SP3220EBCA-L Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SP3220EBCA-L is a full-duplex RS232 transceiver manufactured by MaxLinear, Inc., designed for serial communication applications requiring single driver and receiver channels. This component operates across a 3V to 5.5V supply range with a 250kbps data rate and is housed in a 16-SSOP surface mount package.

The SP3220EBCA-L has been discontinued at DiGi Electronics. Identifying functionally equivalent substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity and ensure component availability for production and maintenance applications.

Substiute Parts

SP3220EBCA-L

MaxLinear, Inc.In Stock: 10284SP3220EBCA-L Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ICL3221CAZ

Renesas Electronics CorporationIn Stock: 5177ICL3221CAZ Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the SP3220EBCA-L is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Protocol: RS232 full-duplex transceiver
• Channel Configuration: 1 driver and 1 receiver
• Receiver Hysteresis: 300 mV
• Data Rate: 250kbps minimum
• Supply Voltage Range: 3V ~ 5.5V
• Package Type: 16-SSOP surface mount
• Mounting Compatibility: Surface mount technology

The ICL3221CAZ manufactured by Renesas Electronics Corporation meets all specified electrical and mechanical parameters for direct substitution. This part maintains identical functional specifications while offering active product status and improved component availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The ICL3221CAZ is the primary substitute for the SP3220EBCA-L based on complete parametric equivalence. Selection of this substitute is supported by the following factors:

• Identical electrical specifications across all critical parameters including supply voltage, data rate, receiver hysteresis, and operating temperature range
• Identical mechanical compatibility with 16-SSOP surface mount package
• Active product status ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain continuity
• Enhanced RoHS compliance certification (ROHS3 vs. RoHS Compliant)
• Tube packaging format suitable for automated assembly processes

The ICL3221CAZ provides direct functional replacement without design modification or circuit re-qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the ICL3221CAZ be used as a direct replacement for the SP3220EBCA-L without circuit modifications?

A: Yes. The ICL3221CAZ meets all electrical and mechanical specifications of the SP3220EBCA-L. No circuit modifications are required for substitution.

Q: Are the pin configurations identical between these parts?

A: Both parts use the 16-SSOP package format with identical physical dimensions (0.209" width, 5.30mm). Pin compatibility is maintained for direct board-level substitution.

Q: What is the difference in Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) between these parts?

A: The SP3220EBCA-L has MSL 2 (1 Year storage), while the ICL3221CAZ has MSL 3 (168 Hours storage). This affects component shelf life and handling requirements during storage and assembly.

Q: Does the substitute part meet the same RoHS requirements?

A: The ICL3221CAZ meets ROHS3 compliance, which exceeds the RoHS Compliant status of the SP3220EBCA-L, ensuring compatibility with current environmental regulations.

Q: Are there any supply voltage or operating temperature differences?

A: No. Both parts operate identically across the 3V to 5.5V supply range and 0°C to 70°C operating temperature range.