Instant search for analogs for transceivers

During the assembly or repair of equipment, at any time it may be necessary to replace a part with a similar, but different brand. This may be due to the lack of the desired manufacturer in the warehouse and the need to complete the project as soon as possible. Automation of data retrieval and analysis saves company time and budget, as well as makes more accurate calculations and comparison of electrical characteristics.

Selection of analogs for transceivers

The main difficulty in the selection of similar parts is that it is necessary to compare many factors. When it comes to transceivers, a specialist must check the following characteristics:

The type of termination can be through a hole or on the surface;

• Number of contacts;

• Shape and size of the body;

• Material of manufacture;

• Functional pinout;

• Supply voltage range;

• Data transfer rate;

• Operating temperature range;

• Full or half duplex mode.

Only by comparing all the above values, you can make a choice. But in the case of transceivers, sometimes it is possible to use parts that are not 100% identical. For example, in almost all devices (but not all switches), you can replace the RS-485 model with RS-422. Both standards use differential signaling. The only difference is that in the first case only one-way bus communication is possible. The second option allows data exchange in both directions. Therefore, it is necessary to additionally take into account the features of a specific project and its needs.

SourcingBot Automates Transceiver Replacement Process

Manual sorting of parts, as well as drawing up tables for comparative analysis, takes an unacceptable amount of time. To find a suitable substitute in a few minutes, use the SourcingBot service. All reliable manufacturers, dealers and quality spare parts are already loaded into the database. You just need to enter the name of the part in the search line, and the system will display a list of analogs with a detailed description of each position. The ranking comes from the maximum coincidence of indicators to the minimum.

You can filter the brands you are looking for. For example, when it comes to transceivers, Texas Instruments, Maxilinear, Maxim Integrated, Analog Devices, and Linear Technology have proven their worth. In this case, you will only see models from these manufacturers. You will also have access to the latest laboratory test results if your project requires deeper analysis of parts. The table will show all sellers, availability and quantity of samples in stock, delivery speed and prices.