DP83867IR: Maximum distance

Eran Shternlib

Part Number: DP83867IR

Hi team,

My customer is asking:
1. What is the maximum distance possible between the device and the ethernet transformer (Magnetics)?
2. What is the maximum distance possible between the device and the controller (Ethernet MAC)?

Thanks
Eran

over 5 years ago

0 Adrian Kam over 5 years ago

TI__Expert 5425 points

Hi Eran,

We recommend keeping the trace length between the device and the magnetics to less than 2 inches.
We recommend keeping the trace length between the device and Ethernet MAC to less than 6 inches.

These recommendations are to ensure good signal integrity for the system.

Regards,

Adrian Kam

0 Eran Shternlib over 5 years ago

TI__Intellectual 1140 points

Hi Adrian,

Thanks for your answer.

Do we have a document in which I they learn length parameters with RGMII . They are using PCB material IT8350, and wanted to check if it is possible to extend the line.

Thanks!

0 Adrian Kam over 5 years ago in reply to Eran Shternlib

TI__Expert 5425 points

Hi Eran,

I do not have a TI document regarding the length parameters of RGMII. The 6 inches trace length is defined in the RGMII standard. Below is an E2E thread I found discussing the matter in a bit more detail.

https://e2e.ti.com/support/interface/f/interface-forum/555640/rgmii-trace-length

Regards,

Adrian Kam

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DP83867IR: Maximum distance