TUSB8041ARGCT - 4-Port USB 3.1 Gen1 Hub Controller | Texas Instruments
Référence : TUSB8041ARGCT ✓ Actif| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $9.78 | $9,78 |
| 10 | $8.85 | $88,50 |
| 100 | $7.42 | $742,00 |
| 500 | $6.65 | $3 325,00 |
| 1 000 | $5.95 | $5 950,00 |
TUSB8041ARGCT Présentation
A USB hub controller is an interface IC that multiplies a single upstream USB port into multiple downstream ports while preserving protocol compliance, port power switching, and per-port status reporting. Hubs occupy a fixed position in the USB device-class hierarchy between the host controller root hub and downstream peripherals. Modern SuperSpeed hubs additionally embed PHYs and link-training state machines so legacy USB 2.0 traffic and 5 Gbps SuperSpeed traffic are bridged transparently across the same physical connector stack.
The TUSB8041ARGCT provides per-port battery-charging detection, downstream-port power-enable controls routed through GPIO, and over-current flag inputs that simplify USB Type-A VBUS switching designs. Configuration is achieved through pin-strap modes, OTP ROM, an external I2C EEPROM, or an I2C/SMBus slave interface for VID, PID, and custom-string descriptors. The integrated 1.1 V core LDO and 3.3 V I/O supply mean only a single external 3.3 V rail is required for the hub itself.
Typical applications include desktop and laptop docking stations, retail POS terminals, industrial PCs, USB 3.0/3.1 port replicators, automotive infotainment hubs, and embedded systems that fan out a single Type-C upstream port into multiple USB Type-A ports. The -40C to +85C industrial temperature range supports deployment in factory automation and vehicle environments.
When designing with the TUSB8041ARGCT, route the SuperSpeed differential pairs (USB3_TX/RX) for 85 ohm differential impedance with intra-pair length matching within 150 mil, and provide an external 24 MHz crystal with the datasheet-recommended load capacitors. Place the upstream port ESD protection array adjacent to the USB connector and verify the bulk-decoupling ESR budget against the 5V VBUS load step on hot-plug events.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing from DigiKey and Arrow, cross-references the TUSB8041A 'A' revision orderability codes (RGC = tape-and-reel, RGT = tray), and provides drop-in alternatives plus design notes not collected in any single datasheet document.
Alternatives de remplacement direct pour TUSB8041ARGCT — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.
Variantes de cette série
Modèles de la même série directement compatibles avec TUSB8041ARGCT (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Package, USB Standard, Configuration Interface, Function, Battery Charging Support.
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TUSB8041ARGCR
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Voir la fiche technique →TUSB8041RGCR
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TUSB8041ARGCT Spécifications
| Fonction | 4-Port SuperSpeed USB 3.1 Gen1 Hub Controller |
| USB Standard | USB 3.1 Gen1 / USB 3.0 (5 Gbps SuperSpeed, plus USB 2.0 LS/FS/HS) |
| Number of Downstream Ports | 4 |
| Upstream Interface | 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (Type-A or Type-C receptacle) |
| Data Rate (SuperSpeed) | 5 Gbps |
| Data Rate (High-Speed) | 480 Mbps |
| Configuration Interface | GPIO, I2C, SMBus, OTP ROM, I2C EEPROM |
| Supply Voltage (VBUS / VDD) | 3.3 V (single rail; internal 1.1 V core LDO) |
| Plage de température de fonctionnement | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Boîtier | 64-pin VQFN (RGC) 9x9 mm with exposed thermal pad |
| Type de montage | Surface Mount |
| Battery Charging Support | Yes (per-port detection via pin strap or EEPROM) |
| External Crystal | 24 MHz |
| Niveau MSL | 3 (168 hours) |
| Statut RoHS | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes |
Configuration des broches de TUSB8041ARGCT
| Broche 1 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 2 | USB3_TX1P — SuperSpeed transmit pair 1, positive |
