ENC28J60 Ethernet LAN Network Module

Description

The ENC28J60 is a standalone Ethernet controller chip that provides a complete network interface solution for microcontroller-based systems. It handles all the low-level tasks of Ethernet communication, allowing the microcontroller to focus on the application logic.

Key Features

• Standalone Ethernet controller: Provides a complete Ethernet interface without requiring additional external components
• SPI interface: Communicates with the microcontroller using a simple SPI interface
• Full Ethernet functionality: Supports all standard Ethernet protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, and ARP
• Low power consumption: Offers low power consumption for battery-powered applications
• Small form factor: Compact size for easy integration into various projects

Applications

• Internet of Things (IoT): Connecting IoT devices to the internet for remote monitoring and control
• Embedded systems: Providing network connectivity for embedded systems, such as industrial automation and home automation
• Wireless communication: Used as a bridge between wireless networks and the wired internet
• Data logging: Collecting and transmitting data over the network
• Custom network applications: Developing custom network applications based on the Ethernet protocol

DATA SHEET AND USECASE

Key Specification:

• Integrated MAC and PHY: Simplifies design by reducing the need for external components.
• SPI Interface: Allows easy connection to a wide range of microcontrollers with clock speeds up to 20 MHz.
• 8 Kbytes Buffer RAM: Efficiently manages data packets.
• Full and Half-Duplex Support: Offers flexible networking capabilities.
• Programmable Wake-Up: Supports multiple packet formats, including Magic Packet.
• Two Programmable LED Outputs: Indicate link status, transmit/receive activity, collision detection, and full/half-duplex status.