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W5500 AI Analysis:
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W5500 product

W5500

Controllers

Ethernet ControllerTCP/IPSPIWIZnet

The W5500 is a robust, hardwired TCP/IP Ethernet controller ideal for adding network connectivity to embedded systems without complex software stacks.

Best for

  • IoT devices
  • Industrial automation
  • Security cameras
  • Serial-to-Ethernet bridges

Avoid if

  • Your application requires IP fragmentation
  • You have extremely limited PCB space for a 48-pin LQFP

Check before use

  • Ensure your MCU SPI clock speed is compatible
  • Verify the 12.4kΩ 1% resistor requirement for the EXRES1 pin

Key specifications

Ethernet
10/100Base-T
SPI Speed
Up to 80 MHz
Buffer Size
32 KB
Sockets
8

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
ROHS3 Compliant
REACH
-
MSL
3
ECCN
-
HTSUS
-

Application

Industrial AutomationConnectivitySecurity Systems

Datasheet

o4YBAF1AoVSAYn4CABm3SFiXqMM055.pdf

800 KB

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Questions & answers

The W5500 is a single-chip embedded Ethernet controller that integrates a 10/100 MAC and PHY with a hardwired TCP/IP stack.