±15kV ESD-PROTECTED RS-232 TRANSCEIVER IN TINY UCSP SAVES 55% BOARD SPACE
SUNNYVALE, CA-February 12, 2003-Maxim Integrated Products
(NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX3246E three-transmitter, five-receiver RS-232 transceiver in a tiny UCSP™. UCSP packaging saves 55% board space over existing solutions. Integrating three transmitters and five receivers, the MAX3246E is ideal for PDAs, notebook and desktop computers. Integrated electrostatic discharge (ESD) structures eliminate the need for additional external components. The MAX3246E protects data lines up to ±15kV per Human Body Model, ±8kV per IEC 61000-4-2 Contact Discharge, and ±15kV per IEC 61000-4-2 Air-Gap Discharge.
The MAX3246E transceiver operates from a single 3.0V to 5.5V supply, utilizing a regulated dual charge pump to provide RS-232-compliant output voltages. This device features a power-saving 1µA shutdown mode, draws only 0.3mA of quiescent current, and guarantees operation at data rates up to 250kbps.
The MAX3246E is available in the commercial and extended temperature ranges. Prices start at $1.80 (1000-up, FOB USA).
UCSP is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.
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