The MAX3223 is a serial communication interface chip with ±15kV ESD protection, which meets the requirements of TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU v.28 standards, and can operate at a voltage of 3-5.5V and a data transmission rate of 250kbit/s.
The MAX3223 is a dual-channel RS-232 transceiver designed for battery-powered systems such as PDAs, notebooks, and hand-held equipment. It integrates two line drivers, two line receivers, and a dual charge-pump circuit with +15-kV ESD protection to interface asynchronous communication controllers with serial-port connectors.
The device operates from a single 3-V to 5.5-V supply voltage and supports data signaling rates up to 250 kbit/s. It features flexible power management options, including an auto-powerdown mode that disables driver outputs when no valid RS-232 signal is sensed, reducing supply current to approximately 1 µA.
| Supply Voltage Range | 3 V to 5.5 V |
|---|---|
| Maximum Data Rate | 250 kbit/s |
| ESD Protection Level | +15-kV |
| Number of Drivers and Receivers | Two Drivers and Two Receivers |
| Typical Standby Current | 1 µA |
The device operates with a single supply voltage ranging from 3 V to 5.5 V.
The MAX3223 can operate at data signaling rates up to 250 kbit/s.
Yes, it includes +15-kV ESD protection pin to pin for serial-port connection pins.