LIN transceivers

Develop compact, robust designs with our AEC-Q100 qualified, LIN 2.2a, ISO 17987-4, and SAE J2602 compliant LIN transceivers.

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Our LIN transceivers feature both single-channel and multi-channel options, with differentiated features such as wake/inhibit and support for up to 24-V systems and K-line applications. Reduce board space using one of the industry’s smallest packages, SOT, offered along with industry standard SOIC and VSON. Improve bus fault protection and emissions for single-wire communications in low-speed, short distance automotive applications with our products.

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Single-channel

Single channel LIN transceivers with enhanced features such as inhibit and wake, fault protection, dominant state timeout, and K-line support

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Multi-channel

Dual and quad LIN transceivers to reduce board space with industry standard and innovative packages for automotive applications

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24-V capable

High-immunity, low-emissions,  AEC-Q100, LIN transceivers compatible with 24-V systems for low-speed, short-distance automotive applications

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CAN transceivers

High-immunity and low-emissions CAN transceivers with support for CAN FD (flexible data rate) and CAN SIC (Signal Improvement Capable)

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System basis chips (SBCs)

Our SBCs integrate transceivers and power elements in a single device. Enhance system control features with integrated HSS, watchdog, channel expansion for bus protection and diagnostics.

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Featured LIN transceivers

Why choose our LIN transceivers?

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Small size

Reduce board space with the industry's smallest package, SOT, in addition to industry standard SOIC and VSON packages. 

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Exceptional bus-fault protection

Increase design flexibility with pin-to-pin solutions for both 45-V and 60-V bus fault protection, supporting systems running at 12-V, 24-V, and beyond. 

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Low emissions

Design for robustness with superior EMC performance that exceeds original equipment manufacturer (OEM) requirements. 

Technical resources

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Local Interconnect Network (LIN) Overview and Training
Learn about the LIN physical layer and frame structure as well as the key features to consider when choosing a LIN transceiver.
Application note
Application note
LIN Protocol and Physical Layer Requirements (Rev. A)
The LIN network is a multipoint, low-cost and easily-implemented communication bus in automobiles. It works as a sub-bus for CAN in most applications. This application note presents the integral parts of LIN technology.
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Application note
Application note
CAN and LIN transceiver low-power modes
As cars become more intelligent, the amount of power consumed from the battery grows due to the increasing number of electronic circuits implemented. This report presents TI's low power modes work in CAN and LIN applications.
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Discover featured applications

Zone and body domain controller
Develop systems at 12-V, 24-V and beyond with minimized emissions and maximized bus fault protection.
Automotive lighting
Design compact lighting systems with low electromagnetic emissions.
Car access and security systems
Create power efficient car access systems with wake functionality inside industry-leading small packages.

Develop systems at 12-V, 24-V and beyond with minimized emissions and maximized bus fault protection.

Create versatile zone and body domain controller designs with pin-to-pin support for both 12-V and 24-V systems. Our LIN transceivers also feature superior EMC performance, ensuring your system is robust and reliable.

Featured resources

END-EQUIPMENT / SUB-SYSTEM
REFERENCE DESIGNS
PRODUCTS
  • TLIN1021A-Q1 – Automotive Fault-Protected LIN Transceiver with Inhibit and Wake
  • TLIN1022A-Q1 – Automotive dual local interconnect network (LIN) transceiver with dominant state timeout
  • TLIN2024A-Q1 – Automotive quad local interconnect network (LIN) transceiver with dominant state

Design compact lighting systems with low electromagnetic emissions.

As automotive lighting continues to evolve, the need for smaller sizes while still ensuring reliable communication is critical. 

Our LIN transceivers offer strong performance and superior EMC encased in both industry standard and even smaller packages, designed for your compact applications.

Featured resources

END-EQUIPMENT / SUB-SYSTEM
REFERENCE DESIGNS
  • TIDA-020029 – Digital interface LED driving module reference design for automotive rear light
  • TIDA-050040 – Automotive LED headlight driver module for halogen replacement reference design
PRODUCTS
  • TLIN1029A-Q1 – TLIN1029A-Q1 Local Interconnect Network (LIN) Transceiver with Dominant State Timeout
  • TLIN1021A-Q1 – Automotive Fault-Protected LIN Transceiver with Inhibit and Wake
  • TLIN1039-Q1 – Local interconnect network (LIN) transceiver with dominant state timeout

Create power efficient car access systems with wake functionality inside industry-leading small packages.

Minimize power consumption in your car access designs with wake/inhibit enabled devices. Our single-channel transceivers feature compact options for space-constrained applications.

Featured resources

END-EQUIPMENT / SUB-SYSTEM
REFERENCE DESIGNS
  • TIDA-01632 – Automotive Bluetooth® Low Energy car access satellite node reference design
PRODUCTS
  • TLIN1029A-Q1 – TLIN1029A-Q1 Local Interconnect Network (LIN) Transceiver with Dominant State Timeout
  • TLIN1021A-Q1 – Automotive Fault-Protected LIN Transceiver with Inhibit and Wake