MAX206ECWG

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX206ECWG+ is a +5V-powered RS-232 transceiver featuring four drivers and three receivers. It operates within a commercial temperature range of 0°C to +70°C and utilizes a 24-pin SSOP package. The device supports data rates up to 120kbps under EIA/TIA-232E loading conditions. It incorporates an integrated charge pump requiring four external 0.1μF capacitors to generate ±10V supplies from a single +5V source. Key electrical parameters include a typical supply current of 20mA, shutdown current of 10μA, and ±15kV Human Body Model ESD protection on all inputs and outputs.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Integrated charge pump circuitry enables single +5V supply operation without bipolar power rails
• High electrostatic discharge protection rated at ±15kV for robustness in harsh environments
• Low-power shutdown mode significantly reduces supply current for battery conservation
• TTL/CMOS compatible logic levels with internal pullup resistors on driver inputs

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Battery-powered equipment
• Hand-held devices
• Portable diagnostics equipment

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'CWG' corresponds to the 24-pin SSOP package and commercial temperature grade (0°C to +70°C). Confirm RoHS compliance status as indicated by the '+' designation. Ensure ordering documentation matches the manufacturer's latest revision to avoid discrepancies in pinout or electrical characteristics.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when four transmit channels and three receive channels are required in a compact surface-mount form factor. The MAX206E is suitable for applications needing low-power shutdown capabilities while maintaining standard RS-232 voltage levels. Compare against the MAX208E if five receivers are needed instead of three, or the MAX202E if fewer channels suffice.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX202E–MAX213E family of RS-232 transceivers designed for single-supply operation. The 'E' suffix denotes enhanced ESD protection compared to standard versions. The MAX206E specifically offers a balanced configuration of four drivers and three receivers, making it distinct from the dual-channel MAX202E or the five-receiver MAX208E within the same series.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitutes include the MAX208ECWG+, which provides five receivers instead of three but shares the same package and electrical profile. Other family members like the MAX202E or MAX207E may require schematic modifications due to differing channel counts.