| Broche 3 | USB3_TX1N — SuperSpeed transmit pair 1, negative |
| Broche 4 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 5 | USB3_RX1P — SuperSpeed receive pair 1, positive |
| Broche 6 | USB3_RX1N — SuperSpeed receive pair 1, negative |
| Broche 7 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 8 | USB3_TX2P — SuperSpeed transmit pair 2, positive |
| Broche 9 | USB3_TX2N — SuperSpeed transmit pair 2, negative |
| Broche 10 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 11 | USB3_RX2P — SuperSpeed receive pair 2, positive |
| Broche 12 | USB3_RX2N — SuperSpeed receive pair 2, negative |
| Broche 13 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 14 | USB3_TX3P — SuperSpeed transmit pair 3, positive |
| Broche 15 | USB3_TX3N — SuperSpeed transmit pair 3, negative |
| Broche 16 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 17 | USB3_RX3P — SuperSpeed receive pair 3, positive |
| Broche 18 | USB3_RX3N — SuperSpeed receive pair 3, negative |
| Broche 19 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 20 | USB3_TX4P — SuperSpeed transmit pair 4, positive |
| Broche 21 | USB3_TX4N — SuperSpeed transmit pair 4, negative |
| Broche 22 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 23 | USB3_RX4P — SuperSpeed receive pair 4, positive |
| Broche 24 | USB3_RX4N — SuperSpeed receive pair 4, negative |
| Broche 25 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 26 | USB_DP_UP — USB 2.0 upstream data plus |
| Broche 27 | USB_DM_UP — USB 2.0 upstream data minus |
| Broche 28 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 29 | USB_DP1 — USB 2.0 downstream port 1 data plus |
| Broche 30 | USB_DM1 — USB 2.0 downstream port 1 data minus |
| Broche 31 | USB_DP2 — USB 2.0 downstream port 2 data plus |
| Broche 32 | USB_DM2 — USB 2.0 downstream port 2 data minus |
| Broche 33 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 34 | USB_DP3 — USB 2.0 downstream port 3 data plus |
| Broche 35 | USB_DM3 — USB 2.0 downstream port 3 data minus |
| Broche 36 | USB_DP4 — USB 2.0 downstream port 4 data plus |
| Broche 37 | USB_DM4 — USB 2.0 downstream port 4 data minus |
| Broche 38 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 39 | VBUS_UP — Upstream VBUS detect |
| Broche 40 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 41 | XI — 24 MHz crystal input |
| Broche 42 | XO — 24 MHz crystal output |
| Broche 43 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 44 | RESET — Active-low device reset |
| Broche 45 | SDA — I2C/SMBus data |
| Broche 46 | SCL — I2C/SMBus clock |
| Broche 47 | GPIO0 — General-purpose I/O 0 / port 1 power enable |
| Broche 48 | GPIO1 — General-purpose I/O 1 / port 2 power enable |
| Broche 49 | TEST — Test pin (per E2E forum, requires 4.7k pull-down to GND on TUSB8041A) |
| Broche 50 | GPIO2 — General-purpose I/O 2 / port 3 power enable |
| Broche 51 | GPIO3 — General-purpose I/O 3 / port 4 power enable |
| Broche 52 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 53 | OVC1 — Over-current flag input, port 1 |
| Broche 54 | OVC2 — Over-current flag input, port 2 |
| Broche 55 | OVC3 — Over-current flag input, port 3 |
| Broche 56 | OVC4 — Over-current flag input, port 4 |
| Broche 57 | VDD33 — 3.3 V supply rail |
| Broche 58 | PWREN1 — Port 1 VBUS power enable output |
| Broche 59 | PWREN2 — Port 2 VBUS power enable output |
| Broche 60 | PWREN3 — Port 3 VBUS power enable output |
| Broche 61 | PWREN4 — Port 4 VBUS power enable output |
| Broche 62 | GND — Ground reference |
| Broche 63 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Broche 64 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Applications typiques
TUSB8041ARGCT convient pour 7 applications: Desktop and Laptop Docking Stations, Retail POS Terminals and Kiosks, Industrial PCs and Factory Automation, USB 3.1 Port Replicators, Embedded Systems and Single-Board Computers, Medical Device USB Connectivity, Automotive Infotainment Hub (Non-Safety).
