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MAXIM INTEGRATED / ANALOG DEVICES MAX3161EEAG RS232 RS485 Transceiver

The MAX3161EEAG+ is a highly versatile, low-power transceiver designed for use in RS232, RS485, and RS422 communication protocols. It operates within a 3V to 5.5V supply range and features enhanced electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection up to ±15KV using the Human Body Model. The device is available in a 24-pin SSOP package and supports pin configuration for either two transmitters and receivers in RS232 mode or a single half/full duplex transceiver in RS485/RS422 mode. It incorporates a low dropout transmitter output stage and onboard dual charge pump circuitry, enabling compliant data transmission. The transceiver offers selectable transmitter slew rates to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and reflections, ensuring error-free data transmission at speeds up to 250 kbps with slew rate limiting, or up to 10 Mbps in RS485/RS422 mode when disabled. Additional features include bus management for up to 256 transceivers, operation over -40°C to 85°C, wire fault protection, true fail-safe receivers, short circuit and thermal protection, low shutdown power consumption, and integrated charge pump for space-saving implementation.

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MAXIM INTEGRATED / ANALOG DEVICES MAX3161EEAG RS232 RS485 Transceiver Specifications:

  • Supply Voltage Range: 3V to 5.5V
  • ESD Protection: up to ±15KV Human Body Model
  • Package: 24-pin SSOP
  • Pin configuration: supports dual RS232 transceivers or single RS485/RS422 transceiver
  • Data Transmission Speed: up to 250 kbps with slew rate limiting, up to 10 Mbps in RS485/RS422 mode when disabled
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
  • Protection Features: wire fault protection, short-circuit, thermal shutdown
  • Low Power Consumption: 10nA in shutdown mode
  • Integrated dual charge pump circuitry for space-saving design
  • Supports up to 256 transceivers on bus

Buy the Maxim Series MAX3161 RS232 RS485 Transceiver: MAX3161EEAG

Purchase the Maxim Series MAX3161EEAG today for robust RS232, RS485, and RS422 communication. This low-power transceiver offers enhanced ESD protection up to ±15KV, supports speeds up to 10 Mbps, and features onboard dual charge pump circuitry for space efficiency. Ideal for industrial control, networking, and point-of-sale applications, it supports up to 256 devices on a bus and operates reliably in a -40°C to 85°C temperature range. Ensure reliable, error-free data transfer with advanced protection features, low shutdown power, and versatile pin configuration.

Get Maxim Series MAX3161EEAG today—built for reliable multi-protocol communication with enhanced ESD protection and space-saving dual charge pump design.

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