MAX3232CDWR - Texas Instruments

Manufacturer Part Number

MAX3232CDWR

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments

Introduction

The MAX3232CDWR is a dual driver/receiver that is part of the MAX3232 family of RS-232 transceivers from Texas Instruments.

Product Features and Performance

Operates from a single 3V to 5.5V power supply

Requires only four small ceramic capacitors for a complete RS-232 interface

Operates up to 250kbps

Receiver input threshold of 1.2V to 1.6V

Receiver hysteresis of 300mV

Meets EIA/TIA-232E and CCITT V.28/V.24 standards

Product Advantages

Compact design with small footprint

Low power consumption

Simplified external component count

Wide operating voltage range

Key Technical Parameters

Package: 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)

Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C

Supply Voltage: 3V to 5.5V

Duplex: Full

Number of Drivers/Receivers: 2

Protocol: RS232

Receiver Hysteresis: 300mV

Data Rate: Up to 250kbps

Type: Transceiver

Quality and Safety Features

RoHS3 Compliant

EIA/TIA-232E and CCITT V.28/V.24 standards compliance

Compatibility

The MAX3232CDWR is compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers, processors, and other digital logic devices that require an RS-232 serial interface.

Application Areas

Industrial automation and control systems

Embedded systems

Instrumentation and test equipment

Point-of-sale terminals

Modems and communication equipment

Product Lifecycle

The MAX3232 family is a mature and widely-used product line from Texas Instruments. Replacement parts and upgrades are readily available.

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Compact design with small footprint for space-constrained applications

Wide operating voltage range from 3V to 5.5V for flexibility

Simplified external component count reduces BOM costs

High data rate up to 250kbps for fast serial communication

Proven reliability and compliance with industry standards