MAX13085EEPA+

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX13085EEPA+ is a +5.0V, half-duplex RS-485 transceiver featuring one driver and one receiver in an 8-pin PDIP package. It supports data rates up to 500kbps with slew-rate-limited drivers. The device includes fail-safe circuitry that guarantees a logic-high receiver output when inputs are open or shorted. It provides ±15kV ESD protection on I/O pins and incorporates hot-swap capability on the DE and RE inputs to prevent false transitions during power-up. Operating over the extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, it draws 1.8mA typical supply current.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Hot-swap input structures on DE and RE pins eliminate false bus transitions during board insertion or power-up sequences.
• True fail-safe receiver design ensures a logic-high output state when differential inputs are open, shorted, or disconnected from active drivers.
• Extended electrostatic discharge protection rated at ±15kV Human Body Model for robust RS-485 I/O pin reliability.
• Slew-rate limiting facilitates error-free data transmission by minimizing electromagnetic interference and cable reflections.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Utility Meters
• Industrial Control Systems
• Profibus Networks

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix EEPA against official documentation to confirm the 8-pin PDIP package and -40°C to +85°C temperature range. Confirm lead-free/RoHS compliance status as indicated by the plus sign. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet revision to ensure functional compatibility with existing designs.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring half-duplex communication with moderate speed requirements up to 500kbps. The integrated hot-swap feature makes it suitable for systems requiring board insertion while powered. Ensure the system operates within the specified +5.0V supply voltage and extended industrial temperature limits.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This device belongs to the MAX13080E–MAX13089E family of +5.0V RS-485 transceivers. It shares core architectural features such as fail-safe receivers and ESD protection with siblings like the MAX13084E and MAX13086E. The primary distinction lies in its specific configuration for half-duplex operation and its designated slew-rate limit for 500kbps performance.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

The MAX13084EEPA+ is a confirmed full-duplex alternative within the same family offering identical electrical characteristics and package options. Verify duplex mode requirements before substitution, as the pinout functions for driver enable and receiver output remain consistent across these variants.