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Custom USB 3.0 Hub

Custom USB 3.0 hub board with controlled-impedance routing and ESD protection.

USB 3.0High-speedLength TuningLTspice

Quick Write-Up

  • Design Features 1 Upstream USB-C 3.0 Port, 2 downstream USB-C 3.0 Ports, 2 downstream USB-A 3.0 Ports and 2 downstream HDMI 1.4 ports.
  • Designed around a TUSB8041-Q1 Hub IC, STDP4320BA Dp Alt Mode 1:2 Splitter, TPS65987D USB-C PD Controller, and HD3SS460 Mux Controller
  • Routed with attention to controlled-impedance routing, length tuning, and isolation between ports for signal integrity at SuperSpeed speeds.
  • Specific differential impedence of 90Ω for USB-C and USB-A 3.0 data lines and 100Ω differential impedance for HDMI 1.4 lines, with careful length tuning to meet timing requirements and maintain signal integrity.
  • ESD and surge protection components placed strategically at connectors and along critical paths for safe operation and bring up.

USB Hub