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- Maxim
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Maxim MAX3221E/MAX3223E/MAX3243E RS-232 Transceiver User Manual
The MAX3221E, MAX3223E, and MAX3243E are 3‑V‑powered RS‑232 transceivers with automatic shutdown/wakeup, high‑data‑rate capability, and +15 kV ESD protection. They are intended for notebook, handheld, and peripheral applications such as printers and cellular phones.
Key features include Maxim’s AutoShutdown technology that reduces supply current to about 1 µA when no valid RS‑232 signals are present, dual charge‑pump voltage conversion for true RS‑232 levels, and a variety of package options (TQFN, SSOP, TSSOP). The manual provides pin descriptions, electrical and timing specifications, and wiring diagrams for proper integration.
Maxim MAX324 specifications
| Supply Voltage Range | +3.0 V to +5.5 V |
|---|---|
| Data Rate | 250 kbps |
| Supply Current (AutoShutdown) | 10 nA |
| ESD Protection (Human Body Model) | +15 kV |
| Number of Drivers / Receivers | 5 drivers, 3 receivers |
All Maxim MAX324 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
- Maxim MAX3238E/MAX3248E Datasheet 14 p
- Maxim MAX3224E/MAX3225E/MAX3226E/MAX3227E/MAX3244E/MAX3245E Datasheet 21 p
- Maxim MAX323/MAX324/MAX325 Precision Single‑Supply SPST Analog Switches Datasheet 12 p
- Maxim MAX3222/MAX3232/MAX3237/MAX3241 Datasheet 16 p
- MAXIM INTEGRATED PRODUCTS MAX3222/MAX3232/MAX3237/MAX3241* 3.0V to 5.5V Low-Power up to 1Mbps True RS-232 Transceivers Using Four 0.1 F External Capacitors handbook 17 p
- Maxim MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E/MAX3246E Datasheet 26 p
- Maxim MAX3221/MAX3223/MAX3243 RS-232 Transceiver Datasheet 16 p
- Maxim MAX3224/MAX3227/MAX3244/MAX3245 RS-232 Transceiver Datasheet 22 p
- Maxim MAX3224E/MAX3225E/MAX3226E/MAX3227E/MAX3244E/MAX3245E Datasheet 26 p
- Maxim MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E Datasheet 20 p
- Maxim MAX3221E/MAX3223E/MAX3243E Datasheet 16 p
- Maxim MAX3222/MAX3232/MAX3237/MAX3241 Datasheet 16 p
- Maxim MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E/MAX3246E Datasheet 26 p
- Maxim MAX3238E/MAX3248E RS-232 Transceiver Datasheet 14 p
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- MAXIM MAX3224 MAX3227/MAX3244/MAX3245 handbook
- MAXIM MAX3224E MAX3227E/MAX3244E/MAX3245E Manual
- MAXIM MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E /MAX3246E handbook
- MAXIM MAX3221/MAX3223/MAX3243* Manual
- MAXIM INTEGRATED PRODUCTS MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E† /MAX3246E ±15kV ESD-Protected Down to 10nA 3.0V to 5.5V Up to 1Mbps True RS-232 Transceivers handbook
- MAXIM MAX3221E/MAX3223E/MAX3243E handbook
Questions answered in these manuals
What supply voltage range does the MAX3238E/MAX3248E support?
The devices operate from +3.0 V up to +5.5 V.
How much current does the transceiver draw in AutoShutdown mode?
In AutoShutdown Plus mode the supply current is reduced to 10 nA, and can drop to 1 pA after 30 seconds of inactivity.
What is the maximum data rate for the MAX3224E?
The MAX3224E guarantees a maximum data rate of 250 kbps.
From: Maxim MAX3224E/MAX3225E/MAX3226E/MAX3227E/MAX3244E/MAX3245E Datasheet
What supply voltage range can the devices operate from?
The devices operate from a 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply.
From: Maxim MAX3224E/MAX3225E/MAX3226E/MAX3227E/MAX3244E/MAX3245E Datasheet
What supply voltage range do the MAX323/324/325 operate from?
They operate from +2.7 V to +16 V.
From: Maxim MAX323/MAX324/MAX325 Precision Single‑Supply SPST Analog Switches Datasheet
What is the typical on‑resistance of these switches?
The on‑resistance is 33 Ω typical and up to 60 Ω maximum.
From: Maxim MAX323/MAX324/MAX325 Precision Single‑Supply SPST Analog Switches Datasheet
