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MAX481ECPA 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 DIP under the Maxim Integrated brand listing. IC TXRX RS485/RS422 LOWPWR 8-DIP. TrustCompo combines the available model, brand, hierarchy, and specification details around MAX481ECPA so buyers can move faster from review to quotation.
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Series
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Min Quantity
1
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)Sub Category
Interface - Drivers, Receivers, TransceiversDescription
IC TXRX RS485/RS422 LOWPWR 8-DIP
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General Description
The MAX481E, MAX483E, MAX485E, MAX487E–MAX491E, and MAX1487E are low-power transceivers for RS-485 and RS-422 communications in harsh environments. Each driver output and receiver input is protected against ±15kV electro static discharge (ESD) shocks, without latchup.
These parts contain one driver and one receiver.
The MAX483E, MAX487E, MAX488E, and MAX489E feature reduced slew rate drivers that minimize EMI and reduce reflections caused by improperly terminated cables, thus allowing error-free data transmission up to 250kbps.
The driver slew rates of the MAX481E, MAX485E, MAX490E, MAX491E, and MAX1487E are not limited, allowing them to transmit up to 2.5Mbps.
Features
♦ ESD Protection: ±15kV—Human Body Model
♦ Slew-Rate Limited for Error-Free Data Transmission (MAX483E/487E/488E/489E)
♦ Low Quiescent Current: 120µA (MAX483E/487E/488E/489E) 230µA (MAX1487E) 300µA (MAX481E/485E/490E/491E)
♦ -7V to +12V Common-Mode Input Voltage Range
♦ Three-State Outputs
♦ 30ns Propagation Delays, 5ns Skew (MAX481E/485E/490E/491E/1487E)
♦ Full-Duplex and Half-Duplex Versions Available
♦ Allows up to 128 Transceivers on the Bus (MAX487E/MAX1487E)
♦ Current Limiting and
Thermal Shutdown for Driver Overload ProtectionApplications Low-Power RS-485 Transceivers Low-Power RS-422 Transceivers Level Translators Transceivers for EMI-Sensitive Applications Industrial-Control Local Area Networks
The MAX481E, MAX483E, MAX485E, MAX487E–MAX491E, and MAX1487E are low-power transceivers for RS-485 and RS-422 communications in harsh environments. Each driver output and receiver input is protected against ±15kV electro static discharge (ESD) shocks, without latchup.
These parts contain one driver and one receiver.
The MAX483E, MAX487E, MAX488E, and MAX489E feature reduced slew rate drivers that minimize EMI and reduce reflections caused by improperly terminated cables, thus allowing error-free data transmission up to 250kbps.
The driver slew rates of the MAX481E, MAX485E, MAX490E, MAX491E, and MAX1487E are not limited, allowing them to transmit up to 2.5Mbps.
Features
♦ ESD Protection: ±15kV—Human Body Model
♦ Slew-Rate Limited for Error-Free Data Transmission (MAX483E/487E/488E/489E)
♦ Low Quiescent Current: 120µA (MAX483E/487E/488E/489E) 230µA (MAX1487E) 300µA (MAX481E/485E/490E/491E)
♦ -7V to +12V Common-Mode Input Voltage Range
♦ Three-State Outputs
♦ 30ns Propagation Delays, 5ns Skew (MAX481E/485E/490E/491E/1487E)
♦ Full-Duplex and Half-Duplex Versions Available
♦ Allows up to 128 Transceivers on the Bus (MAX487E/MAX1487E)
♦ Current Limiting and
Thermal Shutdown for Driver Overload ProtectionApplications Low-Power RS-485 Transceivers Low-Power RS-422 Transceivers Level Translators Transceivers for EMI-Sensitive Applications Industrial-Control Local Area Networks
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Product Parameter
Propagation Delay
60 ns
Product Parameter
Power Supplies
5V
Product Parameter
Receive Delay-Max
200 ns
Product Parameter
Voltage - Supply
4.75V~5.25V
Export Classifications & Environmental
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
1 (Unlimited)
Export Classifications & Environmental
RoHS Status
RoHS non-compliant
Propagation Delay
60 ns
Power Supplies
5V
Receive Delay-Max
200 ns
Voltage - Supply
4.75V~5.25V
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)
1 (Unlimited)
RoHS Status
RoHS non-compliant
REACH SVHC
No SVHC
JESD-609 Code
e0
HTSUS
8542.39.0001
ECCN Code
EAR99
Mounting Type
Through Hole
REACH Status
REACH Unaffected
ECCN
EAR99
Packaging
Tube
Lead Free
Contains Lead
Part Status
Obsolete
Categories
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Terminal Position
DUAL
Supply Voltage
5V
Technology
CMOS
Simplex/Duplex
Half Duplex
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)
245
Output Polarity
COMPLEMENTARY
Operating Temperature
0°C~70°C
Manufacturer
Maxim Integrated
Package / Case
8-DIP (0.300, 7.62mm)
Number Of Drivers/Receivers
1/1
Subcategory
Line Driver or Receivers
Sub-Categories
Interface - Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers
Type
Transceiver
Number Of Functions
1
Operating Supply Voltage
5V
Pbfree Code
no
Radiation Hardening
No
Mount
Through Hole
Width
7.87mm
Number Of Pins
8
Number Of Terminations
8
Pin Count
8
Nominal Supply Current
500μA
Terminal Pitch
2.54mm
Differential Output
YES
Input Characteristics
DIFFERENTIAL SCHMITT TRIGGER
Driver Number Of Bits
1
Output Low Current-Max
0.004A
Receiver Number Of Bits
1
Published
1995
Number Of Transceivers
1
Max Power Dissipation
727mW
Protocol
RS422, RS485
Interface
RS-422, RS-485
Height
4.572mm
Length
9.91mm
Output Voltage
3V
Duplex
Half
Receiver Hysteresis
70mV
Data Rate
2.5Mbps
Base Part Number
MAX481
Manufacturer'S Part No.
MAX481ECPA
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MAX481ECPA is listed with package reference DIP. The current product description is IC TXRX RS485/RS422 LOWPWR 8-DIP, and buyers should confirm package, footprint, and electrical details against the datasheet or quotation notes before approval.
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