ICL3232E: ±15kV ESD Protected, +3V to +5.5V, 1µA, 250kbps, RS-232 Transmitters/Receivers

The Intersil ICL32xxE devices are 3.0V to 5.5V powered RS-232 transmitters/receivers which meet ElA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 specifications, even at VCC = 3.0V. Additionally, they provide ±15kV ESD protection (IEC61000-4-2 Air Gap and Human Body Model) on transmitter outputs and receiver inputs (RS-232 pins). Targeted applications are PDAs, Palmtops, and notebook and laptop computers where the low operational, and even lower standby, power consumption is critical. Efficient on-chip charge pumps, coupled with manual and automatic power-down functions (except for the ICL3232E), reduce the standby supply current to a 1µA trickle. Small footprint packaging, and the use of small, low value capacitors ensure board space savings as well. Data rates greater than 250kbps are guaranteed at worst case load conditions. This family is fully compatible with 3.3V-only systems, mixed 3.3V and 5.0V systems, and 5.0V-only systems.

The ICL324XE are 3-driver, 5-receiver devices that provide a complete serial port suitable for laptop or notebook computers. Both devices also include noninverting always-active receivers for "wake-up" capability.

The ICL3221E, ICL3223E and ICL3243E, feature an automatic power-down function which powers down the on-chip power-supply and driver circuits. This occurs when an attached peripheral device is shut off or the RS-232 cable is removed, conserving system power automatically without changes to the hardware or operating system. These devices power up again when a valid RS-232 voltage is applied to any receiver input.

Key Features
  • ESD Protection for RS-232 I/O Pins to ±15kV (IEC61000)
  • Drop in Replacements for MAX3221E, MAX3222E, MAX3223E, MAX3232E, MAX3241E, MAX3243E, SP3243E
  • ICL3221E is a Low Power, Pin Compatible Upgrade for 5V MAX221E
  • ICL3222E is a Low Power, Pin Compatible Upgrade for 5V MAX242E, and SP312E
  • ICL3232E is a Low Power Upgrade for HIN232E, ICL232 and Pin Compatible Competitor Devices
  • RS-232 Compatible with VCC = 2.7V
  • Meets EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 Specifications at 3V
  • Latch-Up Free
  • On-Chip Voltage Converters Require Only Four External 0.1µF Capacitors
  • Manual and Automatic Power-Down Features
  • Guaranteed Mouse Driveability (ICL324xE Only)
  • Receiver Hysteresis For Improved Noise Immunity
  • Guaranteed Minimum Data Rate: 250kbps
  • Wide Power Supply Range: Single +3V to +5.5V
  • Low Supply Current in Power-Down State: 1µA
  • Pb-Free Available (RoHS Compliant)
Applications
  • Any System Requiring RS-232 Communication Ports
    • Battery Powered, Hand-Held, and Portable Equipment
    • Laptop Computers, Notebooks, Palmtops
    • Modems, Printers and other Peripherals
    • Digital Cameras
    • Cellular/Mobile Phones
Typical Diagram
Application Notes
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
AN9863: 3V to +5.5V, 250k-1Mbps, RS-232 Transmitters/ReceiversPDF13 Nov 201495 KB
Datasheets
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
ICL3221E, ICL3222E, ICL3223E, ICL3232E, ICL3241E, ICL3243E DatasheetPDF09 Dec 2015745 KB
Tech Briefs
TitleTypeUpdatedSizeOther Languages
TB363: Guidelines for Handling and Processing Moisture Sensitive Surface Mount Devices (SMDs)PDF13 Jan 201529 KB
Order Information
Part NumberPackage TypeWeight(g)PinsMSL RatingPeak Temp (°C)RoHS Status
ICL3232ECA16 Ld SSOP0.14161240
ICL3232ECA-T16 Ld SSOP T+R0.14161240
ICL3232ECAZ16 Ld SSOP0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232ECAZ-T16 Ld SSOP T+R0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232ECB16 Ld SOIC0.45161240
ICL3232ECB-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.45161240
ICL3232ECBN16 Ld SOIC0.14161240
ICL3232ECBN-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.14161240
ICL3232ECBNZ16 Ld SOIC0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232ECBNZ-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232ECBZ16 Ld SOIC0.45163260RoHS
ICL3232ECBZ-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.45163260RoHS
ICL3232ECV-1616 Ld TSSOP0.054161240
ICL3232ECV-16T16 Ld TSSOP T+R0.054161240
ICL3232ECV-16Z16 Ld TSSOP0.054161260RoHS
ICL3232ECV-16Z-T16 Ld TSSOP T+R0.054161260RoHS
ICL3232ECV-2020 Ld TSSOP0.072201240
ICL3232ECV-20T20 Ld TSSOP T+R0.072201240
ICL3232ECV-20Z20 Ld TSSOP0.072203260RoHS
ICL3232ECV-20ZT20 Ld TSSOP T+R0.072203260RoHS
ICL3232EFV-16Z16 Ld TSSOP0.054161260RoHS
ICL3232EFV-16Z-T16 Ld TSSOP T+R0.054161260RoHS
ICL3232EIA16 Ld SSOP0.14161240
ICL3232EIA-T16 Ld SSOP T+R0.14161240
ICL3232EIAZ16 Ld SSOP0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232EIAZ-T16 Ld SSOP T+R0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232EIB16 Ld SOIC0.45161240
ICL3232EIB-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.45161240
ICL3232EIBNZ16 Ld SOIC0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232EIBNZ-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.14163260RoHS
ICL3232EIBZ16 Ld SOIC0.45163260RoHS
ICL3232EIBZ-T16 Ld SOIC T+R0.45163260RoHS
ICL3232EIV-1616 Ld TSSOP0.054161240
ICL3232EIV-16T16 Ld TSSOP T+R0.054161240
ICL3232EIV-16Z16 Ld TSSOP0.054161260RoHS
ICL3232EIV-16Z-T16 Ld TSSOP T+R0.054161260RoHS
ICL3232EIV-2020 Ld TSSOP0.072201240
ICL3232EIV-20T20 Ld TSSOP T+R0.072201240
ICL3232EIV-20Z20 Ld TSSOP0.072203260RoHS
ICL3232EIV-20ZT20 Ld TSSOP T+R0.072203260RoHS
ICL3221E, ICL3222E, ICL3223E, ICL3232E, ICL3241E, ICL3243E Datasheet 09 Dec 2015
16 Ld SSOP T+R ICL3232E
16 Ld SOIC HI-201HS
16 Ld SOIC T+R ISL84523
16 Ld TSSOP T+R ISL84523
20 Ld TSSOP ISL22346WM
ICL3232E IBIS Model 06 Nov 2014
ICL3232EA IBIS Model 06 Nov 2014
ICL3232E
AN9863: 3V to +5.5V, 250k-1Mbps, RS-232 Transmitters/Receivers 13 Nov 2014
TB363: Guidelines for Handling and Processing Moisture Sensitive Surface Mount Devices (SMDs) 13 Jan 2015