Overview
The SP232EEN-L is a high-performance, low-power RS-232 transceiver IC designed and manufactured by MaxLinear, Inc. This component is widely utilized in industrial and consumer applications, facilitating reliable and efficient serial communication between microcontrollers and peripheral devices. It is particularly suited for space-constrained applications due to its compact 16-pin SOIC package. The SP232EEN-L ensures dependable RS-232 communication, making it an indispensable component for critical systems in various industries.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage Range | 3.0V to 5.5V |
| Number of Channels | 4 drivers, 3 receivers |
| Data Rate | Up to 120 kbps |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| ESD Protection | Up to ±15 kV |
| Low Power Shutdown Mode | <1 μA |
| Quiescent Current | <1 mA |
| Package Type | NSOIC-16 (Narrow-Small Outline Integrated Circuit) |
Key Features
- Single-supply operation from +2.7V to +6.0V
- Low power shutdown mode (<1 μA)
- Data rate > 120 kbps
- RS-232 and RS-485 configurations
- Industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C)
- ESD protection up to ±15 kV
- Low quiescent current <1 mA
- Data compression algorithm for efficient transmission
- Real-time monitoring and diagnostics capabilities
- Synchronizing and buffering functions for smooth data flow
- Error detection and correction mechanisms
- Programmable data format and transmit enable (TE) logic input
- Patented AutoShutdownTM circuitry for power-saving
Applications
- Industrial automation systems for connecting PLCs, sensors, and control devices
- Communication systems for serial communication between microcontrollers, computers, and peripherals
- Embedded systems for interfacing with external devices and modules via RS-232 communication
- Test and measurement equipment for serial data transfer and communication with PCs or data loggers
- Modems, point-of-sale terminals, and industrial process control equipment
Q & A
- What is the operating voltage range of the SP232EEN-L? The operating voltage range is from +3.0V to +5.5V.
- What is the maximum data rate of the SP232EEN-L? The maximum data rate is up to 120 kbps.
- What type of package does the SP232EEN-L come in? The SP232EEN-L comes in an NSOIC-16 package.
- What is the ESD protection level of the SP232EEN-L? The ESD protection level is up to ±15 kV.
- What are the typical applications of the SP232EEN-L? Typical applications include industrial automation, communication systems, embedded systems, and test and measurement equipment.
- Does the SP232EEN-L support low power shutdown mode? Yes, it supports a low power shutdown mode with a current of less than 1 μA.
- What is the operating temperature range of the SP232EEN-L? The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C.
- Does the SP232EEN-L have real-time monitoring and diagnostics capabilities? Yes, it has real-time monitoring and diagnostics capabilities.
- What is the quiescent current of the SP232EEN-L? The quiescent current is less than 1 mA.
- Is the SP232EEN-L suitable for harsh industrial environments? Yes, it is designed for operation in harsh industrial environments.
