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DM9162 - 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet PHY Transceiver | Davicom

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DM9162 Descripción general

The Davicom DM9162 is an industrial-temperature 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Physical Layer (PHY) single-chip transceiver supporting both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX/100BASE-FX Ethernet operation. It integrates the physical coding sublayer (PCS), physical medium attachment (PMA), and twisted-pair physical medium dependent (TP-PMD) functions in a 48-pin LQFP package (DM9162IEP) or QFN-32 (DM9162EP) package, supplied from a 3.3V rail with a low typical operating current around 90 mA. The device communicates with an Ethernet MAC over standard MII or RMII interfaces and is managed through an MDIO (IEEE 802.3 clause-22) serial interface. Auto-negotiation, auto-crossing (HP Auto-MDIX-style MDI/MDIX crossover correction), and auto-polarity correction simplify magnetics and PCB layout for 100 Mbps copper links.

A Fast Ethernet PHY transceiver is a Physical Layer device that sits between a Media Access Controller (MAC) and the copper or fiber medium. Within the OSI model, the PHY converts digital MAC data into analog signals for the line (10BASE-T Manchester / 100BASE-TX MLT-3) and recovers clock and data on the receive side. The DM9162 belongs to the broader product hierarchy of Ethernet transceivers > 10/100 PHYs > Physical Layer devices > network Interface ICs > wired-connectivity semiconductors. It is typically used alongside an Ethernet MAC controller, an isolation transformer, and an RJ45 jack to form the complete 10/100 Ethernet port of an embedded system.

Key features include support for both MII (Media Independent Interface, 18 signals at 25 MHz) and RMII (Reduced MII, 9 signals at 50 MHz), where the DM9162 provides a 50 MHz reference clock out at RMII to reduce BOM cost. Power reduction modes include automatic power saving on idle link, software power-down, and an isolation/transmission stand-by pin. The DM9162 is qualified for industrial temperature operation -40 °C to +85 °C, uses a 0.162 µm CMOS process, and supports both full-duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x PAUSE) and half-duplex back-pressure.

Typical applications include industrial Ethernet nodes, IP cameras, set-top box Ethernet ports, smart-grid metering, building-automation gateways, factory-automation controllers, and consumer electronics with embedded LAN. The fiber-mode (100BASE-FX) support also makes it a drop-in choice for legacy fiber-to-copper media conversion designs.

When designing with the DM9162, place the 50 ohm TX/RX termination networks within 5 mm of the magnetics, keep MII/RMII traces length-matched to within 50 mil, and provide a bulk 10 µF plus 0.1 µF bypass pair adjacent to each VDD pin. Use a center-tap configuration with 1:1 turns-ratio isolation transformers and route TX+/TX- and RX+/RX- as 100 ohm differential pairs. Always assert the reset line for at least 100 µs after 3.3V stable to guarantee proper PLL lock.

Alternativas directas para DM9162 — mismo encapsulado, compatible pin a pin. Se excluyen las piezas de otro encapsulado que requieren retrabajo de la PCB.

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DM9162IEP

✅ Sustitución directa
📦 LQFP-48
industrial temp grade, same LQFP-48 pinout, same die

📋 Alternativa de referencia (no en el catálogo)

DM9162EP

✅ Sustitución directa
📦 QFN-32
same die in QFN-32 footprint, same functional spec, different package, NOT pin-compatible drop-in to LQFP-48 (different package)

📋 Alternativa de referencia (no en el catálogo)

DM9162I

✅ Sustitución directa
📦 LQFP-48
industrial temp, same LQFP-48 footprint, backward compatible to DM9161A and DM9161C

📋 Alternativa de referencia (no en el catálogo)

