1.8V 10Gbps USB Type-C & DisplayPort Linear ReDrivers from Diodes Incorporated Deliver Enhanced Signal Integrity Performance and Low-Power Operation

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Diodes Incorporated (Nasdaq: DIOD) has launched three new 1.8V linear ReDriver ICs: PI2DPX1066, PI2DPX1217, and PI2DPX1263, aimed at applications like PCs, smartphones, and gaming consoles. These devices support USB Type-C and DisplayPort™ 2.0 with data rates up to 10Gbps and various operational modes. They utilize I2C interfaces for configuration, providing flexibility in equalizer and gain settings. The ICs are compact (32-pin TQFN package) and priced at $1.45 in bulk. Their robust performance is designed to meet the growing demands in consumer electronics and computing industries.

Positive

• Introduction of three new power-efficient 1.8V ReDriver ICs expands product portfolio.
• Support for USB Type-C and DisplayPort™ 2.0 addresses market demand.
• Devices offer up to 10Gbps data rates with flexible configuration options.
• Compact design (32-pin TQFN package) enhances application versatility.

Negative

• None.

Diodes Incorporated (Nasdaq: DIOD) has strengthened its position in the linear ReDriver™ IC market with the introduction of the 1.8V PI2DPX1066, PI2DPX1217, and PI2DPX1263. Suited for a range of applications including notebook and desktop PCs, smartphones, tablets, docking stations, gaming consoles, monitors, and virtual reality equipment, these parts use a lower level supply voltage and draw less power than competing products. They address the growing need within the consumer electronics, computing, and communications sectors for USB Type-C^® and DisplayPort™ 2.0 (DP2.0) ReDrivers.

The PI2DPX1066 and PI2DPX1217 are power-efficient, 1.8V-rated 4-to-4 channel configuration ReDrivers for USB Type-C implementation and can support data rates of 10Gbps per channel. Both devices feature 4 different modes – namely, SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps, SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps/2-lane DP1.4/DP2.0 (UHBR10), and 4-lane DP1.4/DP2.0 (UHBR10).

Configuration of the new USB Type-C ReDrivers is done via their respective I2C interfaces. This results in the option to choose between 16 different equalizer settings and 4 different flat gain settings. These protocol-agnostic devices are transparent to channel link training and exhibit latencies below 300ps, and achieve industry-leading signal integrity parameters within the domain of linear ReDrivers. The PI2DPX1066 powers up in a high-impedance safe state for notebook PC applications, while the PI2DPX1217 reverts to a default USB bypass state when powering up, as needed in smartphone applications.

Also featuring a 1.8V voltage rating, the PI2DPX1263 is a 4-channel linear ReDriver for use in DP2.0 and DP1.4 based systems. Like the PI2DPX1066 and PI2DPX1217, it has a 10Gbps maximum data rate. DisplayPort transmission modes supported include UHBR10 (DP2.0 10Gbps), HBR3 (DP1.4 8.1Gbps), HBR2 (DP1.2 5.4Gbps), HBR (DP1.1 2.7Gbps), and RBR (DP1.0 1.62Gbps). The I2C interface enables equalizer and flat gain adjustment, so that channel loss may be compensated for and ISI jitter eliminated, maintaining the highest levels of signal integrity.

The ReDrivers from Diodes Incorporated offer engineers a compelling mix of lower power operation, more compact size (without a heavy pin count), and considerable application flexibility (thanks to their signal integrity adjustment capabilities). All three ICs support an industrial temperature range covering -40°C to +85°C. They all support power saving operation when idle, unplugged, or disabled states apply.

The PI2DPX1066, PI2DPX1217 and PI2DPX1263 are offered in a low-profile 32-pin TQFN package with 2.85mm x 4.5mm x 0.35mm dimensions. They have a unit cost of $1.45 in 5000 piece quantities.

DisplayPort™ and the DisplayPort™ logo are trademarks owned by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA®) in the United States and other countries.

ReDriver™ is a trademark of Diodes Incorporated.

USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.

Diodes Incorporated (Nasdaq: DIOD), a Standard and Poor’s SmallCap 600 and Russell 3000 Index company, delivers high-quality semiconductor products to the world’s leading companies in the consumer electronics, computing, communications, industrial, and automotive markets. We leverage our expanded product portfolio of discrete, analog, and mixed-signal products and leading-edge packaging technology to meet customers’ needs. Our broad range of application-specific solutions and solutions-focused sales, coupled with worldwide operations of 31 sites, including engineering, testing, manufacturing, and customer service, enables us to be a premier provider for high-volume, high-growth markets. For more information visit www.Diodes.com.

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FAQ

What are the new products launched by Diodes Incorporated?

Diodes Incorporated launched three new linear ReDriver ICs: PI2DPX1066, PI2DPX1217, and PI2DPX1263.

What is the main application of the new PI2DPX1066, PI2DPX1217, and PI2DPX1263 ICs?

These ICs are designed for use in consumer electronics such as PCs, smartphones, gaming consoles, and monitors.

What is the data rate supported by the new ReDriver ICs from Diodes?

The new ReDriver ICs support data rates of up to 10Gbps per channel.

What is the price of the new ReDriver ICs offered by Diodes Incorporated?

The new ReDriver ICs are priced at $1.45 in quantities of 5000 pieces.

What are the configuration options for the newly launched ReDriver ICs?

The ReDriver ICs can be configured using I2C interfaces, allowing for 16 equalizer settings and 4 flat gain settings.