Manufacturer Part Number
MAX3243ECPW
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Introduction
Integrated circuit transceiver for RS-232 communication
Supports full-duplex operation
Product Features and Performance
3V to 5.5V supply voltage range
Data rate up to 500kbps
Receiver hysteresis of 500mV
3 drivers and 3 receivers in a single package
Operates in 0°C to 70°C temperature range
Compact 28-TSSOP package
Product Advantages
Reduced component count and board space
Simplified design and configuration
Reliable RS-232 communication
Key Technical Parameters
Supply voltage: 3V to 5.5V
Duplex mode: Full
Number of drivers/receivers: 3
Protocol: RS-232
Receiver hysteresis: 500mV
Data rate: Up to 500kbps
Package: 28-TSSOP
Quality and Safety Features
RoHS3 compliant
Reliable surface mount package
Compatibility
Widely compatible with RS-232 serial communication systems
Application Areas
Industrial equipment
Embedded systems
Computing devices
Telecommunications equipment
Product Lifecycle
Active product, no discontinuation plans
Replacement and upgrade options available from Texas Instruments
Key Reasons to Choose
Compact and integrated design
Robust RS-232 communication capabilities
Wide operating voltage and temperature range
High data rate performance
Reliable and RoHS-compliant