Desktop and Laptop Docking Stations
The TUSB8041ARGCT's 4-port SuperSpeed 5 Gbps fan-out makes it ideal for docking stations that multiply a single upstream USB-C or USB-A port into multiple Type-A connectors for monitors, storage, and peripherals. Per TI's datasheet typical application, the hub sits behind a USB-C billboard controller and routes SuperSpeed and USB 2.0 signals to four downstream ports, each with independent over-current protection. The integrated 1.1 V core LDO eliminates an external regulator, reducing BOM cost in compact docking-station designs where PCB real estate is constrained by Type-A receptacle pitch.
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Retail POS Terminals and Kiosks
POS terminals and self-service kiosks require multiple USB peripherals (barcode scanners, receipt printers, NFC readers, customer displays) attached to a single host. The TUSB8041ARGCT provides four downstream ports each negotiating independently to USB 2.0 or SuperSpeed, allowing mixed-speed peripherals without bandwidth bottlenecks. Per the TI datasheet, the GPIO pins drive per-port LED indicators and VBUS power-enable signals, simplifying enclosure status feedback. The industrial -40C to +85C temperature range supports deployment in unheated retail backrooms and outdoor kiosk enclosures.
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Industrial PCs and Factory Automation
Industrial PCs require ruggedized USB expansion for machine-vision cameras, programmable logic controllers, and HMI panels operating in -40C to +85C environments. The TUSB8041ARGCT's industrial temperature grade and integrated SuperSpeed PHYs deliver 5 Gbps per port, sufficient for multi-camera machine-vision setups where each port streams uncompressed video. Per TI's reference design, the hub's I2C/SMBus slave interface allows the industrial PC's host controller to enumerate and reconfigure downstream ports dynamically, supporting predictive maintenance workflows that re-aim cameras based on production-line feedback.
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USB 3.1 Port Replicators
Universal port replicators expand a single USB-C upstream connection into multiple legacy Type-A ports, plus HDMI/DisplayPort alt-mode video. The TUSB8041ARGCT is the USB-data half of that equation: it presents four downstream Type-A ports with full USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) and USB 2.0 backward compatibility. Per TI's application notes, pairing the hub with a TUSB321RWBR Type-C controller provides cable-orientation detection and USB Power Delivery negotiation, enabling replicators that deliver both data expansion and up to 100W host charging through the same upstream Type-C connector.
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Embedded Systems and Single-Board Computers
Single-board computers (SBCs) such as those used in robotics and edge-AI gateways often expose only one or two USB ports natively. The TUSB8041ARGCT expands that into four ports, supporting simultaneous connection of USB cameras, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth dongles, and storage. Per the TI datasheet, the hub operates from a single 3.3 V rail, simplifying power-tree design on SBCs where rail count is constrained. The exposed thermal pad on the VQFN-64 RGC package allows direct soldering to the ground plane for heatsinking in fanless SBC enclosures used in robotics and IoT gateways.
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Medical Device USB Connectivity
Medical imaging carts, patient monitors, and diagnostic instruments require reliable USB expansion for barcode scanners, RFID readers, and external storage. The TUSB8041ARGCT's industrial -40C to +85C temperature range and integrated SuperSpeed PHYs support USB 3.1 Vision cameras used in endoscopy and ophthalmology. Per TI's datasheet, the I2C/SMBus configuration interface enables custom VID/PID strings for medical OEMs requiring branded device descriptors. Designers should note that IEC 60601-1 medical safety compliance is the integrator's responsibility and typically requires additional isolation (such as ISO7762FDWR) on the USB data lines.
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Automotive Infotainment Hub (Non-Safety)
Rear-seat entertainment, headrest USB charging hubs, and vehicle-side telematics boxes benefit from the TUSB8041ARGCT's 4-port fan-out and -40C to +85C industrial temperature range. Per TI's product family, the TUSB8041ARGCT is industrial-grade, NOT AEC-Q100 qualified; for safety-critical or under-hood USB applications, choose an AEC-Q100 qualified USB hub. In rear-seat entertainment, the hub pairs with USB Type-C controllers to provide media streaming ports for passenger devices, plus charging current up to 1.5 A per port via TI's TPS2052B VBUS switches.
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Données de référence d'ingénierie pour TUSB8041ARGCT — comparaison, recommandations de conception et informations de conformité.
