The PLIN-USB enables the connection of a Windows® computer to a LIN network via USB. The LIN interface supports the LIN protocol according to the standard ISO 17987 and complies with all LIN specifications up to version 2.2. The interface can be operated as a master or a slave.

The monitor software PLIN-View Pro and the PLIN programming interface for the development of applications with LIN connection are included in the scope of supply.

Specifications:

LIN interface for the USB connection (Full-Speed mode, compatible with USB 1.1, USB 2.0, and USB 3.0)
LIN connection (ISO 17987)
Compliant with all LIN specifications (up to version 2.2)
Bit rates from 1 kbit/s up to 20 kbit/s
Can be used as a LIN master or slave (1 ms master task resolution)
Automatic bit rate, frame length, and checksum type recognition
Autonomous scheduler with support for unconditional, event, and sporadic frames
LIN bus connection via D-Sub, 9-pin
LIN connection short-circuit-proof against transceiver supply and ground
NXP LIN transceiver TJA1028T or TI LIN transceiver TLIN1028D
Galvanic isolation on the LIN connection up to 500 V
Indicator LED for interface status
Voltage supply 5 V DC via USB port
Transceiver supply 6 to 28 V DC via D-Sub, pin 9
Extended operating temperature range from -40 to +85 °C (-40 to +185 °F)

Pin assignment D-Sub:

4 LIN

5 GND

6 GND

9 VBAT

Scope of Supply:

PLIN-USB in plastic casing
LIN device drivers for Windows® 11 (x64/ARM64), 10 (x64), and Linux
LIN monitor PLIN-View Pro for Windows® Details ...
Programming interface PLIN-API for developing applications with LIN connection Details ...
Manual in PDF format

Documentation: