MAX3232CPWG4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Texas Instruments MAX3232CPWG4 is a dual RS-232 line transceiver supporting EIA/TIA-232-F and V.28 standards, operating from 3V to 5.5V supply with internal charge-pump voltage doublers. Features Schmitt-trigger inputs and 2 driver/2 receiver channels in a 16-pin SOIC package. In stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- MAX3232CPWG4 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of MAX3232CPWG4?
- Dual RS-232 transceiver with 2 drivers and 2 receivers in a 16-pin SOIC for compact serial communication design
- Operates from 3V to 5.5V supply with internal charge pump generating ±5.5V RS-232 output levels
- Schmitt-trigger inputs provide noise immunity and reliable data reception in electrically noisy environments
- Compliant with EIA-232-F, TIA-232-F, and V.28 standards ensuring broad RS-232 system interoperability
What is MAX3232CPWG4 used for?
The MAX3232CPWG4 is used in microcontroller serial communication interfaces, RS-232 UART bridges, and embedded systems that require connection to legacy RS-232 peripherals such as modems, barcode scanners, and industrial equipment. Its 3V to 5.5V supply range makes it suitable for both 3.3V and 5V microcontroller platforms without additional power supplies. It is widely deployed in industrial control systems, GPS modules, point-of-sale terminals, and data logging equipment.
What are the specifications of MAX3232CPWG4?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Additional Feature | CAN ALSO OPERATE WITH 5V SUPPLY |
| Differential Output | NO |
| Driver Number of Bits | 2 |
| High Level Input Current-Max | 0.000001A |
| Input Characteristics | SCHMITT TRIGGER |
| Interface IC Type | LINE TRANSCEIVER |
| Interface Standard | EIA-232-F; TIA-232-F; V.28 |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 2 |
| Out Swing-Min | 10V |
| Output Low Current-Max | 0.0016A |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP16,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Receive Delay-Max | 300ns |
| Receiver Number of Bits | 2 |
| Supply Current-Max | 1mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3V |
| Supply Voltage1-Max | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage1-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage1-Nom | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | BICMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | NICKEL PALLADIUM GOLD |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Transmit Delay-Max | 300ns |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
Where can I find the MAX3232CPWG4 datasheet?
MAX3232CPWG4 Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for MAX3232CPWG4?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MAX3232CPWG4:
Frequently Asked Questions
What interface standard does the MAX3232CPWG4 support?
The MAX3232CPWG4 complies with EIA-232-F, TIA-232-F, and ITU V.28 standards, providing full RS-232 level translation for serial communication between microcontrollers and RS-232 devices such as modems and terminals.
What supply voltage range does the MAX3232CPWG4 support?
The MAX3232CPWG4 operates from a 3V to 5.5V supply, using an internal charge pump to generate the ±5.5V voltage levels required by RS-232, eliminating the need for external bipolar power supplies in the design.
How many driver and receiver channels does the MAX3232CPWG4 have?
The MAX3232CPWG4 provides 2 RS-232 driver channels and 2 receiver channels (2TX/2RX), enabling full-duplex serial communication with two independent RS-232 data paths in a single 16-pin SOIC package.
What are the input characteristics of the MAX3232CPWG4?
The MAX3232CPWG4 features Schmitt-trigger inputs on its receiver side, providing hysteresis that improves noise immunity and ensures reliable data detection even in the presence of slow-rising or noisy RS-232 input signals.
What package is the MAX3232CPWG4 available in?
The MAX3232CPWG4 is available in a 16-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) surface-mount package, which is compact and widely compatible with standard PCB footprints used in RS-232 communication circuit designs.
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