MAX3232CWE+Alternatives & Equivalent Parts
About MAX3232CWE+
MAX3232CWE+ is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by Maxim Integrated. It comes in a Small Outline Packages package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | MAX3232CWE+Source | AD7656BSTZ | L6506D | TPS767D318PWP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Maxim Integrated | Analog Devices | STMicroelectronics | Texas Instruments |
| Package Type | Small Outline Packages | Quad Flat Packages | Small Outline Packages | — |
| Pin Count | 16 | 64 | 20 | — |
| Temperature Range | ~ 70.0°C | -40.0°C ~ 85.0°C | ~ 70.0°C | — |
| Price | $3.5100 | $17.3500 | $2.2500 | $1.1942 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | — |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||
| Manufacturer Package Code | 16-SOIC_W-300_MIL | ST-64-2 | — | — |
| Date Of Intro | 1996-05-23 | — | — | — |
| YTEOL | 9 | 10 | — | — |
| Additional Feature | EXTERNAL CHARGE PUMP | — | — | — |
| Differential Output | NO | — | — | — |
| Driver Number of Bits | 2 | — | — | — |
| High Level Input Current-Max | 0.000001 A | — | — | — |
| Input Characteristics | SCHMITT TRIGGER | — | — | — |
| Interface IC Type | LINE TRANSCEIVER | — | — | — |
| Interface Standard | EIA-232; TIA-232 | — | — | — |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 | S-PQFP-G64 | R-PDSO-G20 | — |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 | e3 | e4 | — |
| Number of Functions | 2 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Out Swing-Min | 10 V | — | — | — |
| Output Characteristics | TOTEM-POLE | — | — | — |
| Output Low Current-Max | 0.0016 A | — | — | — |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED | — | — | — |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | — |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP16,.4 | QFP64,.47SQ,20 | SOP20,.4 | — |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | SQUARE | RECTANGULAR | — |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE | FLATPACK, LOW PROFILE, FINE PITCH | SMALL OUTLINE | — |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 | 260 | 250 | — |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | — |
| Receiver Number of Bits | 2 | — | — | — |
| Supply Current-Max | 1 mA | 10 mA | — | — |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 5.5 V | — | — | — |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3 V | — | — | — |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3 V | 5 V | — | — |
| Surface Mount | YES | YES | YES | — |
| Technology | CMOS | CMOS | BIPOLAR | — |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL | INDUSTRIAL | COMMERCIAL | — |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - annealed | Matte Tin (Sn) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | — |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING | GULL WING | GULL WING | — |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27 mm | 0.5 mm | 1.27 mm | — |
| Terminal Position | DUAL | QUAD | DUAL | — |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 | — | 30 | — |
| Pbfree Code | — | No | — | — |
| Analog Input Voltage-Max | — | 12 V | — | — |
| Analog Input Voltage-Min | — | -10 V | — | — |
| Conversion Time-Max | — | 3.1 µs | — | — |
| Converter Type | — | ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION | — | — |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | — | 0.0046% | — | — |
| Negative Supply Voltage-Nom | — | -5 V | — | — |
| Number of Analog In Channels | — | 6 | — | — |
| Number of Bits | — | 16 | — | — |
| Output Bit Code | — | 2S COMPLEMENT BINARY | — | — |
| Output Format | — | SERIAL | — | — |
| Sample Rate | — | 0.25 MHz | — | — |
| Sample and Hold / Track and Hold | — | TRACK | — | — |
| ## AD7656BSTZ Alternates Showing results | — | Image | — | — |
| Factory Lead Time | — | — | 45 Weeks | — |
| Analog IC - Other Type | — | — | STEPPER MOTOR CONTROLLER | — |
| Supply Current-Max (Isup) | — | — | 25 mA | — |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | — | — | 7 V | — |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | — | — | 4.5 V | — |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | — | — | 5 V | — |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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What is equivalent to MAX3232CWE+?
Known equivalents for MAX3232CWE+ include AD7656BSTZ, L6506D, TPS767D318PWP. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of MAX3232CWE+?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
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