ISL8490E: ±15kV ESD Protected, 5V, 10Mbps, Full Duplex, RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver

The ISL8488E, ISL8489E, ISL8490E, ISL8491E devices are ESD protected, BiCMOS, 5V powered, single transceivers that meet both the RS-485 and RS-422 standards for balanced communication. Each driver output and receiver input is protected against ±15kV ESD strikes, without latch-up. Unlike competitive versions, these Intersil devices are specified for 10% tolerance supplies (4.5V to 5.5V).

These devices are configured for full duplex (separate Rx input and Tx output pins) applications, so they are ideal for RS-422 networks requiring high ESD tolerance on the bus pins. The ISL8488E, ISL8490E are 8 Ld versions without Rx and Tx output enables. The other two versions include Rx and Tx output enable pins in a standard 14 Ld pinout.

The ISL8488E, ISL8489E utilize slew rate limited drivers which reduce EMI, and minimize reflections from improperly terminated transmission lines, or unterminated stubs in multidrop and multipoint applications.

Data rates up to 10Mbps are achievable by using the ISL8490E, ISL8491E, which feature higher slew rates.

The devices present a "single unit load" to the RS-485 bus, which allows a total of 32 transmitters and receivers on the network. For "1/8 unit load" versions (256 devices on the bus), please refer to the ISL4489E, ISL4491E data sheet.

Receiver (Rx) inputs feature a "fail-safe if open" design, which ensures a logic high Rx output if Rx inputs are floating.

Driver (Tx) outputs are short circuit protected, even for voltages exceeding the power supply voltage. Additionally, on-chip thermal shutdown circuitry disables the Tx outputs to prevent damage if power dissipation becomes excessive.

Key Features
  • RS-485 I/O Pin ESD Protection ±15kV HBM
    • Class 3 ESD Level on all Other Pins >7kV HBM
  • High Data Rates (ISL8490E, ISL8491E) up to 10Mbps
  • Slew Rate Limited for Error Free Data Transmission (ISL8488E, ISL8489E)
  • Single Unit Load Allows up to 32 Devices on the Bus (See ISL4489E, ISL4491E for 256 Devices on Bus)
  • Low Quiescent Current:
    • 120µA (ISL8488E)
    • 140µA (ISL8489E)
    • 370µA (ISL8490E, ISL8491E)
  • -7V to +12V Common Mode Input Voltage Range
  • Three-State Rx and Tx Outputs (Except ISL8488E, ISL8490E)
  • Full Duplex Pinout
  • Operates from a Single +5V Supply (10% Tolerance)
  • Current Limiting and Thermal Shutdown for Driver Overload Protection
  • Pb-Free Plus Anneal Available (RoHS Compliant)
Applications
  • Factory Automation
  • Security Networks
  • Building Environmental Control Systems
  • Industrial/Process Control Networks
  • Level Translators (e.g., RS-232 to RS-422)
  • RS-232 "Extension Cords"
Typical Diagram
Application Notes
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
AN1979: Surge Protection simplified with Intersil’s Overvoltage Protected (OVP) TransceiversPDF24 Aug 2016250 KB
AN1978: Surge Protection for Intersil’s Standard RS-485 TransceiversPDF18 Aug 2016199 KB
AN1976: Important Transient Immunity Tests for RS-485 NetworksPDF10 Aug 2016156 KB
AN1977: Transient Voltage Suppressors: Operation and FeaturesPDF09 Aug 2016198 KB
AN1980: Ground Potential Differences: Origin and RemediesPDF29 Jul 2016198 KB
Datasheets
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
ISL8488E, ISL8489E, ISL8490E, ISL8491E DatasheetPDF17 Nov 2014464 KB
Tech Briefs
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
TB505: Understanding the Difference between HBM and IEC 61000-4-2 ESD ImmunityPDF29 Jul 2016121 KB
Order Information
Part NumberPackage TypeWeight(g)PinsMSL RatingPeak Temp (°C)RoHS Status
ISL8490EIBZ8 Ld SOIC0.07683260RoHS
ISL8490EIBZ-T8 Ld SOIC T+R0.07683260RoHS
ISL8488E, ISL8489E, ISL8490E, ISL8491E Datasheet 17 Nov 2014
8 Ld SOIC T+R ISL84514
ISL8490E IBIS Model 05 Feb 2015
ISL8491E
AN1979: Surge Protection simplified with Intersil’s Overvoltage Protected (OVP) Transceivers 24 Aug 2016
AN1978: Surge Protection for Intersil’s Standard RS-485 Transceivers 18 Aug 2016
AN1976: Important Transient Immunity Tests for RS-485 Networks 10 Aug 2016
AN1977: Transient Voltage Suppressors: Operation and Features 09 Aug 2016
AN1980: Ground Potential Differences: Origin and Remedies 29 Jul 2016
TB505: Understanding the Difference between HBM and IEC 61000-4-2 ESD Immunity 29 Jul 2016