Product Summary

The MAX3232ESE is a transceiver which has a proprietary low-dropout transmitter output stage enabling true RS-232 performance from a 3.0V to 5.5V supply with a dual charge pump. The devices require only four small 0.1μF external chargepump capacitors. The MAX3232ESE is guaranteed to run at data rates of 120kbps. Applications include Notebook, Subnotebook, and Palmtop Computers
High-Speed Modems, Battery-Powered Equipment, Hand-Held Equipment, Peripherals and Printers .

Parametrics

MAX3232ESE absolute maximum ratings: (1)VCC: -0.3V to +6V; (2)V+ (Note 1): -0.3V to +7V; (3)V- (Note 1): +0.3V to -7V; (4)V+ + V- (Note 1): +13V; (5)Storage Temperature Range: -65℃ to +150℃; (6)Lead Temperature (soldering, 10sec): +300℃.

Features

MAX3232ESE features: (1)Low Supply Current; (2)Guaranteed Data Rate: 120kbps; (3)Meets EIA/TIA-232 Specifications Down to 3.0V; (4)Pin Compatible with Industry-Standard MAX232; (5)Guaranteed Slew Rate: 6V/μs.

Diagrams

MAX3232ESE Pin Configurations 

Image Part No Mfg Description Data Sheet Download Pricing
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MAX3232ESE
MAX3232ESE

Maxim Integrated Products

RS-232 Interface IC

Data Sheet

Negotiable 
MAX3232ESE+
MAX3232ESE+

Maxim Integrated Products

RS-232 Interface IC 3-5.5V 1Mbps Transceiver

Data Sheet

0-1: $3.76
1-25: $2.52
25-50: $1.82
50-100: $1.80
MAX3232ESE+T
MAX3232ESE+T

Maxim Integrated Products

RS-232 Interface IC 3-5.5V 1Mbps Transceiver

Data Sheet

0-2080: $1.57
2080-2500: $1.57
MAX3232ESE-T
MAX3232ESE-T

Maxim Integrated Products

RS-232 Interface IC

Data Sheet

Negotiable