Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated

MAX3232CWE+T  

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers

MAX3232CWE+T Description

The MAX3232CWE+T is a high-performance, dual-channel RS-232 transceiver designed to provide reliable communication between devices operating at different voltage levels. Manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated, this transceiver is built for robust performance and versatility in various applications.

MAX3232CWE+T Features

• Type: Transceiver
• Number of Drivers/Receivers: 2/2
• Data Rate: 235Kbps
• Voltage - Supply: 3V to 5.5V
• Receiver Hysteresis: 300 mV
• Duplex: Full
• Protocol: RS232
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Package: Tape & Reel (TR)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)
• ECCN: EAR99
• HTSUS: 8542.39.0001
• Base Product Number: MAX3232
• Product Status: Active

Unique features of the MAX3232CWE+T include its ability to operate over a wide voltage range (3V to 5.5V), providing flexibility in power supply options. The 300 mV receiver hysteresis ensures reliable signal detection, while the full-duplex capability allows for simultaneous data transmission in both directions.

MAX3232CWE+T Applications

The MAX3232CWE+T is ideal for applications requiring RS-232 communication between devices with different voltage levels. Some specific use cases include:

1. Industrial Automation: Connecting microcontrollers and other low-voltage devices to RS-232-based industrial equipment.
2. Telecommunications: Facilitating communication between low-voltage digital systems and high-voltage telecommunication equipment.
3. Medical Devices: Ensuring reliable data transmission between low-voltage microcontrollers and RS-232 medical instruments.
4. Automotive Electronics: Enabling communication between low-voltage microcontrollers and high-voltage automotive systems.

Conclusion of MAX3232CWE+T

The MAX3232CWE+T is a versatile and reliable RS-232 transceiver, offering a wide voltage range, high data rate, and robust performance. Its unique features, such as full-duplex capability and low receiver hysteresis, make it an excellent choice for applications requiring reliable communication between devices with different voltage levels. With its RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, the MAX3232CWE+T is also environmentally friendly, making it a responsible choice for electronics manufacturers.

MAX3232CWE+T Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MAX3232CWE+T

Datasheets :

MAX3222,32,37,41 Datasheet      

Part Numbering Guide :

Part Numbering System      

Application Notes :

Determining Clock Accuracy Requirements for UART Communications       Automatic Test Equipment on a Budget       RS-232-Powered Temperature Sensor       Interfacing the MAX1169 ADC to a PIC Microcontroller      

Environmental Information :

Maxim Integrated RoHS Cert       Maxim Integrated REACH