SP3221EEA-L/TR

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The SP3221EEA-L/TR is a single-driver, single-receiver RS-232 transceiver by MaxLinear. It operates on a 3 V to 5.5 V supply with 300 uA quiescent current. Data rate reaches 250 kb/s in full duplex mode. The package is SSOP-16 for SMD/SMT mounting. Operating temperature spans -40 C to +85 C. ESD protection is rated at 15 kV. Output current is 35 mA. Propagation delay is 1 us and 0.3 us. Power dissipation is 775 mW.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Intelligent power management for battery-powered applications
• Integrated charge pump for RS-232 voltage generation
• High electrostatic discharge protection capability

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Embedded computers
• Data logging devices
• Portable equipment

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix L/TR against official MaxLinear documentation to confirm reel or cut tape packaging configuration. Ensure the SSOP-16 package matches the target PCB footprint. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the manufacturer's latest certification records before finalizing procurement orders.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component for designs requiring low power consumption in portable systems. The wide supply voltage range supports various logic levels. Verify thermal requirements against the 775 mW power dissipation limit. Ensure the 250 kb/s data rate meets communication speed needs for the specific application interface.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the SP3221E series of intelligent RS-232 transceivers. It is designed for applications where power efficiency is critical. The device integrates necessary components for standard RS-232 signaling within a compact surface-mount package suitable for space-constrained electronic designs.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

SP3221EEY-L/TR offers similar functionality in a TSSOP-16 package. Check pin compatibility and thermal performance differences between SSOP-16 and TSSOP-16 variants before substitution.