MAX204CPE

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX204CPE is a +5V RS-232 transceiver featuring four drivers and no receivers, designed for single-supply operation. It utilizes an integrated charge pump to generate ±10V from a +5V input, eliminating the need for external bipolar supplies. The device supports data rates exceeding 120kbps with TTL/CMOS compatible inputs. It operates within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C and is housed in a 16-pin Plastic DIP package.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Integrated charge pump circuitry enables single +5V supply operation without requiring external bipolar voltage sources.
• Four independent drivers provide RS-232 signal conversion with TTL/CMOS logic compatibility.
• Internal 400kΩ pullup resistors on driver inputs simplify unused pin handling.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Battery-powered equipment
• Handheld devices
• Portable diagnostic equipment

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'CPE' against official documentation to confirm the 16-pin PDIP package and 0°C to +70°C operating temperature range. Ensure the component matches the four-driver configuration required for the target interface design.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this part when only transmission capability is needed, as it lacks receiver channels. Confirm that the application requires four distinct RS-32 output lines and can accommodate the necessary external 0.1µF capacitors for the charge pump circuit.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This component belongs to the MAX200-MAX209 family of +5V RS-232 transceivers. It shares the same internal architecture and charge pump technology as other members of the series but is distinguished by its specific count of drivers and absence of receivers.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

MAX202CPE provides two drivers and two receivers in the same package. MAX208CPE offers four drivers and four receivers. Verify pinout compatibility if substituting with these variants.