NXP adds to FlexRay transceiver family

NXP has added three new devices to its family of FlexRay transceivers.

The TJA1083 is a FlexRay clamp 15 node transceiver available in a TSSOP14 package, while the TJA1085 and TJA1086 are both FlexRay active star couplers. The TJA1085 offers four branches, while the TJA1086 comes with two – both in a leadless HVQFN44 package with wettable flanks. All three transceivers are designed to deliver a significant improvement in EMC performance, providing 48V board net support and gap free specification. "With the launch of the TJA1083, TJA1085 and TJA1086, we now offer the most complete FlexRay portfolio in the industry," said Rob Hoeben, director of marketing and business development for NXP's automotive division. "NXP is committed to helping our customers bring fast, reliable and cost efficient applications to the cars of the future."