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MAX3185EAP is a Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers model from Maxim Integrated, presented on TrustCompo for buyers who need clear sourcing and review context before RFQ. This listing sits in the Integrated Circuits (ICs) / Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers product path. Known package information currently points to SSOP under the Maxim Integrated brand listing. IC TXRX RS232 230KPBS 20-SSOP. TrustCompo combines the available model, brand, hierarchy, and specification details around MAX3185EAP so buyers can move faster from review to quotation.
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Series
-
Min Quantity
1
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)Sub Category
Interface - Drivers, Receivers, TransceiversDescription
IC TXRX RS232 230KPBS 20-SSOP
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Overview
The MAX3185 is a complete DTE RS-232 serial port designed to meet the stringent ESD requirements of the European community. All transmitter outputs and receiver inputs are protected to ±15kV using IEC 1000-4-2 Air-Gap Discharge, ±8kV using IEC 1000-4-2 Contact Discharge, and ±15kV using the Human Body Model.
The MAX3185 has three RS-232 transmitters, five RS-232 receivers, and no charge pump, optimizing it for operation in desktop PC and motherboard applications. It is guaranteed to run at data rates up to 230kbps, providing compatibility with popular software for communicating with personal computers. Power-supply current is less than 300µA for IDD and ISS, and less than 1mA for ICC.
The MAX3185 is pin and functionally compatible with the industry-standard 75185, so existing designs can instantly become EMC compliant.
The MAX3185 is available in an SO package and in the tiny SSOP that further reduces board space.
Features
♦ Enhanced ESD Protection: ±15kV—Human Body Model ±8kV—IEC1000-4-2, Contact Discharge ±15kV—IEC1000-4-2, Air-Gap Discharge
♦ Latchup Free During an ESD Event
♦ 20-Pin SSOP and SO Packages
♦ Guaranteed 230kbps Data Rate
♦ Flow-Through Pinout
♦ Pin Compatible with SN75C185
♦ Complete DTE Serial PortApplications Desktop PC Motherboards Instruments Equipment Meeting IEC1000-4-2
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Product Parameter
Terminal Finish
Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)
Product Parameter
Voltage - Supply
4.5V~5.5V
Product Parameter
Supply Current-Max
1.5mA
Product Parameter
Receive Delay-Max
4000 ns
Product Parameter
Power Supplies
5+-10.8/+-13.2V
Export Classifications & Environmental
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
1 (Unlimited)
Terminal Finish
Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)
Voltage - Supply
4.5V~5.5V
Supply Current-Max
1.5mA
Receive Delay-Max
4000 ns
Power Supplies
5+-10.8/+-13.2V
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status
RoHS non-compliant
JESD-609 Code
e0
HTSUS
8542.39.0001
ECCN Code
EAR99
JESD-30 Code
R-PDSO-G20
REACH Status
REACH Unaffected
ECCN
EAR99
Packaging
Tube
Mounting Type
Surface Mount
Part Status
Obsolete
Operating Temperature
-40°C~85°C
Categories
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Terminal Position
DUAL
Terminal Form
GULL WING
Supply Voltage
5V
Reach Compliance Code
not_compliant
Qualification Status
Not Qualified
Terminal Pitch
0.65mm
Technology
BICMOS
Package / Case
20-SSOP (0.209, 5.30mm Width)
HTS Code
8542.39.00.01
Manufacturer
Maxim Integrated
Width
5.29mm
Published
1996
Duplex
Full
Subcategory
Line Driver or Receivers
Sub-Categories
Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers
Type
Transceiver
Number Of Functions
1
Surface Mount
YES
Pbfree Code
no
Number Of Terminations
20
Pin Count
20
Length
7.2mm
Differential Output
No
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)
240
Output Polarity
INVERTED
Input Characteristics
SCHMITT TRIGGER
Protocol
RS232
Reflow Temperature-Max (S)
20
Number Of Drivers/Receivers
3/5
Receiver Hysteresis
650mV
Data Rate
230kbps
Driver Number Of Bits
3
Supply Voltage1-Nom
24V
Interface Standard
EIA-232
Out Swing-Min
10 V
Output Low Current-Max
0.0032A
Receiver Number Of Bits
5
Transmit Delay-Max
4000 ns
Base Part Number
MAX3185
Manufacturer'S Part No.
MAX3185EAP
Height Seated (Max)
1.99mm
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