The MAX3362 is a low-power, high-performance RS-485/RS-422 transceiver operating from a single +3.3V power supply. It can achieve data rates up to 20Mbps with an output skew of less than 6ns. The driver and receiver propagation delays are guaranteed below 50ns. This fast switching and low skew make the MAX3362 ideal for multidrop clock/data distribution applications.
The MAX3362 is a low‑power, high‑speed transceiver for RS‑485/RS‑422 communication that operates from a single +3.3 V supply. It provides a differential driver and receiver, supports half‑duplex operation, and is suited for clock/data distribution, telecom, security, POS, and industrial control applications.
Key features include a guaranteed 20 Mbps data rate, ≤6 ns output skew, hot‑swap capability, low‑power shutdown mode (1 pA), and the ability to connect up to 256 transceivers on a single bus. The device is offered in an 8‑pin SOT‑23 package and qualified for industrial and automotive temperature ranges.
| Maximum Data Rate | 20 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | ‑40 °C to +125 °C (automotive variant) |
| Maximum Bus Load | 256 transceivers |
| Shutdown Supply Current | 1 pA |
The device supports a maximum data rate of 20 Mbps.
Up to 256 MAX3362 transceivers can be connected to a single bus.
In shutdown mode the MAX3362 draws only 1 pA.