Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated

MAX203EEPP  

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers

MAX203EEPP Description

The MAX232 is a full-duplex transceiver designed for RS232 communication, featuring 2 drivers and 2 receivers. Manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated, this integrated circuit (IC) is housed in a through-hole package, specifically a 20DIP tube, making it suitable for applications requiring robust physical mounting. The MAX203EEPP operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75V to 5.25V, ensuring compatibility with a variety of power supply configurations.

This transceiver supports a data rate of up to 120Kbps, making it ideal for moderate-speed serial communication tasks. The receiver incorporates a hysteresis of 500 mV, which enhances signal integrity and noise immunity. The MAX203EEPP is classified under ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8542.39.0001, indicating its compliance with international export regulations and tariff classifications.

Despite its obsolete status, the MAX203EEPP remains a reliable choice for legacy systems and applications where its specific features are required. It is REACH unaffected, ensuring compliance with environmental and chemical regulations. With a moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of 1 (unlimited), the MAX203EEPP is suitable for storage and handling in various environmental conditions without the need for special precautions.

MAX203EEPP Features

• Full-Duplex Communication: Supports simultaneous transmission and reception, enabling efficient data exchange in RS232 applications.
• High Receiver Hysteresis: 500 mV hysteresis improves signal integrity and reduces the impact of noise, ensuring reliable data transmission.
• Wide Supply Voltage Range: Operates between 4.75V and 5.25V, providing flexibility in power supply design.
• Moderate Data Rate: Supports up to 120Kbps, suitable for applications requiring reliable serial communication without the need for high-speed data transfer.
• Through-Hole Mounting: The 20DIP package is ideal for applications where robust physical mounting is necessary, such as industrial environments.
• Compliance and Safety: Classified under ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8542.39.0001, and REACH unaffected, ensuring compliance with international regulations.
• Moisture Sensitivity Level 1: Suitable for storage and handling in various environmental conditions without the need for special precautions.

MAX203EEPP Applications

The MAX203EEPP is ideal for a variety of applications requiring RS232 communication, particularly in environments where robust physical mounting and moderate data rates are sufficient. Specific use cases include:

• Industrial Control Systems: Reliable communication between control units and peripheral devices in industrial settings.
• Legacy Systems: Maintenance and upgrades of older systems where the MAX203EEPP's specific features are required.
• Serial Communication Interfaces: Integration into devices requiring RS232 communication, such as modems, printers, and other peripheral devices.
• Telecommunication Equipment: Use in telecommunication systems for reliable data transmission and reception.

Conclusion of MAX203EEPP

The MAX203EEPP, despite being obsolete, remains a reliable and robust transceiver for RS232 communication. Its full-duplex capability, high receiver hysteresis, and moderate data rate make it suitable for a range of applications, particularly in industrial and legacy systems. The through-hole mounting and wide supply voltage range provide additional flexibility in design and implementation. For applications requiring reliable serial communication without the need for high-speed data transfer, the MAX203EEPP is an excellent choice.

MAX203EEPP Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MAX203EEPP

Datasheets :

MAX202E-MAX241E Datasheet      

Part Numbering Guide :

Part Numbering System      

Application Notes :

Determining Clock Accuracy Requirements for UART Communications      

PCN Obsolescence/ EOL :

EOL 15/Jan/2016      

Environmental Information :

Maxim Integrated RoHS Cert       Maxim Integrated REACH