DM9162 Especificaciones

Función 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY Transceiver
Standards Supported IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 100BASE-FX
MAC Interface MII and RMII (selectable)
Management Interface MDIO (IEEE 802.3 clause-22)
Tensión de alimentación 3.3 V (typical)
Typical Operating Current 90 mA (PHY only)
Current with Transformer 40 mA additional
Process Technology 0.162 µm CMOS
Rango de temperatura de funcionamiento -40 °C to +85 °C (industrial grade DM9162IEP)
Encapsulado LQFP-48 (DM9162IEP) / QFN-32 (DM9162EP)
Auto-Negotiation Yes (10/100 full and half duplex)
Auto-Crossover Yes (HP Auto-MDIX-style)
RMII Clock Output 50 MHz (saves external oscillator)
Flow Control IEEE 802.3x full-duplex PAUSE + half-duplex back-pressure
Estado RoHS Compliant
Tipo de montaje Surface Mount

Guía de configuración de pines de DM9162 lqfp-48 (dm9162iep) / qfn-32 (dm9162ep)

Configuración de pines para DM9162 (encapsulado lqfp-48 (dm9162iep) / qfn-32 (dm9162ep)). La numeración de pines, las funciones y los diagramas de conexión se definen en la hoja de datos del fabricante. Consúltela para conocer el footprint exacto y las directrices de soldadura.

Diagrama de patillaje del encapsulado lqfp-48 (dm9162iep) / qfn-32 (dm9162ep) para DM9162

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Aplicaciones típicas

DM9162 es adecuado para 7 aplicacións: Industrial Ethernet Nodes and PLCs, IP Surveillance Cameras and NVRs, Set-Top Box and Smart TV Ethernet, Smart Grid and Energy Metering, Building-Automation Gateways, Fiber/Copper Media Converters (100BASE-FX), Consumer Router and Gateway LAN Ports.

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Industrial Ethernet Nodes and PLCs

The DM9162's industrial -40°C to +85°C temperature range and 90 mA typical operating current make it ideal for factory-automation PLCs and industrial Ethernet nodes. Its 3.3V single-rail supply simplifies design in 24V-to-3.3V industrial systems, and the integrated MDIO (clause-22) interface lets the host MCU diagnose link speed, duplex, and PHY-ID without glue logic. Auto-negotiation between 10/100 Mbps and auto-crossover reduce wiring mistakes in field installations. Placed between the MAC and the RJ45 magnetics, the DM9162IEP enables deterministic 100 Mbps full-duplex links in industrial Ethernet star and daisy-chain topologies.

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IP Surveillance Cameras and NVRs

The DM9162's 100BASE-TX full-duplex capability with 802.3x flow control delivers sustained 100 Mbps throughput required for 1080p/4K IP camera streaming. Its low 90 mA operating current and small LQFP-48 footprint suit compact camera PCBs where thermal and area budget are tight. RMII mode with on-chip 50 MHz clock output removes an external crystal and lowers BOM cost. The 100BASE-FX option also enables fiber-based surveillance backhauls. Connect DM9162 to a HiSilicon, Novatek, or Ambarella video SoC MAC over MII/RMII for power-over-Ethernet IP cameras and NVRs.

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Set-Top Box and Smart TV Ethernet

Consumer set-top boxes and smart TVs commonly use the DM9162 for the integrated RJ45 LAN port because of its low 0.162 µm CMOS process cost, small LQFP-48 outline, and 50 MHz RMII clock output that shares the Ethernet PHY's clock with the SoC. The PHY's auto-crossover eliminates the need for manual MDI/MDIX jumpers and reduces OEM assembly defects. Its 3.3V supply and 90 mA current fit comfortably within set-top box power budgets. Pair the DM9162 with a Realtek RTD series or Broadcom STB SoC MAC over RMII to add reliable 100 Mbps IPTV connectivity.

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Smart Grid and Energy Metering

Smart electricity meters and concentrator units leverage the DM9162IEP's industrial -40°C to +85°C qualification and 100BASE-TX throughput for AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) backhaul. The integrated auto-negotiation handles varying link-partner capabilities across heterogeneous metering networks, while hardware flow control prevents packet loss during demand-response bursts. Its 90 mA typical current fits the tight consumption budget of battery-backed or auxiliary-powered meter designs, and the LQFP-48 footprint eases hand-solder rework during R&D. Combine DM9162IEP with a low-power metering MCU + metering AFE for the complete metering block.

