Description
The ENC28J60/SS is a standalone 10Base-T Ethernet controller with an integrated MAC and PHY. It is designed to provide an easy and cost-effective way to add Ethernet connectivity to microcontrollers that do not have built-in networking capabilities. By utilizing the standard SPI interface, this controller allows for simple, high-speed data communication between your project and a local network or the internet.
Operating at 3.3V, the ENC28J60 integrates a full-featured MAC (Media Access Control) and a physical layer (PHY) transceiver. It supports both half-duplex and full-duplex modes and includes advanced features such as hardware-assisted checksum calculation and packet filtering, which help reduce the processing load on the host microcontroller. This makes it an excellent choice for IoT applications, remote data logging, and web-based control systems.
Housed in a compact SSOP-28 SMD package, this Ethernet controller is ideal for modern, space-constrained PCB designs. Whether you are building an IoT gateway, a smart home sensor node, or an industrial monitoring system, the ENC28J60/SS provides the reliable network connectivity needed for professional-grade embedded systems.
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Features
- IEEE 802.3 compatible 10Base-T Ethernet controller
- Fully integrated MAC and PHY layers
- Standard SPI interface (up to 10 MHz)
- Supports half-duplex and full-duplex operation
- Hardware-assisted checksum calculation for efficient packet handling
- Programmable packet filtering and pattern matching
- Integrated 8 KB receive/transmit buffer memory
- Operating voltage: 3.1V to 3.6V
- Compact 28-pin SSOP (SMD) package
Benefits
- Adds Ethernet networking to almost any microcontroller via SPI
- Reduces firmware overhead with built-in hardware packet handling
- Highly reliable connectivity for remote sensor applications
- Cost-effective solution for small-scale IoT networking
- Small footprint fits easily into compact embedded hardware
- Extensively documented and supported by common microcontroller libraries
Applications
- IoT Sensors and Data Gateways
- Web-Enabled Control Systems
- Industrial Remote Monitoring
- Home Automation and Smart Home Nodes
- Embedded Web Servers
- Networked Data Logging Systems
- Educational Networking Projects
Package Includes
- 1 x ENC28J60/SS 10Base-T Ethernet Controller IC (SSOP-28)
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ENC28J60/SS |
| Device Type | Ethernet Controller (MAC + PHY) |
| Ethernet Standard | 10Base-T (IEEE 802.3) |
| Interface | SPI |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
| Package / Case | SSOP-28 (SMD) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (SMD) |
| Shipping Weight | 0.001 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | 4 × 4 × 1 cm |
