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| Manufacturer Product Number | 16278 |
| Manufacturer | SparkFun Electronics |
| NavitasChip Part Number | NAVI-17829769 |
| Description | USB TO SERIAL IC - CH340E (10 PA |
| Spec | 10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) |
| Package | Bulk |
| Datasheet | - |
Product Attributes
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Controllers |
| Manufacturer | SparkFun Electronics |
| Package | Bulk |
| Product Status | Obsolete |
| Protocol | USB |
| Function | Bridge, USB to UART |
| Interface | UART |
| Standards | USB 2.0 |
| Voltage - Supply | 3V ~ 3.6V |
| Current - Supply | 20mA |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C ~ 70°C (TA) |
| Supplier Device Package | 10-MSOP |
| Part Status | Active |
Documents & Media
| Resource Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Product Image | View Large Image |
Environmental & Export Classifications
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| RoHS Status | RoHS Compliant |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
Product Description
The 16278 is an Interface Controller IC manufactured by SparkFun Electronics. USB to Serial Integrated Circuit - Ch340e (10 Power Amplifier, housed in a compact 10-MSOP package, with 3V ~ 3.6V supply voltage.
Don't let end-of-life serial and CAN controller transition without firmware rewrite slow down your production. We maintain ready stock for critical components.
Key Technical Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 3V ~ 3.6V
- Interface: UART
- Operating Temperature: -20°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Package: 10-TFSOP, 10-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Device Package: 10-MSOP
- RoHS Compliant
Applications
Perfect for:
- embedded systems
- PROFINET, EtherCAT and Modbus industrial bus systems
- commercial vehicle telematics aftermarket systems
- industrial machine vision and inspection systems
- solar inverters and renewable energy power conversion
Why Choose NavitasChip for 16278?
NavitasChip offers competitive market pricing for the 16278 and thousands of other electronic components.
- Availability: Ready to Ship
- Packaging: Available in factory Bulk or Custom Quantity. All custom quantities are professionally repackaged with ESD Shielding and Vacuum-Sealed MBB (Moisture Barrier Bags) in strict adherence to MSL standards.
- Fast Shipping: Ships from Shenzhen / Hong Kong / Singapore via DHL/FedEx/UPS
- Quality Assurance: Inbound check with MPN and Date Code review
- Technical Support: Datasheet and compliance documentation available
Global Shipping
Ships from Hong Kong, Singapore, or Shenzhen based on destination requirements.
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