Automotive USB Type-C

Overview

Cypress is now Infineon

Cypress Semiconductor has become part of Infineon Technologies: Its product range is a perfect match. Infineon now offers the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio for linking the real with the digital world – comprising an unparalleled range of hardware, software and security solutions for the connected age.
Strengthening the link between the real and the digital world

Automotive USB Type-C and Power Delivery enabler

As more consumer devices (such as phones, tablets, and laptops) support USB-C and Power Delivery, the need for USB-C and Power Delivery ports in cars is increasing. Consumers expect to be able to fast-charge all their devices (including laptops and tablets) over USB-C, as well as new features such as smart mirroring for rear-seat entertainment.

EZ-PD CCGx Automotive are families of programmable, highly integrated Type-C and PD controllers targeted towards intelligent, in-vehicle charger ports (head units, rear-seat chargers, and rear-seat entertainment). Infineon' Automotive controllers are fully AECQ-100 qualified and enable OEMs to implement smart features including:

  • Dynamic load sharing between ports
  • Support for USB Power Delivery 3.0 including PPS as well as legacy protocols (BC 1.2, QC 2.0/3.0/4.0+, Apple Charging, Samsung AFC)
  • Single-chip solution for systems with Type-C + Type-A (with CCG3PA Automotive)
  • Smart communication to media hubs in head unit
  • Support for Alternate Modes (DisplayPort) for rear-seat entertainment systems
  • Cable compensation to account for designs with pigtails
  • Smart power management, with thermal- and VIN-based power throttling
  • Programmability enabling customization such as port priority, LED controls etc.
  • Flash upgradability to keep up with the latest USB Power Delivery standards. 

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