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Maxim Integrated MAX3362 High-Speed RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver Datasheet
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.
Maxim MAX3362 specifications
| 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 |
Source: Maxim Integrated MAX3362 High-Speed RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver Datasheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum data rate of the MAX3362?
The device supports a maximum data rate of 20 Mbps.
From: Maxim Integrated MAX3362 High-Speed RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver Datasheet
How many transceivers can be placed on the same bus?
Up to 256 MAX3362 transceivers can be connected to a single bus.
From: Maxim Integrated MAX3362 High-Speed RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver Datasheet
What supply voltage does the MAX3362 require?
The device operates from a single +3.3 V supply (±5 %).
From: Maxim MAX3362 RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver Application Note
How many transceivers can be connected on the same bus?
Up to 256 MAX3362 transceivers can share the bus.
From: Maxim MAX3362 RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver Application Note