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PCA9554APW - 8-Bit I2C GPIO Expander | NXP

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2.3 V to 5.5 V Vdss TSSOP-16 Package 400 kHz Speed
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PCA9554APW Genel Bakış

NXP Semiconductors PCA9554APW is an 8-bit I2C-bus and SMBus parallel I/O expander with an active-low interrupt output, configurable input or output ports, and a 16-pin TSSOP package. It supports an operating supply range of 2.3 V to 5.5 V, communicates at up to 400 kHz, and provides eight general-purpose I/O pins for extending a host microcontroller or processor across control, monitoring, and industrial interface systems.

An I/O expander is a semiconductor interface device that translates serial I2C commands into parallel digital signals. In the product hierarchy, the PCA9554APW belongs to the I2C I/O expander class, within interface ICs and broader semiconductor control systems. Its purpose is to reduce the number of GPIO pins required by the host while preserving individually configurable input, output, and polarity behavior across an eight-bit port.

Key features include eight individually selectable I/O directions, an input register, an output register, and a polarity-inversion register. The active-low, open-drain interrupt output provides an efficient way to signal the host when a monitored input changes state. Three address pins permit multiple devices to coexist on one I2C bus, while the fixed address of the PCA9554A differs from that of the PCA9554, allowing both device types to share the same bus without address conflicts.

The PCA9554APW uses serial command and data transfers over SDA and SCL, while the eight parallel lines operate independently as inputs or outputs. The operating supply range of 2.3 V to 5.5 V makes the device suitable for systems using 2.5 V, 3.3 V, or 5 V logic. At the specified 400 kHz maximum bus rate, software transactions and interrupt handling should be verified against the host timing requirements and bus capacitance of the completed design.

Typical uses include industrial control panels, sensor aggregation, LED and relay interfaces, keyboard scanners, programmable input/output modules, and compact embedded systems where the host lacks sufficient GPIO pins. The interrupt line is particularly useful when several expander inputs must be monitored without continuous register polling, although the host must still handle the I2C transaction that reads the relevant input state.

Design the power path with local supply decoupling close to VDD and ground, and route SDA and SCL as short, clean bus traces. Account for address selection, pull-up resistor selection, open-drain interrupt handling, and the electrical levels of every connected peripheral. Verify that all external signals remain within the device's supply and input limits, and confirm the final pin mapping against the manufacturer pin-description table before fabrication.

This product page combines the NXP manufacturer specifications, interface architecture, application guidance, and structured comparison with verified same-footprint alternatives. It also highlights the differences among I2C address options, supply ranges, interrupt behavior, and package variants so engineers can identify a replacement without changing the PCB footprint.

Drop-in alternatifler için PCA9554APW — aynı paket, pin-başına uyumlu. PCB yeniden montajı gerektiren farklı paket bileşenleri dışlanmıştır.

Bu Serideki Variantlar

Yedek parça uyumlu olan aynı serideki modeller PCA9554APW (aynı form faktörü ve ayağa oturma) — farklı olan Package.

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Package: 16-pin TSSOP
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PCA9554BPW

✅ Yerleştirme
📦 TSSOP-16
Documented pin-to-pin replacement for non-A PCA9554; fixed address differs from PCA9554APW, while 8-bit I2C/SMBus operation remains compatible

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PCA9554CPW

✅ Yerleştirme
📦 TSSOP-16
Documented replacement for PCA9554A with the same 16-pin class; device-specific addressing and register behavior must be checked before firmware reuse

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PCA9554PW

✅ Yerleştirme
NXP Semiconductors
📦 TSSOP-16
8-bit I2C/SMBus I/O expander with interrupt · 8 bits · 2.3 V to 5.5 V · 400 kHz · 100 kHz and 400 kHz · I2C-bus/SMBus · Yes · Input/output and polarity configuration registers

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PCA9554APWR

✅ Yerleştirme
📦 TSSOP-16
Same 8-bit parallel I/O concept and TSSOP-16 footprint; documented address-compatible family alternative, with firmware and timing review required

