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MAX232D AI Analysis:
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MAX232D product

MAX232D

Drivers

RS-232Transceiver5V

The MAX232D is a standard dual RS-232 transceiver designed for 5V systems, providing reliable level conversion for serial communication.

Best for

  • Serial communication interfaces
  • Embedded systems

Avoid if

  • High-speed applications exceeding 120kbps
  • Systems requiring 3.3V logic levels without level shifting

Check before use

  • Capacitor placement and values

Key specifications

Supply Voltage
5V
Data Rate
120kbps
Package
SOP-16

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
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REACH
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MSL
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ECCN
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HTSUS
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Application

Industrial CommunicationGeneral Serial Interface

Datasheet

182c2374d2aad39946f39796061c026c_2212301709_Tokmas-MAX232D_C5342103.pdf

800 KB

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CAD Models

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Questions & answers

It is a dual-channel RS-232 transceiver that converts TTL/CMOS logic levels to TIA/EIA-232 levels, operating from a single 5V supply.