ENC28J60/ML

The ENC28J60/ML is a 28-pin, 10BASE-T stand-alone Ethernet Controller with an industry-standard Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI). It is designed to serve as an Ethernet network interface for embedded systems such as microcontrollers. The ENC28J60/ML provides a cost-effective and easy-to-implement solution for adding Ethernet connectivity to embedded applications.

Pinout

(Note: The pin configuration below is a general representation. Refer to the specific datasheet for precise details.)

• VDD: Power Supply
• VSS: Ground
• CLKOUT: Clock Output
• SI: Serial Input
• SO: Serial Output
• SCK: Serial Clock
• CS: Chip Select
• INT: Interrupt Output
• WOL: Wake-on-LAN
• RESET: Reset Input

Circuit Diagram

A circuit diagram illustrating the connections and operation of the ENC28J60/ML in a typical application can be found in the device's datasheet.

Key Features

• Stand-alone Ethernet Controller: The ENC28J60/ML operates independently of the microcontroller, offloading the networking tasks and reducing the load on the microcontroller.
• 10BASE-T Ethernet Interface: Supports 10 Mbps Ethernet communication, compatible with standard Ethernet networks.
• SPI Interface: Utilizes a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) for communication with the microcontroller, providing a simple and flexible interface.
• Integrated MAC and PHY: Includes a Media Access Controller (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY) for Ethernet communication, reducing the external component count.
• Low Power Consumption: Designed for low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.

Note: For detailed technical specifications, refer to the ENC28J60/ML datasheet.

Application

• Embedded Systems: Used in embedded systems for adding Ethernet connectivity, enabling network communication.
• IoT Devices: Suitable for Internet of Things (IoT) devices requiring Ethernet connectivity for remote monitoring and control.
• Industrial Automation: Used in industrial automation systems for communication between control devices over Ethernet.
• Consumer Electronics: Suitable for consumer electronics applications requiring Ethernet connectivity, such as smart home devices.

Functionality

The ENC28J60/ML provides a cost-effective and easy-to-implement solution for adding Ethernet connectivity to embedded systems, enabling network communication over standard Ethernet networks.

Usage Guide

• Power Supply: Connect VDD to the power supply voltage and VSS to ground.
• SPI Interface: Connect SI, SO, SCK, and CS pins to the corresponding SPI pins on the microcontroller.
• Ethernet Connection: Connect the RJ-45 connector to the 10BASE-T Ethernet network.
• Control Signals: Use the INT, WOL, and RESET pins for control and status monitoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the ENC28J60/ML be used in 100BASE-T Ethernet networks?

A: No, the ENC28J60/ML supports only 10 Mbps Ethernet communication (10BASE-T).

Q: Is the ENC28J60/ML suitable for real-time Ethernet communication?

A: While the ENC28J60/ML can be used for real-time communication, its performance may be limited compared to dedicated real-time Ethernet solutions.