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TCA9554APWR

✅ Yerleştirme
📦 TSSOP-16
Pin-to-pin PCA9554A replacement with 1.65 V to 5.5 V operation; minimum input voltage is 0.65 V lower than PCA9554APW

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PCA9554APW Özellikler

Device Type 8-bit I2C-bus/SMBus parallel I/O expander
Number of I/O Pins 8 pins
I2C Bus Speed 400 kHz
İşletim Besleme Gerilimi 2.3 V to 5.5 V
Interrupt Output Active-low, open-drain
Configuration Register 8-bit input/output selection register
Input Register 8-bit input register
Output Register 8-bit output register
Polarity Inversion Register 8-bit active-high or active-low polarity selection register
Address Configuration 3 address pins
Fixed I2C Address Different from PCA9554
Paket TSSOP-16
İşletim Sıcaklığı -40 C to +85 C
Montaj Türü Surface mount
Bus Interface I2C and SMBus
I/O Configuration Each pin individually selectable as input or output

PCA9554APW Pin Yapısı

TSSOP-16 Package Pinout Diagram TSSOP-16 4.4x5mm, P0.65mm, JEDEC MO-153. 1 16 2 15 3 14 4 13 5 12 6 11 7 10 8 9 TSSOP-16
Pin 1 A0 — Address input A0
Pin 2 A1 — Address input A1
Pin 3 A2 — Address input A2
Pin 4 VDD — Positive supply voltage
Pin 5 SCL — Serial clock input
Pin 6 SDA — Serial bidirectional data line
Pin 7 INT — Active-low open-drain interrupt output
Pin 8 GND — Ground connection
Pin 9 P0 — General-purpose I/O port 0
Pin 10 P1 — General-purpose I/O port 1
Pin 11 P2 — General-purpose I/O port 2
Pin 12 P3 — General-purpose I/O port 3
Pin 13 P4 — General-purpose I/O port 4
Pin 14 P5 — General-purpose I/O port 5
Pin 15 P6 — General-purpose I/O port 6
Pin 16 P7 — General-purpose I/O port 7

Tipik Uygulamalar

PCA9554APW için uygundur 6 uygulamas: Industrial Control Panel I/O, Sensor Aggregation Module, LED and Relay Control Interface, Keyboard and Matrix Scanner, Programmable Digital Interface Module, Embedded Automotive Control Interface.

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Industrial Control Panel I/O

The PCA9554APW fits industrial control panels where a host controller needs more digital connections than its package provides. Its eight I/O lines can operate as individually configured inputs for switches and status signals or as outputs for indicator and command circuits. The 2.3 V to 5.5 V range supports common industrial logic levels, while the active-low open-drain interrupt reduces polling when panel events require immediate attention. Address pins permit expansion with additional compatible devices. Designers should confirm logic-level compatibility, provide local decoupling, select appropriate SDA and SCL pull-ups, and isolate external field wiring where required.

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Sensor Aggregation Module

PCA9554APW is useful in sensor aggregation modules that collect several digital sensor alarms or threshold flags alongside an analog or communication controller. Each of the eight ports can be configured for input operation, and the input and polarity registers let firmware interpret active-high or active-low sensor outputs. The interrupt line can notify the host of a changed input while the 400 kHz I2C interface remains available for register access. For dependable operation, check every sensor's output voltage against the 2.3 V to 5.5 V device range, account for bus pull-up values, and place the device close enough to reduce susceptibility to noise.

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LED and Relay Control Interface

The PCA9554APW can serve as the low-voltage control plane for LED indicators, relay drivers, and latching control logic in compact embedded equipment. Its eight configurable outputs reduce the number of host GPIO pins, and the polarity-inversion register simplifies handling of active-low driver circuits. The I2C bus operates up to 400 kHz, allowing the host to update several outputs efficiently. External transistors or driver ICs remain necessary when a load exceeds the device's output capability. Engineering review should address relay-coil transients, LED current limiting, output-driver topology, supply decoupling, and the open-drain interrupt's pull-up requirement.

