What is MAX238EWG?
MAX238EWG is a Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers component from Maxim Integrated. This product page summarizes the core sourcing details buyers need before checking price, availability, documentation, or samples.
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IC TXRX QUAD RS232 5V 24-SOIC
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Min Quantity
1
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Interface - Drivers, Receivers, TransceiversDescription
IC TXRX QUAD RS232 5V 24-SOIC
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Product overview
Overview
The MAX220–MAX249 family of line drivers/receivers is intended for all EIA/TIA-232E and V.28/V.24 communications interfaces, particularly applications where ±12V is not available.
These parts are especially useful in battery-powered systems, since their low-power shutdown mode reduces power dissipation to less than 5µW.
The MAX225, MAX233, MAX235, and MAX245/MAX246/MAX247 use no external components and are recommended for applications where printed circuit board space is critical.Next-Generation Device
Features
♦ For Low-Voltage, Integrated ESD Applications MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E/ MAX3246E: +3.0V to +5.5V, Low-Power, Up to 1Mbps, True RS-232 Transceivers Using Four 0.1µF External Capacitors (MAX3246E Available in a UCSP™ Package)
♦ For Low-Cost Applications MAX221E: ±15kV ESD-Protected, +5V, 1µA, Single RS-232 Transceiver with AutoShutdown™ Applications Portable Computers Low-Power Modems Interface Translation Battery-Powered RS-232 Systems Multidrop RS-232 Networks
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Export Classifications & Environmental
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
1 (Unlimited)
Export Classifications & Environmental
RoHS Status
RoHS non-compliant
Export Classifications & Environmental
JESD-609 Code
e0
Export Classifications & Environmental
HTSUS
8542.39.0001
Export Classifications & Environmental
ECCN Code
EAR99
Product Parameter
Power Supplies
5V
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status
RoHS non-compliant
REACH SVHC
Unknown
JESD-609 Code
e0
HTSUS
8542.39.0001
ECCN Code
EAR99
Power Supplies
5V
Voltage - Supply
4.5V~5.5V
Logic Function
Receiver, Transceiver
Propagation Delay
10 μs
REACH Status
REACH Unaffected
ECCN
EAR99
Packaging
Tube
Lead Free
Contains Lead
Mounting Type
Surface Mount
Published
2004
Part Status
Obsolete
Simplex/Duplex
Full Duplex
Operating Temperature
-40°C~85°C
Categories
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Terminal Position
DUAL
Terminal Form
GULL WING
Supply Voltage
5V
Technology
CMOS
Height
2.35mm
Package / Case
24-SOIC (0.295, 7.50mm Width)
Manufacturer
Maxim Integrated
Interface
RS-232
Duplex
Full
Subcategory
Line Driver or Receivers
Sub-Categories
Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers
Type
Transceiver
Number Of Terminations
24
Pin Count
24
Operating Supply Voltage
5V
Width
7.6mm
Pbfree Code
no
Number Of Pins
24
Contact Plating
Tin
Radiation Hardening
No
Mount
Surface Mount
Number Of Functions
4
Nominal Supply Current
7mA
Length
13mm
Differential Output
No
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)
240
Output Polarity
INVERTED
Number Of Transceivers
1
Output Characteristics
TOTEM-POLE
Input Characteristics
SCHMITT TRIGGER
Protocol
RS232
Reflow Temperature-Max (S)
20
Operating Supply Current
15mA
Receiver Hysteresis
500mV
Additional Feature
EXTERNAL CHARGE PUMP
Number Of Receivers
4
Driver Number Of Bits
4
Data Rate
120Kbps
Weight
307.790773mg
Number Of Drivers/Receivers
4/4
Current Rating
7mA
Manufacturer'S Part No.
MAX238EWG
Base Part Number
MAX238
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MAX238EWG is listed with package reference 24-SOIC. The current product description is IC TXRX QUAD RS232 5V 24-SOIC, and buyers should confirm package, footprint, and electrical details against the datasheet or quotation notes before approval.
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Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers
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