Description

The MAX3232CDR is a receiver-transmitter device used in electronic components. It belongs to the MAX3222/MAX3232/MAX3237/MAX3241 transceiver series, featuring a low-dropout transmitter output stage that enables real RS-232 performance on a wide range of power supply from 3.0V to 5.5V. With its dual charge pump, it only requires four small 0.1µF external charge pump capacitors. It can run at data rates of 120kbps while maintaining RS-232 output levels, and is suitable for various applications.

Specifications and features

• Proprietary low-dropout transmitter output stage
• RS-232 performance on a 3.0V to 5.5V power supply
• Dual charge pump
• Requires four small 0.1µF external charge pump capacitors
• Runs at data rates of 120kbps
• Guaranteed RS-232 output levels

Application Scenarios

The MAX3232CDR can be used in various applications such as:

• Notebook, subnotebook, and palmtop computers
• High-speed modems
• Battery-powered equipment
• Hand-held equipment
• Peripherals
• Printers

Comparison

• Low-dropout transmitter output stage allows for true RS-232 performance at a wide range of power supply
• Requires only four small external charge pump capacitors
• Guaranteed to run at data rates of 120kbps while maintaining RS-232 output levels

• The MAX3232CDR does not support data rates higher than 120kbps
• Other transceiver models may have more advanced features