MAX3232 RS 232 Transceivers IC SMD Package

MAX3232 RS 232 Transceivers IC SMD Package 

The MAX3232 is a low-power RS-232 transceiver IC designed to provide reliable serial communication between TTL/CMOS logic levels and RS-232 voltage levels. It integrates two line drivers and two line receivers, enabling full-duplex communication with standard RS-232 devices such as PCs, modems, and industrial equipment.

Operating from a single 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply, the MAX3232 uses an internal charge pump to generate the required RS-232 voltage levels, eliminating the need for external power supplies. The surface-mount (SMD) package makes it ideal for compact, modern PCB designs.

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Features

• Dual RS-232 drivers and dual receivers
• Single-supply operation from 3.0 V to 5.5 V
• Integrated charge-pump voltage converters
• Meets RS-232 (TIA/EIA-232-F) specifications
• Low power consumption
• High data-rate operation
• Minimal external components required
• Automatic shutdown and power-saving features
• SMD package for space-efficient PCB layouts

Applications

• USB-to-serial and TTL-to-RS-232 converters
• Embedded systems and microcontroller interfaces
• Industrial control and automation equipment
• Modems and communication devices
• POS terminals and barcode scanners
• Test and measurement instruments