ADI MAX232AESE

Part points

• The MAX232AESE chip is a popular integrated circuit used in serial communication applications. It converts low-voltage TTL/CMOS signals to higher voltage RS-232 signals and vice versa, enabling communication between devices operating at different voltage levels. It includes charge pumps to generate the required voltages and provides 2 driver/receiver pairs. The chip is widely used for connecting microcontrollers, computers, and other devices with RS-232 interfaces.

• Equivalent

  Equivalent products of the MAX232AESE chip include the MAX232A, MAX232E, SP232E, and ST232CN. These chips are commonly used for converting RS232 signals to TTL/CMOS levels for communication between devices.

• Features

  The MAX232AESE is a 5V-powered RS-232 transceiver that consists of dual charge-pump voltage converters, an RS-232 receiver, and an RS-232 driver. It operates at data rates up to 120kbps and offers ±15kV ESD protection on its receiver inputs/outputs. It also has four integrated charge-pump capacitors and requires only four 0.1µF external charge-pump capacitors.

• Pinout

  The MAX232AESE is a 16-pin IC with dual driver and receiver functions. Its main purpose is to convert TTL/CMOS logic levels to RS-232 levels and vice versa. It requires a VCC supply of +5V and generates a ±10V RS-232 signal. The IC is commonly used for serial communication in applications such as microcontrollers, modems, and industrial equipment.

• Manufacturer

  The MAX232AESE is manufactured by Maxim Integrated Products. It is an American company that designs, develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Their products are used in various industries, including automotive, healthcare, industrial, and communications.

• Application Field

  The MAX232AESE is a dual RS-232 driver/receiver used for converting between logic-level signals and RS-232 voltage levels. It is commonly found in applications requiring RS-232 communication interfaces, such as computers, barcode scanners, printers, and industrial control systems.

• Package

  The MAX232AESE chip has a package type of Small Outline Integrated Circuit (SOIC), a form of surface-mount technology. Its size is 0.295" x 0.295" (7.499mm x 7.499mm).