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Keyboard and Matrix Scanner

PCA9554APW can expand a host controller's available lines for keyboard, switch-matrix, and front-panel scanning. Eight inputs or outputs support matrix rows and columns, while configuration and polarity registers simplify firmware setup for active-low keypads. The interrupt output can signal a detected matrix change before the host performs a complete scan. The I2C transaction remains short because the device operates as an 8-bit parallel port on the other side of the bus. Layout considerations include keeping SDA and SCL away from switch-node edges, ensuring pull-up values suit the bus voltage and capacitance, and confirming that the selected logic levels meet the device's input and output limits.

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Programmable Digital Interface Module

PCA9554APW is appropriate for configurable digital I/O modules used in test fixtures, educational equipment, and compact automation controllers. Eight software-controlled ports allow the same hardware design to support input monitoring or output control. The three address pins enable expansion when the host bus requires several identical modules, and the PCA9554A address differs from the non-A PCA9554 to permit mixed deployments. Firmware must initialize direction, output, and polarity registers according to the intended startup state. Engineers should validate connector protection, logic translation, cable-length effects, bus pull-ups, and reset behavior before deploying the module outside a controlled bench environment.

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Embedded Automotive Control Interface

PCA9554APW can support low-voltage embedded control interfaces that require additional digital lines beyond the host microcontroller. Its eight configurable ports, 2.3 V to 5.5 V range, and -40 C to +85 C operating range are useful for temperature-controlled or industrialized electronics. Automotive qualification status should be confirmed separately for the exact ordered variant and supplier documentation. The interrupt function can reduce host polling for switch or status events. In implementation, review the host's 3.3 V or 5 V levels, transient environment, connector protection, grounding, decoupling, and all safety requirements; the I/O expander does not replace external protection for exposed wiring.

