MAX3232ECDWRAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About MAX3232ECDWR
MAX3232ECDWR is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by Texas Instruments. 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.
Specification Comparison
| Parameter | MAX3232ECDWRSource | MAX3232ECD | ST3232ECTR | MAX3232ECDR | MAX3232CDWR | MAX3232EIDR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | STMicroelectronics | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Package Type | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages |
| Pin Count | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Temperature Range | ~ 70.0°C | ~ 70.0°C | ~ 70.0°C | ~ 70.0°C | ~ 70.0°C | -40.0°C ~ 85.0°C |
| Price | $0.7310 | $0.4576 | $0.5610 | $0.5328 | $1.0800 | $0.2542 |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||||
| Pbfree Code | Yes | — | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 | 0 | 7.2 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Additional Feature | CAN ALSO OPERATE WITH 5V SUPPLY | CAN ALSO OPERATE WITH 5V SUPPLY | — | CAN ALSO OPERATE WITH 5V SUPPLY | CAN ALSO OPERATE WITH 5V SUPPLY | CAN ALSO OPERATE WITH 5V SUPPLY |
| Differential Output | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Driver Number of Bits | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| High Level Input Current-Max | 0.000001 A | 0.000001 A | 0.000001 A | 0.000001 A | 0.000001 A | 0.000001 A |
| Input Characteristics | SCHMITT TRIGGER | SCHMITT TRIGGER | SCHMITT TRIGGER | SCHMITT TRIGGER | SCHMITT TRIGGER | SCHMITT TRIGGER |
| Interface IC Type | LINE TRANSCEIVER | LINE TRANSCEIVER | LINE TRANSCEIVER | LINE TRANSCEIVER | LINE TRANSCEIVER | LINE TRANSCEIVER |
| Interface Standard | EIA-232-F; TIA-232-F; V.28 | EIA-232-F; TIA-232-F; V.28 | EIA-232; TIA-232; V.24; V.28 | EIA-232-F; TIA-232-F; V.28 | EIA-232-F; TIA-232-F; V.28 | EIA-232-F; TIA-232-F; V.28 |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 | e4 | e3 | e4 | e4 | e4 |
| Number of Functions | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Out Swing-Min | 10 V | 10 V | 10 V | 10 V | 10 V | 10 V |
| Output Low Current-Max | 0.0016 A | 0.0016 A | 0.0016 A | 0.0016 A | 0.000001 A | 0.0016 A |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED | INVERTED | — | INVERTED | INVERTED | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP16,.4 | SOP16,.25 | TSSOP16,.25 | SOP16,.25 | SOP16,.4 | SOP16,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 | 260 | 260 | 260 | 260 | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
| Receive Delay-Max | 300 ns | 300 ns | 50 ns | 300 ns | 300 ns | 300 ns |
| Receiver Number of Bits | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Supply Current-Max | 1 mA | 1 mA | 1 mA | 1 mA | 1 mA | 1 mA |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 5.5 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 3 V | 3 V | 3 V | 3 V | 3 V | 3 V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V |
| Supply Voltage1-Max | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | — | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Supply Voltage1-Min | 3 V | 3 V | — | 3 V | 3 V | 3 V |
| Supply Voltage1-Nom | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | — | 3.3 V | 3.3 V | 3.3 V |
| Surface Mount | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Technology | BICMOS | BICMOS | — | BICMOS | BICMOS | BICMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL | COMMERCIAL | COMMERCIAL | COMMERCIAL | COMMERCIAL | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | NICKEL PALLADIUM GOLD | Matte Tin (Sn) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING | GULL WING | GULL WING | GULL WING | GULL WING | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm | 0.65 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL | DUAL | DUAL | DUAL | DUAL | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 | 30 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| ## MAX3232ECDWR Alternates Showing results | Image | — | — | — | — | — |
| ## MAX3232ECD Alternates Showing results | — | Image | — | — | — | — |
| Factory Lead Time | — | — | 10 Weeks | — | — | — |
| Transmit Delay-Max | — | — | 150 ns | — | 300 ns | — |
| Reach Compliance Code | — | — | — | — | — | Compliant |
| ## MAX3232EIDR Alternates Showing results | — | — | — | — | — | Image |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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What is equivalent to MAX3232ECDWR?
Known equivalents for MAX3232ECDWR include MAX3232ECD, ST3232ECTR, MAX3232ECDR. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of MAX3232ECDWR?
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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