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MAXIM INTEGRATED / ANALOG DEVICES MAX3491EESD RS-485 Transceiver

The MAX3491E is a low-power RS-485/RS-422 transceiver designed for industrial communication systems, providing reliable data transmission at up to 12Mbps. It features +15kV ESD protection on transceiver pins, slew-rate limiting for EMI reduction, and operates from a single 3.3V power supply without requiring charge pumps. Suitable for multipoint bus, line repeaters, and long cable applications over 4000 feet, it includes a power-down mode with ultra-low shutdown current, ensuring system efficiency. The device supports full-duplex communication with enable/disable controls for driver and receiver for flexible system design.

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MAXIM INTEGRATED / ANALOG DEVICES MAX3491EESD RS-485 Transceiver Specifications:

  • Supply Voltage Range: 3.0V to 3.6V
  • Maximum Data Rate: 12Mbps (MAX3490E/MAX3491E)
  • Slew-Rate Limiting: Yes (MAX3483E, MAX3488E)
  • ESD Protection: +15kV Human Body Model, +8kV IEC Contact Discharge, +15kV IEC Air-Gap Discharge
  • Driver Output Voltage: ±15V differential at RL=600Ω
  • Input Voltage Range: -7V to +12V (common-mode)
  • Receiver Output Voltage: Voh up to 4V, Vol down to 0V
  • Temperature Range: 0°C to +70°C (standard), -40°C to +85°C (extended)
  • Power Dissipation: Typical 2mA supply current in active mode
  • Shutdown Supply Current: < 2nA
  • Pinout: Industry-standard 75176 compatible
  • Full-duplex and Half-duplex options available
  • Driver Enable and Receiver Enable pins for control
  • Propagation delay: Typical under 50ns
  • Cable length: Up to 4000 feet with proper termination
  • Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C depending on model

Buy the Maxim MAX3491E – Reliable RS-485 Transceiver for Industrial Applications

Purchase the Maxim MAX3491E online today to ensure your industrial communication systems are robust, reliable, and efficient. This advanced RS-485 transceiver offers high ESD protection, slew-rate limiting to reduce EMI, and supports data rates up to 12Mbps. Operating at a low 3.3V supply, it provides full and half-duplex options, ideal for multipoint bus, line repeaters, and long cable runs exceeding 4000 feet. With ultra-low shutdown current and industry-standard pin configuration, the MAX3491E enhances system reliability and ease of integration for industrial networking, remote telemetry, and automation solutions.

Get Maxim MAX3491E today—built for reliable industrial data communication with high ESD protection and long-distance capability.

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