Overview
The MAX232IDRG4, produced by Texas Instruments, is a dual driver/receiver integrated circuit designed to meet or exceed the TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU recommendation V.28 standards. This device is part of the MAX232 family and is specifically packaged in a 16-pin SOIC (D) package. It is widely used for converting TTL/CMOS logic levels to RS-232 levels and vice versa, making it a crucial component in various communication systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 5V | V |
| Supply Current | 8 mA (typical) | mA |
| Data Rate | Up to 120 kbit/s | kbit/s |
| Input Levels | ±30V | V |
| Output Voltage (High-Level) | 5 to 7 V | V |
| Output Voltage (Low-Level) | -7 to -5 V | V |
| ESD Protection | Exceeds JESD 22 - 2000V Human-body model (A114-A) | V |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C | °C |
| Package Type | SOIC (D) 16 pins |
Key Features
- Meets or exceeds TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU recommendation V.28 standards.
- Operates from a single 5V power supply with 1µF charge-pump capacitors.
- Two drivers and two receivers.
- Accepts ±30V input levels.
- Low supply current: 8mA typical.
- ESD protection exceeds JESD 22 - 2000V Human-body model (A114-A).
- Each receiver converts TIA/EIA-232-F inputs to 5V TTL/CMOS levels with a typical threshold of 1.3V and a typical hysteresis of 0.5V.
Applications
- TIA/EIA-232-F compliant systems.
- Battery-powered systems.
- Terminals.
- Modems.
- Computers.
Q & A
- What is the MAX232IDRG4 used for? The MAX232IDRG4 is used for converting TTL/CMOS logic levels to RS-232 levels and vice versa.
- What is the supply voltage for the MAX232IDRG4? The supply voltage is 5V.
- What is the typical supply current of the MAX232IDRG4? The typical supply current is 8mA.
- What is the maximum data rate supported by the MAX232IDRG4? The maximum data rate is up to 120 kbit/s.
- What kind of ESD protection does the MAX232IDRG4 have? The MAX232IDRG4 has ESD protection that exceeds JESD 22 - 2000V Human-body model (A114-A).
- What are the input levels that the MAX232IDRG4 can accept? The MAX232IDRG4 can accept ±30V input levels.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MAX232IDRG4? The operating temperature range is 0 to 70°C.
- In what package is the MAX232IDRG4 available? The MAX232IDRG4 is available in a 16-pin SOIC (D) package.
- What are some common applications of the MAX232IDRG4? Common applications include TIA/EIA-232-F compliant systems, battery-powered systems, terminals, modems, and computers.
- Can the MAX232IDRG4 be upgraded for better ESD protection? Yes, an upgrade with improved ESD (15kV HBM) and 0.1µF charge-pump capacitors is available with the MAX202 device.