What is the PCA9554APW used for?
The PCA9554APW is an 8-bit I2C-bus and SMBus parallel I/O expander used to add eight configurable digital lines to a host processor without consuming eight dedicated GPIO pins. According to the NXP manufacturer datasheet, its registers support independent input or output selection, input-state reading, output control, and polarity inversion. It is especially useful for control-panel inputs, relay or LED outputs, and systems where an interrupt must report a change on a monitored port.
What is the operating voltage of PCA9554APW?
The PCA9554APW operates from 2.3 V to 5.5 V, supporting common 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V system levels. According to the NXP manufacturer product information, the device is an 8-bit I2C/SMBus I/O expander with an interrupt output and an address that differs from PCA9554. Confirm the logic levels of attached peripherals and ensure pull-up resistors on SDA and SCL match the bus voltage.
Where can I download the PCA9554APW datasheet PDF?
The PCA9554APW datasheet is available through the NXP product page at https://www.nxp.com/part/PCA9554APW. The manufacturer page provides the official data sheet and product information. Use that document for the definitive register map, electrical characteristics, address information, timing limits, and the 16-pin pin-description table before finalizing the PCB layout.
Where can I find the PCA9554APW pinout?
The PCA9554APW pinout is defined in the NXP manufacturer datasheet and uses a 16-pin TSSOP layout. The eight port pins are P0 through P7, while the remaining connections provide the address inputs, supply, ground, serial clock, serial data, and interrupt. Assign PCB tracks and test points by following the numbered pin-description table and the package drawing rather than relying on functional grouping alone.
Is PCA9554APW pin compatible with TCA9554APWR?
Yes, PCA9554APW is pin compatible with the TCA9554APWR in the same 16-pin TSSOP class, but firmware and electrical details should be reviewed before substitution. According to the TI interface documentation cited in the cross-reference results, TCA9554A is a pin-to-pin replacement for PCA9554A. The TCA9554APWR also supports 1.65 V to 5.5 V operation, so a board using only 2.3 V minimum should not be assumed compatible without verification.
What is the best drop-in replacement for PCA9554APW?
The PCA9554BPW is the closest documented drop-in choice because the NXP datasheet states that PCA9554B is a pin-to-pin replacement for PCA9554, while preserving the TSSOP footprint and bus interface. Firmware should still be reviewed because addressing and device behavior may differ. The PCA9554CPW replaces PCA9554A, and the TCA9554APWR is a cross-brand option with a lower minimum operating voltage.
What is the best Texas Instruments equivalent for PCA9554APW?
The TCA9554APWR is the best documented Texas Instruments equivalent for a TSSOP-16 PCA9554APW substitution. The TI interface documentation identifies TCA9554A as a pin-to-pin replacement for PCA9554A. Its stated 1.65 V to 5.5 V supply range and eight-port configuration make it suitable for a compatible redesign, although bus timing, reset behavior, and firmware should be compared against the original implementation.
PCA9554APW vs PCA9554PW - which should I choose?
Choose PCA9554APW when the design may share an I2C bus with a non-A PCA9554, because the fixed I2C address differs between the A and non-A versions. Choose PCA9554PW when only the non-A address is needed. According to the TI product documentation, the two device types are otherwise identical and can coexist, with up to eight devices of each type on one bus.
When should I choose PCA9554APW over PCA9554BPW?
Choose PCA9554APW when software or board compatibility specifically depends on the PCA9554A address position or its established register behavior. Choose PCA9554BPW when an NXP-documented pin-to-pin replacement for the non-A PCA9554 is more appropriate. The NXP cross-reference documentation identifies PCA9554B as the PCA9554 replacement and PCA9554C as the PCA9554A replacement, making address placement a decisive selection criterion.
Is PCA9554APW suitable for industrial control and sensor interfaces?
Yes, PCA9554APW is suitable for industrial control and sensor-interface designs that use compatible 2.3 V to 5.5 V logic. Its eight independently configurable lines can read sensors or switches and drive control outputs through an I2C bus. The operating range of -40 C to +85 C supports extended-temperature equipment, but external interface levels, isolation, surge requirements, and regulatory suitability must be evaluated separately.
How does the PCA9554APW interrupt output work?
The PCA9554APW provides an active-low, open-drain interrupt output that can alert the host when a change occurs on an input configured to generate an interrupt. According to the NXP manufacturer datasheet, the device stores port input, output, configuration, and polarity information in separate registers. Because the interrupt line is open-drain, the system must provide the required pull-up and account for multiple devices sharing the interrupt node.
Can PCA9554APW control relays and LEDs?
Yes, PCA9554APW can control LEDs, relay drivers, and other digital loads when their electrical requirements are met. The eight outputs can be configured and polarity-adjusted through the device registers. The I2C interface supports bus operation up to 400 kHz, but relay coils and high-current loads may need external drivers, flyback protection, local decoupling, and suitable transistor current ratings.
What are the key specifications of PCA9554APW that engineers should know?
The principal PCA9554APW specifications are eight configurable parallel I/O lines, a 2.3 V to 5.5 V operating supply, I2C/SMBus communication up to 400 kHz, an active-low open-drain interrupt, and a 16-pin TSSOP package. The device also includes configuration, input, output, and polarity-inversion registers. According to NXP, its fixed address differs from PCA9554, allowing both device types to coexist on one bus.
How many PCA9554A devices can share one I2C bus?
Up to eight PCA9554A devices can share one I2C bus because three address pins provide eight address combinations. According to the TI manufacturer documentation, the PCA9554A and PCA9554 have different fixed addresses, allowing eight of each device type, for as many as 16 devices in the supported address arrangement. Bus capacitance and pull-up sizing must still be checked at the maximum bus length and speed.
Where can I buy PCA9554APW and what is its lead time?
Use the Request a Quote form on this page to ask for PCA9554APW availability, current lead time, and the required 16-pin TSSOP packaging. The live manufacturer page identifies the part as active, but current stock, minimum order quantity, and production lead time should be confirmed for the exact NXP suffix and delivery quantity before a purchase commitment is made.
Is PCA9554APW RoHS and REACH compliant?
RoHS and REACH status should be confirmed from the current NXP product documentation or supplier declaration before using the PCA9554APW in a regulated product. The technical information associated with this page does not provide explicit compliance statements, so neither status should be assumed. Request the applicable material compliance declaration for the exact manufacturer part number and packaging configuration.

