Texas Instruments

MAX3232IDBR  

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers

The MAX3232IDBR is a device manufactured by Texas Instruments that is used for RS-232 signal conversion. Here is a description of the model, its features, and applications:

Description:

The MAX3232IDBR is a low-power RS-232 transceiver that converts TTL-level signals to RS-232-level signals and vice versa. It is designed to provide reliable communication between TTL and RS-232 devices over long distances and in noisy environments. The device is available in a 16-pin SOIC package.

Features:

1. Low Power Consumption: The MAX3232IDBR operates on a single 5V supply and consumes low power, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
2. High-Speed Operation: The device supports data rates up to 120 kbps, making it suitable for high-speed data communication.
3. Auto-Shutdown Mode: The MAX3232IDBR features an auto-shutdown mode that reduces power consumption to less than 500 nA when the device is not in use.
4. Data Direction Control: The device provides independent data direction control for both transmit and receive channels, allowing for flexible data routing.
5. Built-in Protection: The MAX3232IDBR includes built-in protection against over-voltage, under-voltage, and reverse-voltage conditions, as well as protection against over-current and thermal shutdown.

Applications:

1. Telecommunication Systems: The MAX3232IDBR is commonly used in telecommunication systems to convert TTL-level signals from microcontrollers to RS-232-level signals for communication with modems and other RS-232 devices.
2. Industrial Control Systems: The device is also used in industrial control systems to provide reliable communication between microcontrollers and RS-232-based sensors and actuators.
3. Medical Equipment: The MAX3232IDBR is used in medical equipment to provide reliable communication between microcontrollers and RS-232-based medical instruments.
4. Computing and Networking: The device is used in computing and networking applications to provide reliable communication between microcontrollers and RS-232-based devices such as routers, switches, and servers.
5. Data Acquisition Systems: The MAX3232IDBR is used in data acquisition systems to provide reliable communication between microcontrollers and RS-232-based data acquisition devices.

Overall, the MAX3232IDBR is a versatile and reliable RS-232 transceiver that is widely used in a variety of applications where TTL and RS-232 devices need to communicate with each other. Its low power consumption, high-speed operation, and built-in protection features make it a popular choice for many designers and engineers.

MAX3232IDBR Documents

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