Product Overview
The ST16C550IQ is the industrial temperature range version of the Exar ST16C550 UART in 48-pin TQFP package. Rated for -40°C to +85°C operation, it offers reliable performance in harsh environments. Full 16C550 compatibility with 16-byte FIFOs and data rates to 1.5Mbps.
Key Specifications
| Type | Single UART (16C550) |
| Channels | 1 |
| FIFO | 16-byte TX/RX |
| Max Data Rate | 1.5 Mbps |
| Voltage | 2.97V ~ 5.5V |
| Package | 48-pin TQFP (IQ) |
| Temp Range | -40°C ~ +85°C (industrial) |
Features
- Industrial temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- 16C550 pin compatible
- 16-byte FIFOs
- 1.5Mbps data rate
- Wide supply voltage range
- Full modem interface
- 48-pin TQFP package
Applications
- Industrial automation
- Outdoor equipment
- Automotive electronics
- Telecom infrastructure
- Network routers
- Industrial control