MAX208ECAG+

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX208ECAG+T is a single-supply RS-232 transceiver from the MAX202E–MAX213E family, manufactured by Analog Devices/Maxim Integrated. It features four drivers and four receivers operating at data rates up to 120kbps. The device operates on a single +5V supply utilizing an integrated charge pump to generate ±10V internal voltages, eliminating the need for external bipolar supplies. It provides ±15kV ESD protection on all RS-232 lines per the Human Body Model. The component is housed in a 24-pin SSOP package and supports an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Integrated high-voltage charge pump circuitry enables operation from a single +5V power source without requiring external dual-polarity supplies.
• Robust electrostatic discharge protection rated at ±15kV on driver outputs and receiver inputs ensures reliability in harsh environments.
• Receiver inputs feature tight logic thresholds that maintain compatibility with standard TTL and CMOS logic levels.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Battery-powered equipment requiring low-power serial communication
• Hand-held diagnostic tools and portable instrumentation
• Notebook computers and mobile devices with frequent port connections

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'C' indicates the extended temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) compared to commercial variants. Confirm the 'A' designation corresponds to the SSOP-24 package type. Ensure the '+T' suffix matches the required tape-and-reel packaging format for automated assembly processes.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when four independent full-duplex channels are required within a compact surface-mount footprint. The integrated charge pump simplifies board layout by removing bulky external capacitors typically needed for voltage inversion. Verify that the 120kbps maximum data rate aligns with the system's baud rate requirements.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the Maxim MAX202E–MAX213E family of single-supply RS-232 transceivers. These devices share a common architecture featuring integrated charge pumps and ruggedized I/O protection structures designed for cost-sensitive and space-constrained applications.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

The ADM208ARZ serves as a functional equivalent offering similar interface capabilities. Note that the ADM208ARZ lacks the integrated ±15kV ESD protection found in the MAX208E series and requires different external capacitor values for its charge pump circuitry.