MAX13486EESA+

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX13486EESA+ is a +5V, half-duplex RS-485/RS-422 transceiver featuring one driver and one receiver in an 8-pin SO package. It supports data rates up to 16Mbps with unrestricted slew rate. The device operates on a 4.75V to 5.25V supply, drawing 4.5mA during operation and 10µA in shutdown mode. It includes fail-safe circuitry guaranteeing a logic-high output for open or shorted inputs, hot-swap capability for live insertion, and ±15kV ESD protection on A/B pins. Operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Unrestricted driver slew rate enables high-speed transmission up to 16Mbps.
• Fail-safe receiver guarantees a logic-high output when inputs are open or shorted.
• Hot-swap capability prevents false transitions during power-up or live board insertion.
• 1/4-unit load receiver input impedance allows connection of up to 128 transceivers on the bus.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Utility Meters
• Industrial Controls
• Industrial Motor Drives
• Automated HVAC Systems

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the component matches the specific 'MAX13486EESA+' designation, ensuring it corresponds to the unrestricted slew-rate variant rather than the slew-limited MAX13485E. Confirm the suffix indicates lead-free construction and the package is standard 8-pin SO. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest documentation to ensure current production status and compliance with RoHS standards before finalizing orders.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when high-speed data transmission up to 16Mbps is required over RS-485 or RS-422 networks. It is suitable for applications demanding robust ESD protection and hot-swap functionality without the need for automatic direction control found in other variants. Ensure the system design accommodates the unrestricted slew rate by properly terminating transmission lines to minimize reflections and electromagnetic interference.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This device belongs to the MAX13485E/MAX13486E family of half-duplex transceivers designed for +5V operation. While the MAX13485E features reduced slew rates for lower EMI at speeds up to 500kbps, the MAX13486E removes these limitations to support higher data rates. Both share identical pinouts, fail-safe features, and packaging options, differing primarily in their driver speed capabilities.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

The MAX13485EESA+ serves as a functional substitute if the application does not require speeds exceeding 500kbps. For integrated isolation with auto-direction, consider the MAX22025/F series, though pinouts and voltage requirements differ significantly from this standard SOIC-8 part.