MAX213EEWI

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Communication and Networking
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power RS-232 transceiver
• Package: 28-pin Wide SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: Provides a complete interface between microcontrollers or UARTs and serial communication lines
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, with 250 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: +3.0V to +5.5V
• Data Rate: Up to 120kbps
• Number of Channels: 2
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• ESD Protection: ±15kV Human Body Model

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. VCC
2. GND
3. T1OUT
4. R1IN
5. R1OUT
6. T1IN
7. C1-
8. C1+
9. SHDN
10. T2OUT
11. R2IN
12. R2OUT
13. T2IN
14. C2-
15. C2+
16. VCC
17. GND
18. NC
19. NC
20. NC
21. NC
22. NC
23. NC
24. NC
25. NC
26. NC
27. NC
28. NC

Functional Features

• Supports RS-232 voltage levels
• Integrated charge pump for voltage level conversion
• Low power consumption
• AutoShutdown Plus feature for power savings
• Enhanced electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection
• Suitable for battery-powered applications

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed data transmission - Low power consumption - Compact package size - Robust ESD protection

Disadvantages: - Limited number of channels (2) - Requires external capacitors for voltage level conversion

Working Principles

The MAX213EEWI is a high-speed RS-232 transceiver that operates as an interface between microcontrollers or UARTs and serial communication lines. It utilizes a charge pump to convert the logic-level signals from the microcontroller to RS-232 voltage levels. The transceiver supports data rates up to 120kbps and operates within a wide supply voltage range of +3.0V to +5.5V. It also incorporates the AutoShutdown Plus feature, which reduces power consumption when the device is not actively transmitting or receiving data.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX213EEWI is commonly used in various communication and networking applications, including:

1. Personal Computers: Enables serial communication between PCs and peripheral devices such as modems, printers, and barcode scanners.
2. Industrial Automation: Facilitates communication between PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and other industrial equipment.
3. Embedded Systems: Provides a reliable interface for microcontrollers and embedded systems to communicate with external devices.
4. Medical Devices: Allows medical equipment to transmit data to external devices for monitoring and analysis.
5. Automotive Electronics: Used in automotive diagnostic tools and OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) systems for vehicle communication.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX232: Similar functionality, but operates at lower data rates (up to 20kbps).
2. MAX3232: Provides compatibility with both RS-232 and TTL logic levels.
3. MAX485: Designed for half-duplex RS-485 communication, suitable for long-distance transmission.

These alternative models offer similar features and can be considered based on specific application requirements.

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