Datasheet
Table Of Contents
- Features
- Applications
- Typical Application
- Description
- Absolute Maximum Ratings
- Pin Configuration
- Order Information
- DC Electrical Characteristics
- Switching Characteristics
- Typical Performance Characteristics
- Pin Functions
- Test Circuits
- Function Tables
- Switching Time Waveforms
- Applications Information
- Package Description
- Revision History
- Typical Application
- Related Parts
LT1785/LT1785A/ 
LT1791/LT1791A
1
Rev. F
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TYPICAL APPLICATION
DESCRIPTION
60V Fault Protected  
RS485/RS422 Transceivers
The LT
®
1785/LT1791 are half-duplex and full-duplex differ-
ential bus transceivers for RS485 and RS422 applications 
which feature on-chip protection from over
voltage faults 
on the data transmission lines. Receiver input and driver 
output pins can withstand voltage faults up to ±60V with 
respect to ground with no damage to the device. Faults 
may occur while the transceiver is active, shut down or 
powered off.
Data rates to 250kbaud on networks of up to 128 nodes 
are supported. Controlled slew rates on the driver out
-
putscontrol EMI emissions and improve data transmis-
sion integrity on improperly terminated lines. Drivers are 
specified to operate with inexpensive 
cables as low as 
72Ω characteristic impedance.
The LT1785A/LT1791A devices have “fail-safe” receiver 
inputs to guarantee a receiver output high for shorted, open 
or inactive data lines. On-chip ESD protection eliminates 
need for external protection devices. 
The LT1785/LT1785A are available in 8-lead DIP and SO 
packages and the LT1791/LT1791A in 14-lead DIP and 
SO packages.
Normal Operation Waveforms at 250kBaud
FEATURES
APPLICATIONS
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  Protected from Overvoltage Line Faults to ±60V
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  Pin Compatible with LTC485 and LTC491
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  High Input Impedance Supports Up to 128 Nodes
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  No Damage or Latchup to ESD 
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  IEC-1000-4-2 Level 4: ±15kV Air Discharge 
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  IEC-1000-4-2 Level 2: ±4kV Contact Discharge
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  Controlled Slew Rates for EMI Emissions Control
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  Guaranteed High Receiver Output State for Floating, 
Shorted or Inactive Inputs (LT1785A/LT1791A)
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  Outputs Assume a High Impedance When Off or 
Powered Down
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  Drives Low Cost, Low Impedance Cables
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  Short-Circuit Protection on All Outputs
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  Thermal Shutdown Protection
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  Guaranteed Operation to 125°C
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  AEC-Q100 Qualified for Automotive Applications 
(LT1785#W)
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  Industrial Control Data Networks
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  CAN Bus Applications
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  HVAC Controls
GND1
GND2
R
TERM
178591 TA01
RO1
RE1
DE1
DI1
LT1785
RO2
RE2
DE2
DI2
LT1785
V
CC1
V
CC2
R
TERM
TX
TX
RX
RX
RO
178591 TA02
DI
Y-Z
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