MAX485 RS485 Transceiver IC DIP 8 Package

MAX485 RS485 Transceiver IC DIP 8 Package

The MAX485 is a low-power RS-485 transceiver IC designed for reliable serial communication over long distances in noisy industrial environments. It combines a differential line driver and receiver in a single device and operates from a single 5 V power supply.

The MAX485 supports half-duplex communication and includes driver enable and receiver enable control pins, allowing flexible bus management. Its low current consumption makes it especially suitable for battery-powered and energy-efficient systems. Packaged in a DIP-8 through-hole package, the MAX485 is ideal for prototyping, educational use, and industrial communication designs.

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Features

• Fully compliant with RS-485 standard
• Half-duplex differential communication
• Single 5 V supply operation
• Low power consumption
• High data rate capability
• High noise immunity using differential signaling
• Driver enable (DE) and receiver enable (RE) pins
• Short-circuit and thermal protection
• Supports multiple nodes on the same bus
• DIP-8 package for easy PCB mounting and prototyping

Applications

• RS-485 communication networks
• Industrial automation and control systems
• Data acquisition systems
• Microcontroller-based serial communication
• Building automation and HVAC systems
• Instrumentation and measurement equipment
• Long-distance serial data links

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