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NXP Semiconductors announced its next generation of CAN transceivers with the introduction of the dual high-speed (HS) CAN transceiver, TJA1048. Enabling simpler and more efficient in-vehicle networking design, the TJA1048 is a performance and space optimized solution for electronic control units (ECUs) used in safety, comfort and environment-friendly automotive applications that carry more than one HS-CAN communication interface. It is ideal for engine, body control and gateway applications that use multiple HS-CAN networks and require a low-power mode with wake-up capability via bus. The TJA1048 features pin-to-pin compatibility with the single HS-CAN transceiver TJA1042/3 and offers high flexibility in building modular systems with either single or dual HS-CAN node.

Complementing NXP's High Performance Mixed Signal strategy, NXP's TJA1048 caters to the automotive market need for space and cost effective solutions with excellent Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) performance. By combining two independent third-generation HS-CAN transceivers into one package, and by sharing power supply and thermal protection, the TJA1048 supports very low power consumption for better energy efficiency and a more space efficient solution compared with two single transceivers.

Toni Versluijs, general manager CAN-LIN Transceivers, NXP Semiconductors, said: "As vehicle electronics become increasingly complex, the automotive industry faces new challenges in lowering energy consumption while maintaining extremely reliable in-car communications standards. NXP's latest dual high-speed CAN transceiver is the result of our commitment and close collaboration with customers to deliver high-performing, cost efficient, future proof technology for resilient in-vehicle networks."