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Building-Automation Gateways

KNX, BACnet, and LonWorks-to-IP building-automation gateways often embed the DM9162 for the LAN port, leveraging its compact LQFP-48 package, integrated auto-crossover to simplify wall-plate wiring, and industrial -40°C to +85°C temperature range to handle plant-room thermal conditions. The 50 MHz RMII clock output lets the gateway SoC run without a separate Ethernet crystal, shrinking BOM by $0.10-$0.20 in cost-sensitive high-volume designs. Use the DM9162 RMII bus to a Cortex-M host for BACnet/IP and MQTT-over-TLS bridges between legacy field buses and modern IP networks.

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Fiber/Copper Media Converters (100BASE-FX)

Industrial copper-to-fiber media converters and legacy fiber links use the DM9162's integrated 100BASE-FX mode, eliminating a separate fiber-PHY chip and shrinking BOM. With 3.3V single-supply operation and 90 mA typical current, the DM9162 fits standalone media-converter housings without active cooling. Auto-negotiation and auto-crossover between the copper RJ45 and the fiber SC port happen transparently at the MAC. Use DM9162 alongside a 100BASE-FX transceiver or fiber SFP cage to convert legacy FDDI or 100FX fiber runs to modern copper Ethernet without a full system redesign.

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Consumer Router and Gateway LAN Ports

Low-cost consumer routers and home gateways often integrate the DM9162 as the LAN-side 10/100 PHY because of its competitive sub-$1.50 unit price at quantity-100 and its 50 MHz RMII clock output that replaces an extra crystal. The 0.162 µm process, 3.3V single-supply rail, and integrated PCS/PMA simplify PCB layout and lower BOM cost versus competing PHYs. Auto-crossover and auto-polarity correction reduce cable-related support calls. Pair DM9162 over RMII with a MediaTek MT7621 or Realtek RTL8197F home-gateway SoC to add the four LAN ports typical of consumer WiFi routers.

