MAX3232CSE+T Analog Devices Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Analog Devices MAX3232CSE+T is a dual RS-232 line transceiver in a 16-pin SOIC package operating from a single 3.3 V supply with an internal charge pump. It provides 2 drivers and 2 receivers with Schmitt-trigger inputs for reliable serial communication. Available from stock in tape-and-reel with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Analog Devices
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MAX3232CSE+T Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $3.3914(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Operates from a single 3.3 V supply with integrated charge pump generating ±5.4 V RS-232 compliant output levels without external power rails
- Dual drivers and dual receivers with Schmitt-trigger inputs provide robust noise immunity in electrically harsh serial communication environments
- Industry-standard 16-pin SOIC-150 mil package with RoHS-compliant lead-free finish for straightforward drop-in replacement of legacy RS-232 transceivers
Applications
MAX3232CSE+T is widely used in embedded systems, industrial PLCs, and consumer electronics requiring RS-232 serial communication from a 3.3 V logic supply without a separate ±12 V rail. It connects microcontrollers and FPGAs to legacy RS-232 equipment such as terminal servers, barcode scanners, and industrial sensors across cable distances up to 15 meters.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | 16-SOIC_N-150_MIL |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| Date Of Intro | 1996-05-23 |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Additional Feature | EXTERNAL CHARGE PUMP |
| 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; EIA-562 |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Number of Functions | 2 |
| Out Swing-Min | 10V |
| Output Characteristics | TOTEM-POLE |
| Output Low Current-Max | 0.0016A |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP16,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Receiver Number of Bits | 2 |
| Supply Current-Max | 1mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - annealed |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| ## MAX3232CSE+T Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
| Country of Origin | Japan, Mainland China, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What supply voltage does MAX3232CSE+T require and how does it generate RS-232 voltage levels?
MAX3232CSE+T operates from a single 3.3 V supply and uses an internal charge pump with four small external capacitors (typically 100 nF each) to produce ±5.4 V RS-232-compliant driver output levels, eliminating the need for a dual-polarity power supply.
How many RS-232 channels does the MAX3232CSE+T support in a single 16-pin SOIC package?
The MAX3232CSE+T integrates 2 RS-232 driver channels and 2 receiver channels in one 16-pin SOIC-150 mil package, making it ideal for microcontroller serial port interfaces where space is limited and 2-wire RS-232 communication is needed.
When should a designer choose MAX3232CSE+T over MAX232 for a new RS-232 interface design?
MAX3232CSE+T is preferred over MAX232 in any 3.3 V system because MAX232 requires a 5 V supply and cannot be powered directly from modern low-voltage MCU rails. The MAX3232 supports 3.3 V operation with the same 4-capacitor charge pump topology, data rates up to 120 kbps, and drop-in pin compatibility for easy migration.
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