Mühendislik referans verileri: PCA9554APW — karşılaştırma, tasarım rehberi ve uyumluluk bilgileri.

Seçim Kılavuzu

Choose PCA9554APW when the design requires an 8-bit I2C/SMBus I/O port, an active-low interrupt, and an address that can coexist with non-A PCA9554 devices. It is appropriate for 2.3 V through 5.5 V systems and supports individual input, output, and polarity configuration. Select PCA9554BPW when replacing the non-A PCA9554, because NXP documents it as the pin-to-pin PCA9554 replacement. Select PCA9554CPW when NXP's documented PCA9554A replacement path is preferred. TCA9554APWR is useful when a Texas Instruments source is desired or operation below 2.3 V is needed, but register behavior and timing must be reviewed. PCA9554PW is suitable only when the non-A fixed address is acceptable. In every case, verify the exact orderable suffix, package drawing, bus timing, electrical limits, address map, and firmware before releasing a PCB.

Alternatiflerle Karşılaştırma

Parametre Bu Ürün PCA9554BPW PCA9554CPW PCA9554PW PCA9554APWR TCA9554APWR
Package TSSOP-16 TSSOP-16 TSSOP-16 TSSOP-16 TSSOP-16 TSSOP-16
Brand NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors NXP Semiconductors Texas Instruments Texas Instruments
I/O Count 8 bits 8 bits 8 bits 8 bits 8 bits 8 bits
Bus Interface I2C and SMBus I2C and SMBus I2C and SMBus I2C and SMBus I2C and SMBus I2C and SMBus
Fixed Address Relationship PCA9554A address differs from PCA9554 PCA9554B address differs from PCA9554 PCA9554C replaces PCA9554A PCA9554 address differs from PCA9554A PCA9554A address PCA9554A-compatible address
Configuration Registers Configuration, input, output, and polarity inversion Configuration, input, output, and polarity inversion Configuration, input, output, and polarity inversion Configuration, input, output, and polarity inversion Configuration, input, output, and polarity inversion Configuration, input, output, and polarity inversion

Ana Farklılayıcılar

  • Shares an I2C bus with non-A PCA9554 devices (karşılaştırma:PCA9554PW)
  • Documented direct NXP family migration path (karşılaştırma:PCA9554CPW)
  • Lower-voltage Texas Instruments alternative available (karşılaştırma:TCA9554APWR)

Tasarım Notları

Place the PCA9554APW close to the I2C controller and the devices using the expanded port. Keep SDA and SCL traces short, route them away from switch-node and relay-coil edges, and provide the required bus pull-ups. The address inputs should have deliberate connection and routing so each device has a defined address in the completed system.

Add local supply decoupling at VDD and connect the ground return directly to the device ground. Verify that external pull-ups and attached peripherals do not inject current beyond the device's supply limits. If the interrupt line is shared, size its pull-up for the aggregate sink current and account for all connected nodes rather than treating it as an isolated signal.

Do not assume that the PCA9554A and non-A PCA9554 share an I2C address. Firmware must also initialize the configuration register, output register, and polarity register in the intended sequence to avoid transient output states. For relay or LED loads, use suitable external drivers and transient protection rather than driving the load directly from the expander.

Use the numbered manufacturer pin table to assign all 16 TSSOP connections and preserve the package orientation mark in the PCB library. The interrupt is open-drain and requires a pull-up, while SDA is a bidirectional open-drain-style bus line. Check connector pin naming, isolation boundaries, and exposed-cable interfaces so ground returns and protection devices are placed close to the entry point.

Uyumluluk Bilgisi

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Unknown
Kadmiyumdan Arınmış
Unknown
Klorofillerden Arınmış
Unknown
Çatışma Minerali
Unknown

Explicit compliance statements for the exact PCA9554APW orderable configuration were not included in the manufacturer product information. Obtain current declarations from NXP before using the part in a regulated design.

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