MAX3232ECPWE4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The MAX3232ECPWE4 is a multi-channel RS-232 line driver/receiver IC from Texas Instruments, operating from 3V to 5.5V in a 16-Pin TSSOP package. It features Schmitt trigger inputs, dual drivers and receivers, and conforms to EIA-232-F and TIA-232-F standards. Available from stock worldwide with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- MAX3232ECPWE4 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 MAX3232ECPWE4?
- Wide supply range 3V to 5.5V with optional 5V operation for legacy system compatibility
- Schmitt trigger inputs for enhanced noise immunity on RS-232 serial communication lines
- Dual RS-232 drivers and receivers compliant with EIA-232-F and TIA-232-F standards
- Lead-free 16-Pin TSSOP package enabling compact serial interface designs
What is MAX3232ECPWE4 used for?
The MAX3232ECPWE4 is widely used in embedded systems, microcontroller boards, and industrial equipment for RS-232 serial communication between UART interfaces and external devices. Its 3V to 5.5V supply range makes it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic systems, simplifying integration in mixed-voltage designs. Telecommunications equipment, modems, and data acquisition systems also rely on this device for reliable RS-232 level shifting and line driving.
What are the specifications of MAX3232ECPWE4?
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Where can I find the MAX3232ECPWE4 datasheet?
MAX3232ECPWE4 Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for MAX3232ECPWE4?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What supply voltage does the MAX3232ECPWE4 support?
The MAX3232ECPWE4 operates from a supply voltage range of 3V to 5.5V, allowing it to work with both 3.3V and 5V systems, making it suitable for a wide variety of mixed-voltage embedded designs.
What interface standards does the MAX3232ECPWE4 comply with?
The MAX3232ECPWE4 complies with EIA-232-F, TIA-232-F, and V.28 serial interface standards, ensuring compatibility with the full range of RS-232 compliant equipment and devices.
Does the MAX3232ECPWE4 have Schmitt trigger inputs?
Yes, the MAX3232ECPWE4 features Schmitt trigger inputs, which provide hysteresis for improved noise immunity and reliable signal detection on RS-232 lines in electrically noisy environments.
What package is the MAX3232ECPWE4 available in?
The MAX3232ECPWE4 comes in a 16-Pin TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package), a compact surface-mount format that is widely supported by automated PCB assembly equipment.
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