Interface - Serializers, Deserializers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MAX3880ECB Analog Devices, Inc.	DESERIALIZER WITH CLOCK RECOVERY	989
MAX96708GTJ+ Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER 1.5GBPS 32TQFN	624410
DS99R102VSX/NOPB	LINE RECEIVER, CMOS, PQFP48	2000
MAX9217ECM/V+ Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER LVDS 48LQFP	0
DS90UB901QSQX/NOPB	DS90UB901Q-Q1 10 - 43MHZ 14 BIT	4924
TLK1521IPAP Texas Instruments	TELECOM CIRCUIT, 1-FUNC, TTL	105307
SN65LVDS93ADGGR Texas Instruments	IC TX LVDS SERDES 56TSSOP	1777
SCAN921023SLC Texas Instruments	INTERFACE CIRCUIT, CMOS, PBGA49	3340
MAX3891ECB+D Analog Devices, Inc.	16:1 SERIALIZER,SDH/SONET	212
MAX9264GCB/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER GMSL HDCP 64TQFP	0
SN65LVDS315RGET Texas Instruments	IC CAMERAL SERIALIZER 24-VQFN	158
DS90UB913ATRTVJQ1 Texas Instruments	IC SER/DES 10-100MHZ FPD 32WQFN	2
THCV217 THine Solutions	IC SERIALIZER DUAL 105TFBGA	0
MAX31953AUM+ Analog Devices, Inc.	OCTAL INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL INPUT S	4296
DS90UB953TRHBRQ1 Texas Instruments	DS90UB953TRHBRQ1	0
SCAN25100TYAX	LINE TRANSCEIVER, PQFP100	3000
DS92LV2421SQE/NOPB Texas Instruments	IC SERIALIZR 10-75MHZ 24B 48WQFN	170
MAX9272GTM+ Analog Devices, Inc.	GMSL DESERIALIZER FOR COAX	3561
MAX9279GTN/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER 3.12GBPS 56TQFN	0
DS32EL0124SQ/NOPB Texas Instruments	DS32EL0124 125 MHZ - 312.5 MHZ F	27279

Interface - Serializers, Deserializers

1. Overview

Serializers/Deserializers (SerDes) are semiconductor devices that convert parallel data streams into serial formats (Serializer) and vice versa (Deserializer). These ICs enable high-speed data transmission in modern electronic systems by reducing physical signal lines while maintaining data integrity. SerDes technology is fundamental to high-bandwidth communication protocols in computing, automotive, and industrial applications.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Point-to-Point SerDes	Dedicated link between two devices, low latency	PCIe interconnects, GPU memory interfaces
Embedded Clock SerDes	Integrated clock recovery, reduced signal lines	DisplayPort, HDMI 2.0+ interfaces
Multi-Channel SerDes	Parallel channel bonding for higher throughput	100G Ethernet optical modules
LVDS SerDes	Low-voltage differential signaling, noise immunity	Industrial sensor interfaces

3. Structure & Composition

Typical SerDes architecture consists of:

Parallel data bus interface (4/8/16-bit width)
Phase-locked loop (PLL) for clock generation
Serializer/deserializer core with encoding/decoding logic
Differential signal drivers/receivers (CML/LVDS standards)
Common packages: QFN, BGA, TSSOP (14-256 pins)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Data Rate	100 Mbps to 112 Gbps per lane	Determines system bandwidth capacity
Bit Error Rate (BER)	Typical 10^-12 to 10^-15	Measures data transmission reliability
Power Consumption	50mW-500mW per channel	Impacts thermal design and efficiency
Jitter Performance	RMS jitter <0.5ps	Affects signal integrity at high speeds
Protocol Support	Standards: PCIe 5.0, DisplayPort 1.4a, etc.	Determines system compatibility

5. Application Areas

Telecommunications: 5G base stations, optical transceivers (QSFP28)
Automotive: Autonomous driving systems (GMSL SerDes for camera interfaces)
Industrial: Machine vision systems, industrial Ethernet (PROFINET)
Consumer Electronics: AR/VR headsets with embedded display interfaces

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Texas Instruments	DS90UB953-Q1	24-bit color FPD-Link III, 600MHz clock rate
Analog Devices	ADV7511	HDMI 1.4 transmitter with 3D video support
NXP Semiconductors	S32K144	Automotive general-purpose SerDes interface
STMicroelectronics	VL53L1X	ToF sensor with I2C interface SerDes

7. Selection Guidelines

Key selection criteria:

Match protocol requirements (e.g., GMSL vs. FPD-Link)
Calculate required bandwidth: Data Rate = (Resolution Color Depth Frame Rate)/Efficiency Factor
Verify voltage compatibility (1.2V-3.3V I/O standards)
Assess EMI/ESD protection requirements
Consider package thermal performance
Real-world example: Selecting MAX9271 for automotive camera systems requires checking 100m cable reach support and ASIL safety compliance.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging development directions:

112Gbps+ per lane speeds for 800G Ethernet (IEEE 802.3df standard)
Integration with AI accelerators (CXL protocol support)
Advanced equalization techniques (DFE with 7-tap support)
Automotive functional safety (ISO 26262 ASIL-D compliance)
3D-stacked SerDes for reduced form factor