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Maxim MAX212 RS-232 Transceiver Datasheet
The MAX212 RS‑232 transceiver from Maxim operates from a single 3.0 V to 3.6 V supply and provides true RS‑232 voltage levels while consuming minimal power. It features three drivers and five receivers, a guaranteed 120 kbps data rate, and a shutdown mode that reduces supply current to 1 µA, extending battery life in portable applications.
The device is offered in 24‑pin SSOP and wide‑SO packages and includes an evaluation kit for quick testing. Detailed electrical, timing, and pin‑description specifications are provided, along with guidelines for interfacing to 5 V logic and driving serial mice.
Maxim MAX212 specifications
| Operating Voltage Range | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
|---|---|
| Shutdown Supply Current | 1 µA |
| Supply Current (unloaded) | 1.5 mA to 3.0 mA |
| Data Rate (guaranteed) | 120 kbps |
| Package Types | 24‑pin SSOP or Wide SO |
| Number of Drivers / Receivers | 3 drivers, 5 receivers |
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the operating voltage range of the MAX212?
The MAX212 operates from 3.0 V up to 3.6 V.
How much current does the MAX212 draw in shutdown mode?
In shutdown mode the device draws only about 1 µA.
What is the operating frequency range of the MAX2120?
The MAX2120 operates from 925 MHz up to 2175 MHz.
From: Maxim MAX2120 Direct-Conversion Tuner for DVB‑S and Free‑to‑Air Applications Datasheet
How much total gain‑control range does the MAX2120 provide?
It provides more than 80 dB of gain‑control range.
From: Maxim MAX2120 Direct-Conversion Tuner for DVB‑S and Free‑to‑Air Applications Datasheet
What is the frequency range of the MAX2121 tuner?
The MAX2121 operates from 925 MHz up to 2175 MHz.
From: Maxim MAX2121 Complete Direct‑Conversion L‑Band Tuner Datasheet
What supply voltage does the MAX2121 require?
The device is specified for a supply voltage between 3.13 V and 3.47 V.
From: Maxim MAX2121 Complete Direct‑Conversion L‑Band Tuner Datasheet