Resumen de productos recomendados

DM9162IEP Industrial grade variant of same part Se usa en: Industrial Ethernet Nodes and PLCs, IP Surveillance Cameras and NVRs, Smart Grid and Energy Metering AM3358 Sitara ARM Cortex-A8 MAC controller commonly paired with Davicom PHY Se usa en: Industrial Ethernet Nodes and PLCs Hi3516 HiSilicon IP camera SoC MAC partner Se usa en: IP Surveillance Cameras and NVRs DM9162EP Lower-cost QFN-32 variant for compact STB designs Se usa en: Set-Top Box and Smart TV Ethernet, Fiber/Copper Media Converters (100BASE-FX), Consumer Router and Gateway LAN Ports DM9162I Industrial temperature variant Se usa en: Building-Automation Gateways
What is the DM9162?
The Davicom DM9162 is a low-power single-chip 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Physical Layer transceiver supporting 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 100BASE-FX. It exposes MII and RMII MAC-side interfaces, an MDIO (IEEE 802.3 clause-22) management port, and integrates PCS, PMA, and TP-PMD. The DM9162IEP comes in LQFP-48 for industrial-temperature (-40°C to +85°C) systems.
What is the difference between DM9162 and DM9162IEP?
Both share the same datasheet family and core functionality. The DM9162IEP suffix 'I' indicates the industrial-temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) while the bare DM9162 often denotes the commercial variant. Per the manufacturer datasheet the die and pinout (LQFP-48) are identical, only the temperature screening differs; the package is LQFP-48 in both cases.
What packages are available for DM9162?
The Davicom DM9162 ships in two packages: QFN-32 (small-footprint 0.162 µm process) and LQFP-48 (backward-compatible with the older DM9161A and DM9161C). The LQFP-48 DM9162IEP is the most stocked variant on distributor shelves, while the QFN-32 targets space-constrained designs.
Does the DM9162 support fiber (100BASE-FX)?
Yes, the DM9162 supports 100BASE-FX fiber operation in addition to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX copper. This makes it suitable for legacy copper-to-fiber media-converter designs, fiber network interface cards, and industrial fiber-ring architectures where 100 Mbps single-mode or multi-mode links are required.
What MAC interface does the DM9162 use?
The DM9162 supports both MII (Media Independent Interface, 18 signals at 25 MHz) and RMII (Reduced MII, 9 signals at 50 MHz). The RMII mode can use the DM9162's 50 MHz clock output pin to drive the MAC, eliminating an external oscillator and saving BOM cost and board space.
Where can I buy DM9162 online?
DM9162 can be purchased from authorized Davicom distributors including LCSC, JLink Technology, and DACOM West. The DM9162IEP variant is listed in stock at LCSC at approximately $1.5448 per unit (qty-1) as of October 2026, with 923 units in stock. Quote-based pricing is available from JLink with one-business-day response.
What is the lead time for DM9162?
DM9162 lead times depend on the variant and quantity. The DM9162IEP in LQFP-48 is reported in stock at LCSC with hundreds of units available. For larger production volumes or bare DM9162 variants, request a quote from authorized distributors such as JLink Technology or DACOM West.
What is the price of DM9162 in quantity 100?
The unit price of DM9162 drops from roughly $1.54 at qty-1 to approximately $1.20 at qty-100 according to LCSC distribution data as of October 2026. Above qty-1000 the price trends toward $0.92 per unit; industrial-grade DM9162IEP commands a small premium over commercial DM9162.
DM9162 vs KSZ8041 - which is better?
Both DM9162 and Microchip KSZ8041 are 10/100 Ethernet PHYs with MII/RMII and clause-22 MDIO. The KSZ8041 comes in 32-pin QFN or 48-LQFP and has its own pinout; it is NOT pin-compatible with DM9162. Per distributor cross-reference data the DM9162 is a functional alternative but requires PCB re-layout and a PHY driver change.
DM9162 vs RTL8201F - which should I use?
Realtek RTL8201F, IC+ IP101G, and DM9162 are all functional 10/100 MII/RMII PHYs at the MAC interface, but each has its own pinout, package, and vendor registers. According to distributor cross-reference data, DM9162 is a functional replacement for RTL8201F only when PCB re-layout and a PHY driver change are acceptable; it is not pin-compatible drop-in.
What is the best drop-in replacement for DM9162?
A true drop-in replacement for DM9162 must share the LQFP-48 footprint and identical pinout. The closest drop-in candidate from the same Davicom family is the DM9162IEP itself (industrial-grade variant, identical pinout, -40°C to +85°C). For functional alternatives in different packages the KSZ8041 and RTL8201F require PCB rework and are NOT drop-in.
When should I choose DM9162 over KSZ8041?
Choose DM9162 when you need a Davicom-supported 10/100 PHY in LQFP-48 with 50 MHz RMII clock output and industrial -40°C to +85°C operation, especially in IP cameras and set-top boxes. Choose KSZ8041 when you prefer Microchip's silicon supply chain or need the 32-QFN footprint; KSZ8041 is also industrial-grade.
Is DM9162 suitable for industrial Ethernet?
Yes, the DM9162IEP variant is qualified for industrial temperature range -40°C to +85°C and is widely used in factory automation, smart-grid metering, IP surveillance cameras, and building-automation gateways. The integrated auto-negotiation, auto-crossover, and robust ESD/EMC design meet industrial Ethernet requirements.
Where do I download the DM9162 datasheet PDF?
The manufacturer datasheet for DM9162 is hosted by Davicom Semiconductor and mirrored on Alldatasheet and Datasheet4U. The most direct links are: https://www.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/pdf/456467/DAVICOM/DM9162EP.html and https://datasheet4u.com/datasheets/DAVICOM/DM9162/1082197. The DM9162 datasheet covers pinout, register map, and reference design.
What are the key specifications of DM9162 that engineers should know?
DM9162 is a 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet PHY in LQFP-48 supporting 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 100BASE-FX with MII/RMII MAC interface and clause-22 MDIO management. Supply is 3.3V with 90 mA operating current, industrial -40°C to +85°C, auto-negotiation, auto-crossover, 802.3x flow control, and integrated 50 MHz RMII reference clock output.

