Interface - Serializers, Deserializers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MAX9248ECM/V+ Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER LVDS 48-LQFP	1304500
MAX96709GTG+T Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER 1.5GBPS 24TQFN	0
MAX9259GCB/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER GMSL 64TQFP	0
MAX9259GCB/V+TGB Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER GMSL 64TQFP	0
MAX96706GTJ/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER GMSL 1.5GBPS	2150
MAX9281GTM/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER 3.12GBPS 48TQFN	0
MAX9282AGTM/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER GMSL 48TQFN	0
MAX9277GTM/VY+ Maxim Integrated	SERIALIZER WITH PARALLEL COMS IN	0
MAX96705GTJ+ Maxim Integrated	1.5GBPS PARALLEL GMSL SERIALIZER	621
MAX9208EAI+ Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER LVDS 28-SSOP	109
MAX96715GTG/V+T Maxim Integrated	1.5 GBPS GMSL COMPACT SERIALIZER	0
MAX9257AGTL/V+ Maxim Integrated	IC SERDE PROG UART/I2C 40TQFN	1413540
MAX9240AGTM/V+T Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER 28BIT GMSL QFN	0
MAX9291BGTN/V+T Maxim Integrated	GMSL SERIALIZER FOR COAX & STP C	0
MAX9248GCM+ Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER LVDS 48-LQFP	1000
MAX9275GTN/V+ Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER GMSL 3.12GBPS 56TQ	536
MAX9276AGTN/V+ Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER GMSL 56TQFN	0
MAX96711GTJ+T Maxim Integrated	IC SERIALIZER 1.5GBPS 32TQFN	2500
MAX96706GTJ/VY+T Maxim Integrated	1.5GBPS GMSL DESERIALIZER WITH P	0
MAX9276AGTN+ Maxim Integrated	IC DESERIALIZER GMSL 56QFND	1421

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