
Texas Instruments
Pin-compatible RS-485 transceiver from the same family with a higher data rate (20Mbps).
SN65HVD72DGKR is a robust 3.3V, 250kbps RS-485 transceiver in a VSSOP-8 package. Alternatives often feature higher data rates which require engineering review.
Higher data rate of alternatives requires signal integrity and termination review.
Candidates share the same VSSOP-8 package.
Direct replacement for SN65HVD72DGKR should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
SN65HVD75DGKR is the most promising path due to being in the same product family, suggesting pin compatibility.
The primary risk is the parametric difference in data rate. Faster transceivers may have different slew rates and termination needs.

Texas Instruments
Pin-compatible RS-485 transceiver from the same family with a higher data rate (20Mbps).
| Feature / factor | SN65HVD72DGKR | SN65HVD75DGKR | THVD1450DGKR | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | VSSOP-8 | VSSOP-8 | VSSOP-8 | VSSOP-8 — Form and fit match.; THVD1450DGKR: Form and fit match. | |
| Voltage | 3.0V to 3.6V | 3.0V to 3.6V | 3.0V to 5.5V | 3.0V to 3.6V / 3.0V to 5.5V — Supply voltage range matches.; THVD1450DGKR: Wider supply range is compatible. | |
| Interface | 250 kbps | 20 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 20 Mbps / 50 Mbps — Significantly higher data rate requires review.; THVD1450DGKR: Significantly higher data rate requires careful review. | |
| Temperature | -40°C to 125°C | -40°C to 125°C | - | -40°C to 125°C — Operating temperature range matches. | |
| Application | ±12 kV IEC | - | ±18 kV IEC | ±18 kV IEC — ESD protection is stronger. |
Verified drop-in options for SN65HVD72DGKR are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.