Datos de referencia de ingeniería para DM9162 — comparación, orientación de diseño e información de cumplimiento.

Guía de selección

Choose the DM9162 (LQFP-48 commercial) for set-top boxes, consumer routers, and non-extreme-temperature designs where the lowest unit cost and 100BASE-FX support matter. Choose DM9162IEP for industrial-temperature systems needing -40°C to +85°C operation in PLCs, IP cameras, building automation, and smart-grid metering. Choose DM9162EP only when you need the smaller QFN-32 footprint and accept the layout rework. Avoid KSZ8041 and RTL8201F when you need drop-in compatibility with DM9161A/DM9161C designs - those alternatives require PCB re-layout and a PHY driver change.

Comparación con alternativas

Parámetro Este producto DM9162IEP DM9162EP DM9162I
Brand Davicom Semiconductor Davicom Semiconductor Davicom Semiconductor Davicom Semiconductor
Package LQFP-48 LQFP-48 - same QFN-32 - different package, same die LQFP-48 - same
Function 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY 10/100 Mbps Ethernet PHY
MAC Interface MII / RMII MII / RMII MII / RMII MII / RMII
Management MDIO clause-22 MDIO clause-22 MDIO clause-22 MDIO clause-22
Operating Temperature 0 to +70 °C (commercial) / -40 to +85 °C (I variant) -40 to +85 °C (industrial) Commercial (check datasheet) -40 to +85 °C (industrial)
100BASE-FX Support Yes Yes Yes Yes
Process Technology 0.162 µm CMOS 0.162 µm CMOS 0.162 µm CMOS 0.162 µm CMOS
Backward Compatibility Replaces DM9161C, backward compatible to DM9161A Yes, same as DM9162 Yes (different package only) Yes, same LQFP-48

Diferenciadores clave

  • Only Davicom 10/100 PHY family available in BOTH LQFP-48 and QFN-32 (frente a KSZ8041)
  • Integrated 50 MHz RMII clock output (frente a RTL8201F)
  • Backward-compatible upgrade path from DM9161A/DM9161C (frente a KSZ8041 / RTL8201F)

Notas de diseño

DM9162 layout must keep the TX/RX differential pairs as 100 ohm-controlled-impedance traces, length-matched to within 50 mil on each pair, and routed within 5 mm of the magnetics for EMI compliance. MII/RMII bus traces should be length-matched to within 500 mil to keep skew under 250 ps at 50 MHz RMII. Place the bulk 10 µF plus 0.1 µF bypass pair within 2 mm of every VDD pin, and provide a solid ground plane under the whole PHY region.

Estimated: at 3.3V and 90 mA typical operating current the DM9162 consumes about 0.30 W. Add another 0.13 W for the 40 mA transformer bias to give a 0.43 W total. Use a ferrite-bead plus 10 µF bulk filter on the AVDD/VDDCO rails feeding the analog and clock domains, and a separate 0.1 µF cap on every digital VDD pin to isolate digital switching noise from the analog PLL.

Common pitfalls with DM9162 include: (1) forgetting to assert RESET high for at least 100 µs after 3.3V is stable, which prevents PLL lock and shows as an absent LINK LED; (2) selecting MII mode but leaving the 25 MHz reference clock pin floating, which corrupts TX data; (3) omitting the center-tap capacitor on the RJ45 magnetics, leading to excessive EMI in radiated emissions testing at 125 MHz; (4) using 50 ohm single-ended termination instead of 100 ohm differential on TX/RX pairs.

Información de cumplimiento

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Libre de plomo
Yes
Libre de halógenos
Unknown
Minerales en conflicto
Unknown

RoHS compliance inferred from Davicom product page; other compliance items not stated in the provided data.

Datos verificados el: 2026-10-15 — datos verificados y seleccionados por el equipo de ingeniería de componentes de XAIPART

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