SN75176BP Differential Bus Transceiver 5V 60mA IC DIP-8
The SN75176BP is a high-performance differential bus transceiver designed for reliable serial communication over long twisted-pair cables in noisy industrial environments. It integrates both a line driver and a line receiver in a single 8-pin package, allowing full bidirectional data communication using RS-485 and RS-422 standards.
This device supports multipoint communication where multiple devices can share the same communication bus, making it ideal for distributed control systems. It features tri-state outputs, independent driver and receiver enable pins, and built-in protection against thermal overload and line faults. With its wide common-mode voltage tolerance and high noise immunity, the SN75176BP ensures stable data transmission even in electrically harsh environments.
Features:
- Bidirectional differential transceiver.
- Supports RS-485 and RS-422 communication standards.
- High noise immunity for industrial environments.
- Tri-state driver and receiver outputs.
- Independent driver and receiver enable control.
- Built-in thermal shutdown protection.
- Line fault current limiting.
- Designed for multipoint bus communication.
- Single-supply operation.
Specifications:
| Attribute | Value |
| Supply Voltage (Vcc): | 5V |
| Operating Temperature Range: | 0°C to 70°C |
| Driver Output Current: | -60mA |
| Receiver Input Sensitivity: | -400mV |
| Receiver Input Hysteresis: | 50mV |
| Receiver Input Resistance (min): | 12kΩ |
| Common-Mode Input Voltage Range: | -7V to +12V |
| Driver Output Voltage Differential: | ±1.5V (min) into 54Ω load |
| Input Voltage Thresholds (VIH): | 2V (high-level input) |
| Input Voltage Thresholds (VIL): | 0.8V (low-level input) |
| Thermal Shutdown: | Yes |
| Driver Current Limiting: | Yes |
| Package Type: | DIP-8 |



