The MAX3221/MAX3223/MAX3243 achieve 1µA supply current with Maxim's revolutionary AutoShutdown™ feature. When the MAX3221/MAX3223/MAX3243 do not sense a valid signal level on their receiver inputs, the on-board power supply and drivers shut down. This occurs if the RS-232 cable is disconnected or if the transmitters of the connected peripheral are turned off. The system turns on again when a valid level is applied to any RS-232 receiver input. As a result, the system saves power without changes to the existing BIOS or operating system.
The MAX3221/MAX3223/MAX3243 transceivers are 3V-powered EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 communications interfaces intended for notebook computer applications. A proprietary, high-efficiency, dual charge-pump power supply and a low-dropout transmitter combine to deliver true RS-232 performance from a single +3.0V to +5.5V supply. A guaranteed data rate of 120kbps provides compatibility with popular software for communicating with personal computers.
The MAX3221/MAX3223/MAX3243 require only 0.1µF capacitors in 3.3V operation, and can operate from input voltages ranging from +3.0V to +5.5V. They are ideal for 3.3V-only systems, mixed 3.3V and 5.0V systems, or 5.0V-only systems that require true RS-232 performance.
The MAX3221 is a 1-driver/1-receiver 16-pin SSOP version of the 20-pin MAX3223 (2-driver/2-receiver). The MAX3243 3-driver/5-receiver, complete serial port is ideal for notebook or subnotebook computers. The MAX3243 includes one complementary always-active receiver. This receiver can monitor an external device (such as a modem) in shutdown, without forward biasing the protection diodes in a UART that may have VCC completely removed.
Key Features
Applications/Uses
For Space-Constrained Applications:
MAX3228/MAX3229: +2.5V to +5.5V RS-232 Transceivers in UCSP™
For Integrated ESD Protection:
MAX3222E/MAX3232E/MAX3237E/MAX3241E*/
MAX3246E: ±15kV ESD-Protected, Down to 10nA, 3.0V to 5.5V, Up to 1Mbps, True RS-232 Transceivers (MAX3246E Available in UCSP Package)
For Low-Voltage or Data Cable Applications:
MAX3380E/MAX3381E: +2.5V to +5.5V, 1µA,
2 Tx/2 Rx RS-232 Transceivers with ±15kV ESD-Protected I/O and Logic Pins
Notes: *This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in
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Auto shutdown reduces supply current to 1µA (MAX3221)
Auto shutdown reduces supply current to 1µA (MAX3223)
Auto shutdown reduces supply current to 1µA, complementary receiver, drives mice (MAX3243)
* Covered by U.S. Patent numbers
4,636,930; 4,679,134; 4,777,577; 4,797,899;
4,809,152; 4,897,774; 4,999,761;
and other patents pending.
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