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Maxim MAX3483/MAX3485/MAX3486/MAX3488/MAX3490/MAX3491 Datasheet
The MAX3483 through MAX3491 are 3.3V, low-power transceivers designed for RS-485 and RS-422 communication applications. Each part contains one driver and one receiver, with options available for both half-duplex and full-duplex modes depending on the specific model number.
These devices feature slew-rate limited drivers to minimize EMI and reduce reflections caused by improperly terminated cables, ensuring error-free data transmission at rates up to 250kbps or higher. They include short-circuit current limiting and thermal shutdown circuitry for driver overload protection, as well as a fail-safe receiver input that guarantees a logic-high output if both inputs are open circuit.
Maxim MAX3486 specifications
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V (Single Supply) |
|---|---|
| Maximum Data Rate | 10Mbps |
| Common-Mode Input Voltage Range | -7V to +12V |
| Shutdown Current | 2nA (MAX3483/MAX3485/MAX3486/MAX3491) |
Source: Maxim MAX3483/MAX3485/MAX3486/MAX3488/MAX3490/MAX3491 Datasheet
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Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum data rate for the MAX3485?
The MAX3485 transmits at up to 10Mbps.
From: Maxim MAX3483/MAX3485/MAX3486/MAX3488/MAX3490/MAX3491 Datasheet
Are these transceivers compatible with +5V logic?
Yes, they are interoperable with +5V logic.
From: Maxim MAX3483/MAX3485/MAX3486/MAX3488/MAX3490/MAX3491 Datasheet
What is the maximum data rate of the MAX3486 transceiver?
The MAX3486 can transmit at up to 2.5 Mbps.
How many transceivers can be placed on a single bus?
Up to 32 transceivers can be connected on the bus.
