ADI MAX232CSE

Part points

• The MAX232CSE is a popular integrated circuit (IC) used for serial communication. It acts as a voltage level converter and converter between serial and parallel data formats. It allows microcontrollers or other devices with serial ports to communicate with RS-232-compatible devices such as PCs. The chip contains a dual transmitter and receiver, eliminating the need for external components.

• Equivalent

  The equivalent products of MAX232CSE chip are MAX232A, MAX232E, and SP232A.

• Features

  MAX232CSE is a dual driver/receiver IC that converts RS-232 signals to TTL logic levels. It operates on a single 5V power supply and has two receivers and two transmitters. The device implements an on-chip charge pump for voltage conversion and requires only four external capacitors.

• Pinout

  The MAX232CSE is a dual driver/receiver RS-232 interface chip with a 16-pin count. It is used to convert RS-232 voltage levels to TTL/CMOS levels and vice versa, enabling communication between devices with different voltage requirements.

• Manufacturer

  The MAX232CSE is manufactured by Maxim Integrated. Maxim Integrated is an American company that designs, manufactures, and sells analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for various applications including automotive, industrial, communication, and consumer electronics.

• Application Field

  The MAX232CSE is commonly used in serial communication applications to convert logic-level signals to RS-232 voltage levels. It is often used in microcontroller systems, embedded systems, and industrial automation to interface with RS-232 devices such as modems, sensors, and displays.

• Package

  The MAX232CSE chip is available in a small-outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package type. It has a form factor of 16 pins and measures approximately 8.90 x 3.91mm in size.