MAX206EEWG

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX206EEWG+ is a fully compliant RS-232 transceiver featuring four drivers and three receivers. It operates on a single +5V supply utilizing an integrated charge pump to generate the required ±10V internal voltages, eliminating external bipolar supplies. The device supports data rates up to 120kbps and includes low-power shutdown functionality with typical current consumption of 1μA. It provides robust ±15kV ESD protection on all RS-232 inputs and outputs per the Human Body Model. The component is housed in a 24-pin Wide SOIC package and is rated for operation within the extended industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Integrated charge pump circuitry enables single +5V supply operation without requiring external bipolar voltage sources.
• High electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection ratings ensure reliability in harsh environments or frequent connection scenarios.
• Low-power shutdown mode significantly reduces supply current while maintaining minimal power consumption.
• TTL/CMOS compatible input thresholds allow direct interfacing with standard logic families.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Battery-powered equipment requiring efficient power management
• Hand-held diagnostic tools and portable instruments
• Notebook computers and mobile devices with frequent serial port connections

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'WG+' corresponds to the 24-pin Wide SOIC package and lead-free RoHS compliance when sourcing. Confirm that the 'E' designation indicates the extended temperature range variant (-40°C to +85°C). Ensure ordering documentation matches the manufacturer's part number format exactly to avoid confusion with non-protected or different package variants.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems that require multiple transmit and receive channels within a single IC footprint. The inclusion of shutdown control allows for significant power savings in battery-operated applications. Verify that the 120kbps maximum data rate meets the system's communication speed requirements before finalizing the design.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This device belongs to the MAX202E–MAX213E family of RS-232 transceivers manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. The family shares common architecture but varies in driver/receiver counts and pin configurations. The MAX206E specifically offers a balanced configuration of four drivers and three receivers suitable for complex serial interfaces.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

The ADM206ARZ is a pin-compatible alternative from Analog Devices offering similar functionality. Other family members like the MAX206CAG+ provide identical electrical performance but differ in package type (SSOP vs. SOIC).