155 Mbps full-duplex LVDS — what it buys you
The Texas Instruments SN75LVDS179D is an LVDS transceiver delivering a single differential driver and a single differential receiver in a full-duplex configuration. Rated for 155 Mbps data rate, it handles point-to-point serial links where simultaneous bidirectional transmission over a single pair is not required — the driver and receiver operate independently on separate pairs. Full-duplex means the receiver stays active while the driver is enabled, which simplifies handshake-free data flow but demands careful termination on both differential pairs to maintain signal integrity at the rated speed.
Sourcing reality — obsolete part, no direct successor
Pin-compatible alternatives exist within the broader LVDS transceiver family (e.g., parts sharing the SN75LV base product number), but without a manufacturer-specified successor, each alternate should be validated against the original's full-duplex pinout, 155 Mbps timing, and 3.3V supply tolerance.
Temperature grade and package — indoor, surface-mount only
The 155 Mbps edge rate demands controlled-impedance traces on the differential pairs.