The MAX3238 true RS-232 transceiver achieves a 1µA supply current with Maxim's revolutionary AutoShutdown Plus™ feature. When the device does not sense a valid signal transition on either the receiver or transmitter inputs within 30sec, the on-board power supply and drivers shut down. This occurs if the RS-232 cable is disconnected or if the transmitters of the connected peripheral are inactive. The system turns on again when a valid transition is applied to any RS-232 receiver or transmitter input, saving power without changes to the existing BIOS or operating system. The MAX3238 5-driver/3-receiver complete serial port is a 3V-powered EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 communications interface intended for notebook or subnotebook computer applications. A proprietary, high-efficiency, dual charge-pump power supply and a low-dropout transmitter combine to deliver true RS-232 performance from a single +3.0V to +5.5V supply. A guaranteed data rate of 250kbps provides compatibility with popular software for communicating with personal computers. The MAX3238 requires only 0.1µF capacitors in 3.3V operation. It is ideal for 3.3V-only systems, mixed 3.3V and 5.0V systems, or 5V-only systems that require true RS-232 performance. Receiver R1 has an extra, always-active output (in addition to its standard output), which allows external devices, such as a modem, to be monitored without forward biasing the protection diodes in circuitry that may have VCC completely removed. The MAX3238 is available in a space-saving SSOP package.
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MAX3238 Data Sheet | MAX3238.pdf |
Part Number | VSUPPLY (V) | Tx | Rx | Data Rate (kbps) | ICC (mA) | Internal Charge Pump | Ext. Caps | Cap. Value (µF) | Rx Active in Shutdn | Package/Pins | Budgetary Price |
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MAX3238 | 3.3 5 | 5 | 3 | 250 | 0.5 | Yes | 4 | 0.1 | 0 | SSOP/28 | $3.85 @1k |
Part Number | Status | Recommended Replacement | Package | Temp | RoHS |
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MAX3238CAI | No Longer Available | MAX3238CAI+ | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | 0°C to +70°C | See data sheet |
MAX3238CAI+ | Active | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | 0°C to +70°C | Lead Free | |
MAX3238CAI+T | Active | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | 0°C to +70°C | Lead Free | |
MAX3238CAI-T | No Longer Available | MAX3238CAI+T | SSOP;28 pin | 0°C to +70°C | See data sheet |
MAX3238EAI | No Longer Available | MAX3238EAI+ | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | See data sheet |
MAX3238EAI+ | Active | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | Lead Free | |
MAX3238EAI+T | Active | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | Lead Free | |
MAX3238EAI-T | No Longer Available | MAX3238EAI+T | SSOP,;28 pin;81.6 mm² | -40°C to +85°C | See data sheet |