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TUSB542

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5-Gbps USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C 2:1 mux and redriver

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Type Active mux Function USB 3.0 USB speed (Mbps) 5000 Number of channels 1 Input/output voltage (min) (V) 0 Input/output voltage (max) (V) 2 Configuration 2:1 Mux Features De-emphasis, Output swing, Selectable equalization Rating Catalog Operating temperature range (°C) -40 to 85 Supply current (max) (µA) 130000 Bandwidth (MHz) 5000
Type Active mux Function USB 3.0 USB speed (Mbps) 5000 Number of channels 1 Input/output voltage (min) (V) 0 Input/output voltage (max) (V) 2 Configuration 2:1 Mux Features De-emphasis, Output swing, Selectable equalization Rating Catalog Operating temperature range (°C) -40 to 85 Supply current (max) (µA) 130000 Bandwidth (MHz) 5000
X2QFN (RWQ) 18 4.8 mm² (2.4 mm × 2 mm)
  • Provides USB 3.1 Gen-1 5Gbps Super Speed (SS) 2:1 mux for a USB Type-C™ port
  • Supports USB Type-C cable and connector specifications
  • Ultra low-power architecture:
    • Active 100mA
    • U2/U3 1.3mA
    • No connection 300µA
  • Selectable equalization up to 9dB, de-emphasis, and output swing up to 6dB
  • Integrated termination
  • RX-detect function
  • Signal monitoring for power management
  • No host or device side requirement – supports USB-C DFP, UFP or DRP port
  • Single supply voltage 1.8V ±10%
  • Industrial temperature range of –40 – 85°C
  • Provides USB 3.1 Gen-1 5Gbps Super Speed (SS) 2:1 mux for a USB Type-C™ port
  • Supports USB Type-C cable and connector specifications
  • Ultra low-power architecture:
    • Active 100mA
    • U2/U3 1.3mA
    • No connection 300µA
  • Selectable equalization up to 9dB, de-emphasis, and output swing up to 6dB
  • Integrated termination
  • RX-detect function
  • Signal monitoring for power management
  • No host or device side requirement – supports USB-C DFP, UFP or DRP port
  • Single supply voltage 1.8V ±10%
  • Industrial temperature range of –40 – 85°C

The TUSB542 is a dual channel USB 3.1 Gen1 (5Gbps), also known as USB-C, re-driver supporting systems with USB Type-C connectors. The device offers signal conditioning plus the ability to switch the USB SS signals for the USB Type-C flippable connector. The TUSB542 can be controlled through the SEL pin by an external Configuration Channel Logic Controller to properly mux the signals.

The TUSB542 incorporates receiver equalization and transmitter de-emphasis to maintain signal integrity on both transmit and receive data paths. The receiver equalization offers multiple gain settings to overcome channel degradation from insertion loss and inter-symbol interference. To compensate for downstream transmission line losses, the output driver supports de-emphasis configuration. Additionally, automatic LFPS de-emphasis control allows for full compliance.

The TUSB542 offers low power consumption on a 1.8V supply with its ultra-low power architecture. The re-driver supports low power modes, which further reduce the idle power consumption.

The USB Type-C redriver is available in a small ultra-thin package, which is an excellent choice for many portable applications.

The TUSB542 is a dual channel USB 3.1 Gen1 (5Gbps), also known as USB-C, re-driver supporting systems with USB Type-C connectors. The device offers signal conditioning plus the ability to switch the USB SS signals for the USB Type-C flippable connector. The TUSB542 can be controlled through the SEL pin by an external Configuration Channel Logic Controller to properly mux the signals.

The TUSB542 incorporates receiver equalization and transmitter de-emphasis to maintain signal integrity on both transmit and receive data paths. The receiver equalization offers multiple gain settings to overcome channel degradation from insertion loss and inter-symbol interference. To compensate for downstream transmission line losses, the output driver supports de-emphasis configuration. Additionally, automatic LFPS de-emphasis control allows for full compliance.

The TUSB542 offers low power consumption on a 1.8V supply with its ultra-low power architecture. The re-driver supports low power modes, which further reduce the idle power consumption.

The USB Type-C redriver is available in a small ultra-thin package, which is an excellent choice for many portable applications.

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* Data sheet TUSB542 USB Type-CTM 5Gbps Redriver 2:1 MUX datasheet (Rev. F) PDF | HTML Dec 13, 2023
Application note High-Speed Layout Guidelines for Signal Conditioners and USB Hubs (Rev. A) PDF | HTML Jan 8, 2026
Application note Implementing USB Type-C® Using TI's Portfolio PDF | HTML Sep 16, 2025
Application note Passive Mux Selection Based On Bandwidth (Rev. A) PDF | HTML Jul 31, 2024
White paper A Primer on USB Type-C and Power Delivery Applications and Requirements (Rev. B) PDF | HTML Mar 25, 2022
Technical article 6 key questions when designing for USB protocol interfaces PDF | HTML Jul 31, 2020
Technical article How to select the right USB Type-C™ signal switches PDF | HTML Mar 20, 2018
White paper Strengthening the USB Type-C signal chain through redrivers Aug 21, 2017
Technical article How to deliver clean USB Type-C™ signals PDF | HTML Aug 7, 2017
Technical article How to correct 10Gbps performance issues with a USB Type-C™ active redriver multip PDF | HTML Dec 1, 2016
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White paper Transition existing products from USB 2.0 OTG to USB Type-C Jul 10, 2015
White paper Low-cost implementation of USB Type-C Jul 7, 2015

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Evaluation board

TUSB542EVM — TUSB542 USB Type-C 5Gbps Redriver 2:1 MUX Evaluation Module

The TUSB542EVM is a dual channel USB 3.0 SuperSpeed re-driver supporting systems with Type-C connectors. The device complies with USB 3.1 spec revision 1.0 (Gen I), supporting electrical idle condition and low frequency periodic signals (LFPS) for USB power management modes.
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