The TLE7258LE is a Local Interconnect Network (LIN) transceiver from Infineon Technologies. It serves as the physical layer interface between a LIN master or slave node and the LIN bus, enabling communication in automotive and industrial applications.

Applications

• Automotive Body Electronics: Enables communication between various body control modules, such as door controllers, window lifters, and lighting systems.
• Automotive Sensor Networks: Provides a communication interface for sensors monitoring temperature, pressure, and other parameters.
• Industrial Automation: Used in industrial control systems for communication between sensors, actuators, and controllers.
• Low-Cost Communication Networks: Suitable for applications requiring a simple and cost-effective communication protocol.

Features

• LIN 2.2 and SAE J2602 Compliant: Meets the requirements of the LIN 2.2 and SAE J2602 communication standards.
• Low Power Consumption: Minimizes power consumption in standby mode.
• Integrated Termination Resistor: Simplifies system design by integrating the termination resistor required for LIN communication.
• Overtemperature Protection: Protects the transceiver from damage due to overheating.
• Short Circuit Protection: Protects the transceiver from damage due to short circuits on the LIN bus.

Benefits

• Standardized Communication: Complies with LIN standards, ensuring interoperability with other LIN devices.
• Low Power Consumption: Reduces overall system power consumption, especially important in battery-powered applications.
• Simplified System Design: Integrated features simplify system design and reduce the number of external components.
• Robust Communication: Provides reliable communication even in harsh automotive and industrial environments.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Offers a cost-effective solution for implementing LIN communication.

Additional Details

The TLE7258LE typically operates with a supply voltage of 7V to 18V. It supports a data rate of up to 20 kbps. The transceiver includes various diagnostic features, such as wake-up detection and bus failure detection. Detailed electrical characteristics, application guidelines, and package information are available in the manufacturer's datasheet.