Local stock of communication ICs that keep projects moving
When deadlines, lab sessions or production builds matter, waiting on imports is costly. Communica keeps a practical range of communication integrated circuits in South Africa so you can source transceivers, protocol bridges and wireless modules the same week. Shop Now to see parts available for pickup, request lead-time details, or Check Stock in Samrand for immediate collection.
Why local stock matters for your designs
Local availability reduces development friction: faster iteration for student projects, predictable procurement for technicians, and shorter lead times for engineering teams. Communica's Samrand warehouse plus branches in Pretoria and Cape Town mean easier collection and VAT invoicing for institutional buyers. Learn more about our footprint on the Branches & Trading Hours.
What we stock - practical categories to solve real problems
- Serial transceivers: UART/RS-232/RS-485 interface ICs for embedded links
- Fieldbus and CAN PHYs and controllers for automotive and industrial networks
- Ethernet PHYs and magnetics for wired connectivity
- RF front-ends and sub-GHz/2.4 GHz transceivers for IoT prototypes
- Protocol bridges and level translators for mixed-voltage systems
If you prefer to browse by category or compare exact part numbers, our Collections page groups comms ICs with related passives and enclosures so you can plan the full bill of materials: Shop by Category.
Specification callouts and compatibility guidance
When choosing a communication IC, match these four practical specs to your application: supported protocol (e.g., CAN 2.0 vs CAN FD), supply voltage, data rate, and physical interface. For mixed-voltage systems add a level translator or opt for ICs designed for 3.3 V and 5 V compatibility. If you need help mapping parts to familiar modules, Compare Specs or Request a Quote and our team will suggest compatible controllers and recommended decoupling/termination components.
Quick spec comparison
| IC Family | Use Case | Common Data Rates |
|---|---|---|
| UART transceivers | MCU serial debugging, sensors | Up to 3 Mbps |
| CAN PHYs/controllers | Vehicle networks, industrial control | 125 kbps - 8 Mbps (FD) |
| Ethernet PHYs | Local networking, edge devices | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Sub-GHz RF | Long-range IoT sensors | Up to 300 kbps (varies) |
| 2.4 GHz transceivers | BLE, Zigbee, Wi-Fi peripherals | 250 kbps - multi-Mbps |