Guide de sélection
Comparaison avec les alternatives
| Paramètre | Ce produit | TUSB8041ARGCR | TUSB8041IRGCT | TUSB8041RGCR | TUSB8041RGCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | VQFN-64 (RGC) 9x9 mm | VQFN-64 (RGC) 9x9 mm - same | VQFN-64 (RGC) 9x9 mm - same | VQFN-64 (RGC) 9x9 mm - same | VQFN-64 (RGC) 9x9 mm - same |
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments - same | Texas Instruments - same | Texas Instruments - same | Texas Instruments - same |
| USB Standard | USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) | USB 3.1 Gen1 (5 Gbps) |
| Silicon Revision | TUSB8041A (with OTP ROM) | TUSB8041A (with OTP ROM) | TUSB8041A industrial grade | Original TUSB8041 (no OTP) | Original TUSB8041 (no OTP) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C (industrial) | -40C to +85C (industrial) | -40C to +85C (industrial, explicit) | -40C to +85C (industrial) | -40C to +85C (industrial) |
| Reel Size | 250 units (T suffix) | 2500 units (R suffix) | 250 units (T suffix) | 2500 units (R suffix) | 250 units (T suffix) |
| External EEPROM Required | No (OTP ROM integrated) | No (OTP ROM integrated) | No (OTP ROM integrated) | Yes (for VID/PID customization) | Yes (for VID/PID customization) |
| Unit Price (qty 1) | $9.78 | ~$9.78 (similar reel price) | ~$10.50 (industrial premium) | ~$8.50 (NRND/EOL risk) | ~$8.50 (NRND/EOL risk) |
| Lifecycle Status | Active | Active | Active | NRND (not recommended for new designs) | NRND (not recommended for new designs) |
Principaux différenciateurs
- A-revision silicon with integrated OTP ROM (vs TUSB8041RGCR (original revision))
- 250-unit reel packaging for prototype runs (vs TUSB8041ARGCR (2500-unit reel))
- Industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade (vs TUSB8041RGCT (older revision))
Notes de conception
Per the TI datasheet, route the four SuperSpeed differential pairs (USB3_TX1P/N through USB3_TX4P/N and the corresponding RX pairs) as 85 ohm differential impedance with intra-pair length matching within 150 mil. Keep the SuperSpeed pairs on the top layer with a continuous ground plane beneath. Avoid routing SuperSpeed signals across plane splits or near noisy rails (DC-DC switchers). Place the upstream port ESD protection array within 5 mm of the USB connector to clamp ESD strikes before they reach the hub PHY.
The TUSB8041ARGCT requires a single 3.3 V external rail; the internal 1.1 V core LDO is generated from this rail. Per TI's reference design, place a 10 uF bulk capacitor plus a 0.1 uF decoupling capacitor within 2 mm of each VDD33 pin (there are multiple VDD33 pins around the perimeter). For VBUS downstream ports, use a TI TPS2052B or similar per-port power switch with 1.5 A current limit, and connect the switch's over-current flag to the corresponding OVC pin on the hub to report fault conditions to the host.
Per the TI E2E forum thread on TUSB8041A migration, pin 49 (TEST) requires a 4.7 kohm pull-down resistor to GND on the TUSB8041A revision. Designs migrating from the original TUSB8041RGCT to the TUSB8041A that omit this resistor may experience link-training failures. Also, ensure the 24 MHz crystal load capacitors match the datasheet's load-capacitance specification; incorrect loading causes frequency drift and USB compliance test failures. Per the Internal Database Data, the OTP ROM replaces an external EEPROM for VID/PID on the A revision - do not connect an EEPROM if using OTP-only mode.
Estimated: The VQFN-64 (RGC) 9x9 mm package with exposed thermal pad has a theta_JA of approximately 28 C/W on a 4-layer JEDEC test board. At full 5 Gbps SuperSpeed operation across all four ports with VDD33 = 3.3 V, typical power dissipation is approximately 0.6 W per the TI datasheet thermal table. This gives a junction temperature rise of approximately 17 C above ambient - well within the 125 C maximum. The exposed pad must be soldered to a 4 square cm copper pour on the top layer plus thermal vias to inner ground planes to maintain the published theta_JA.
Informations de conformité
RoHS compliant and lead-free per TI product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - choose a Q1-suffix part for automotive safety-critical applications. Industrial -40C to +85C temperature grade per TI datasheet.
