MAX3232CSE SMD IC Transceiver 16-Pin SOIC MAXIM RS-232

Product Overview:

A surface-mount, 3.3V to 5.5V dual RS-232 transceiver integrated circuit designed for serial communication applications. It features an integrated dual charge-pump circuit that allows for operation from a single supply, providing a robust interface between asynchronous communication controllers and serial-port connectors.

Core Specifications:

Manufacturer: TECH PUBLIC

Package Type: SOP-16

Function: 3V to 5.5V 250kbps RS-232 Transceiver

Input Channels: 2 Drivers and 2 Receivers

Control Interface: TTL/CMOS Logic Interface

Features:

• ESD protection for RS-232 bus pins: ±12kV (IEC61000-4-2, Contact Discharge) and ±15kV (IEC61000-4-2, Air-Gap Discharge)

• Meets TIA/EIA-232-F standard requirements

• Operates at data signaling rates up to 250 kbps

• Requires only four small external 0.1 µF capacitors

• Accepts 5V logic inputs even when operating from a 3.3V supply

Applications:

• Battery-powered equipment

• Industrial human-machine interfaces

• Serial data communication systems

• Embedded systems requiring legacy serial interface connectivity