MAX3462CSA+T

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The MAX3462CSA+T is a full-duplex RS-485/RS-422 transceiver operating from a +5V supply. It features one differential driver and one differential receiver with guaranteed propagation delays under 20ns and output skew less than 2ns at data rates up to 20Mbps. The device incorporates true fail-safe circuitry, ensuring a logic-high receiver output when inputs are open or shorted. It supports up to 128 transceivers on the bus due to its 1/4-unit-load input impedance. The component includes thermal shutdown and current-limiting protection for the driver outputs.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• True fail-safe receiver guarantees a logic-high output when inputs are open or shorted
• Supports up to 128 transceivers on the bus via 1/4-unit-load receiver input impedance
• Driver outputs feature short-circuit current limiting and thermal shutdown protection

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• High-speed RS-485 communications
• High-speed RS-422 communications
• Profibus applications
• Industrial-control local area networks

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix CSA against the datasheet ordering information to confirm the package type and temperature range. Ensure compatibility with existing system voltage levels and interface requirements before procurement.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this part for full-duplex applications requiring high-speed data transmission over multipoint buses. Consider the 1/4-unit-load input impedance for network scalability. Verify that the +5V supply voltage aligns with the system design constraints.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This component belongs to the MAX3460–MAX3464 family of high-speed differential bus transceivers designed for RS-485 and RS-422 communications. The family includes both half-duplex and full-duplex variants, with the MAX3462 specifically designated as a full-duplex device in an 8-pin package.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

Other members of the MAX3460–MAX3464 family may serve as alternatives depending on duplex requirements. Verify pinout compatibility and electrical specifications before substitution.