MAX3243CPWRG4 - Texas Instruments

Manufacturer Part Number

MAX3243CPWRG4

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments

Introduction

The MAX3243CPWRG4 is a low-power, +3V to +5.5V, three-channel, full-duplex RS-232 transceiver with a transmit slew-rate limit.

Product Features and Performance

3-channel full-duplex RS-232 transceiver

Operate from a single +3V to +5.5V supply

Integrated charge pump generates ±5V or ±10V from a single supply

Transmit slew-rate limit to reduce EMI

Receiver inputs accept ±30V signals

Receiver input hysteresis is 500mV

Data rates up to 250kbps

-40°C to +85°C temperature range

Product Advantages

Reduced EMI through transmit slew-rate limiting

Wide +3V to +5.5V supply voltage range

Small 28-TSSOP package

Key Technical Parameters

Supply voltage: 3V to 5.5V

Duplex: Full

Number of drivers/receivers: 3

Protocol: RS232

Receiver hysteresis: 500mV

Data rate: Up to 250kbps

Quality and Safety Features

RoHS3 compliant

Compatibility

Surface mount package

Compatible with 28-TSSOP footprint

Application Areas

Serial port interfaces

Industrial equipment

Portable equipment

Test and measurement equipment

Product Lifecycle

This part is still in active production and availability is good.

Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Low-power operation from a single 3V to 5.5V supply

Integrated charge pump for ±5V or ±10V signal levels

Transmit slew-rate limiting to reduce EMI

Wide temperature range of 0°C to 70°C

Small 28-TSSOP package for space-constrained designs