MAX3232 dip-16 rs-232 transceiver

MAX3232 MAX3232CPE MAX3232EPE DIP-16 RS-232 Transceiver.

The MAX3232 transceivers have a proprietary low-dropout transmitter output stage enabling true RS-232 performance from a 3.0V to 5.5V supply with a dual charge pump. The devices require only four small 0.1µF external charge-pump capacitors. Running at data rates of 120kbps the MAX3232 maintains RS-232 output levels.

The MAX3232 has 2 receivers and 2 drivers. These are pin, package, and functionally compatible with the industry-standard MAX242 and MAX232, respectively.

Key Features

• Integrated Features Saves Board Space and Simplifies Design
  • Charge Pump Circuitry Eliminates the Need for a Bipolar ±12V Supply
  • Wide Single-Supply Operation From +3V to +5.5V Supply
  • Always-On Extra Outputs Enable Monitoring of External Devices
• Power Saving Extends Battery Life
  • 1µA Supply Current in Shutdown Mode While Receiver is Active

Applications/Uses

• Battery-Powered Equipment
• Handheld Equipment
• High-Speed Modems
• Notebook, Subnotebook, and Palmtop Computers
• Peripherals
• Printers
• MAX3232 Datasheet