The SN65LBC171DW can support data rates up to 100 Mbps.
Yes, the SN65LBC171DW can be used in a multi-point bus configuration, but it requires the use of external resistors to terminate the bus.
The SN65LBC171DW has a built-in bus contention resolution mechanism that prevents data corruption in the event of simultaneous transmission by multiple devices.
The maximum cable length that can be used with the SN65LBC171DW depends on the specific application and the type of cable used, but a general guideline is to limit the cable length to 10 meters or less.
Yes, the SN65LBC171DW has built-in ESD protection to protect the device from electrostatic discharge.