MAX208EENG+

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX208EENG+ is a single-supply RS-232 transceiver from the MAX202E–MAX213E family, manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. It features four drivers and four receivers operating at data rates up to 120kbps. The device utilizes an integrated charge pump to generate ±10V levels from a single +5V supply (4.5V to 5.5V). It provides ±15kV ESD protection on all RS-232 lines per the Human Body Model. The component operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C and is housed in a 24-pin SSOP package.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Integrated charge pump eliminates the need for external bipolar power supplies
• High electrostatic discharge protection on RS-232 inputs and outputs
• TTL/CMOS compatible logic thresholds for direct microcontroller interfacing

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Battery-powered equipment requiring low voltage operation
• Hand-held diagnostic tools
• Portable communication devices

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ENG+' against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm pinout compatibility and package dimensions. Ensure that the ordering information matches the required industrial temperature grade (-40°C to +85°C) and that the 24-pin SSOP footprint aligns with the target PCB design constraints.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when four independent transmit and receive channels are required for RS-232 communication. It is suitable for designs constrained by space due to its compact SSOP packaging. Verify that the application does not require a shutdown mode, as the MAX208E variant lacks enable or shutdown control pins compared to other members of the family.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX202E-MAX213E series of single-supply RS-232 transceivers. Unlike the MAX203E or MAX205E, it requires four external 0.1μF capacitors for the charge pump circuit. It shares the same core architecture as the MAX206E but offers a higher channel count.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

The MAX208EEWG+ serves as a pin-compatible alternative in a SOIC-24 package. Other family members like the MAX206E offer similar functionality but with different driver/receiver counts.