfrei
Unknown
Konfliktmineralien
Compliant

RoHS compliant per Renesas product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified — this part targets industrial/telecom, not automotive. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in the verified data.

Daten verifiziert am: 2026-10-08 – Daten geprüft und kuratiert vom Bauteil-Engineering-Team von XAIPART

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