MAX3232EIPWE4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Texas Instruments MAX3232EIPWE4 is a dual RS-232 line driver/receiver operating from 3 V to 5.5 V supply with Schmitt-trigger inputs, EIA-232 compliance, and a 16-pin SOIC package for serial communication interfaces. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- MAX3232EIPWE4 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of MAX3232EIPWE4?
- Wide 3 V to 5.5 V supply range with EIA-232-F/TIA-232-F compliant dual driver and dual receiver channels for flexible voltage interfacing
- Schmitt-trigger receiver inputs with 1 µA input leakage current enabling reliable signal detection in noisy serial communication environments
- 16-pin SOIC package with integrated charge-pump voltage doubler, requiring only four small external capacitors for full RS-232 ±5 V swing generation
What is MAX3232EIPWE4 used for?
The MAX3232EIPWE4 is ideal for microcontroller UART-to-RS-232 level translation in industrial PLCs, embedded computing boards, and test equipment that must communicate with legacy RS-232 serial ports at 3.3 V or 5 V system voltage. Its wide 3 V to 5.5 V supply compatibility and dual-channel architecture allow a single IC to replace both the driver and receiver halves of full-duplex serial links in compact 16-pin SOIC form factor designs.
What are the specifications of MAX3232EIPWE4?
| 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 | INDUSTRIAL |
| 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 MAX3232EIPWE4 datasheet?
MAX3232EIPWE4 Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for MAX3232EIPWE4?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MAX3232EIPWE4:
Frequently Asked Questions
What supply voltage range does the MAX3232EIPWE4 support and how does this compare to standard 5 V RS-232 transceivers?
The MAX3232EIPWE4 operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, making it compatible with both 3.3 V microcontroller systems and legacy 5 V designs. Standard RS-232 transceivers often require a fixed 5 V rail, so the MAX3232E's wide range eliminates level-shifting stages and simplifies integration with modern low-voltage SoCs and FPGAs.
How many driver and receiver channels does the MAX3232EIPWE4 provide for full-duplex RS-232 communication?
The MAX3232EIPWE4 integrates 2 driver outputs and 2 receiver inputs, providing a complete full-duplex RS-232 interface in one 16-pin SOIC package. This dual-channel configuration handles both transmit and receive paths of a standard RS-232 serial port simultaneously, covering EIA-232-F and TIA-232-F interface standards.
What advantage do the Schmitt-trigger inputs on the MAX3232EIPWE4 provide in electrically noisy industrial installations?
The Schmitt-trigger receiver inputs of the MAX3232EIPWE4 add hysteresis to the switching threshold, rejecting input signal noise and slow-rising edges common on long RS-232 cable runs. With maximum input leakage of 1 µA, the receivers remain high-impedance and do not load the cable, maintaining signal integrity over cable lengths up to 15 m at standard baud rates.
What external components are required to complete the charge pump in the MAX3232EIPWE4 design?
The MAX3232EIPWE4 requires only 4 external capacitors (typically 100 nF each) for its internal charge-pump voltage doubler and inverter, which generate the ±5 V RS-232 swing from the 3 V to 5.5 V supply. No external transformer or secondary supply is needed, minimizing BOM to just 4 small ceramic capacitors for the complete level-translation circuit.
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