Maxim Introduces MAX13223E, ±70V Fault-Protected and Dual-Channel RS-232 Transceiver
The MAX13223E is the first overvoltage-protected RS-232 transceiver on the market. It integrates ±70V fault protection on the RS-232 interface pins, thus eliminating the need for external fault-protection circuitry, such as polyswitch limiters and zener diodes. The MAX13223E is designed for automotive applications, telematics, base stations, utility meters, industrial equipment, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, and telecom equipment. The MAX13223E operates from +3.0V to +5.5V and provides an EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 communications interface with automatic shutdown and enhanced ESD protection. It is fully specified over the -40oC to +85oC extended temperature range and is available in a 20-pin TSSOP package…

MAX13223E
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