MAX3488ESA+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Transceiver
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power, RS-485/RS-422 transceiver
• Package: SOIC-8
• Essence: MAX3488ESA+T is a versatile transceiver designed for bidirectional data communication over long cable distances.
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 3V to 5.5V
• Data Rate: Up to 250kbps
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Number of Channels: 1
• Receiver Hysteresis: 50mV
• ESD Protection: ±15kV (Human Body Model)

Pin Configuration

The MAX3488ESA+T has the following pin configuration:

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| | --| VCC GND|-- Pin 1: Ground --| RO RE |-- Pin 2: Receiver Output --| RI DE |-- Pin 3: Receiver Input --| DI D |-- Pin 4: Driver Input --| DE A |-- Pin 5: Driver Output Enable --| RE B |-- Pin 6: Receiver Output Enable --| A Y |-- Pin 7: Driver Output --| B Z |-- Pin 8: Driver Output |___________| ```

Functional Features

• High-Speed Communication: The MAX3488ESA+T supports data rates up to 250kbps, making it suitable for applications requiring fast and reliable communication.
• Low-Power Operation: This transceiver operates at low power, making it ideal for battery-powered devices or energy-efficient systems.
• RS-485/RS-422 Compatibility: The MAX3488ESA+T is compatible with both RS-485 and RS-422 standards, providing flexibility in various communication protocols.
• Robust ESD Protection: With ±15kV ESD protection (Human Body Model), the transceiver ensures reliable operation in harsh environments.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Versatile compatibility with RS-485 and RS-422 standards - High-speed data transmission capability - Low-power operation for energy efficiency - Robust ESD protection for reliability

Disadvantages: - Limited to a single channel

Working Principles

The MAX3488ESA+T operates as a bidirectional transceiver for RS-485 and RS-422 communication. It consists of a driver and a receiver section. The driver section converts the logic-level signals into differential voltage signals suitable for long-distance transmission. The receiver section receives the differential signals and converts them back into logic-level signals.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX3488ESA+T finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Industrial Automation: Used for communication between PLCs, sensors, and actuators in industrial control systems.
2. Building Automation: Enables communication between different building automation devices, such as HVAC systems, lighting controls, and security systems.
3. Automotive Electronics: Facilitates communication between different automotive modules, such as engine control units, body control modules, and infotainment systems.
4. Telecommunications: Used in networking equipment for long-distance data transmission between routers, switches, and servers.
5. Renewable Energy Systems: Enables communication between solar inverters, battery management systems, and monitoring devices in renewable energy installations.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX3485ESA+T: Similar to MAX3488ESA+T but with a higher data rate of up to 2.5Mbps.
2. MAX485ESA+T: A low-power RS-485 transceiver with a data rate of up to 2.5Mbps.
3. MAX3079EESA+T: A half-duplex RS-485 transceiver with a data rate of up to 16Mbps.

These alternative models offer different features and specifications, allowing users to choose the most suitable option for their specific application requirements.

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