MAX211IDB vs MAX211CAI+ Comparison

Detailed side-by-side comparison of MAX211IDB by Texas Instruments and MAX211CAI+ by Maxim Integrated. Compare key specifications, electrical parameters, packaging, lifecycle status, pricing, and availability to determine the best component for your design requirements.

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MAX211IDB MAX211IDB - 5V RS-232 Transceiver, 120kbps, ±15kV ESD | TI

MAX211IDB - 5V RS-232 Transceiver, 120kbps, ±15kV ESD | TI

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Specification Comparison

Parameter MAX211IDB MAX211CAI+
Brand Texas Instruments Maxim Integrated
Category Interface ICs Interface ICs
Lifecycle Status Active Active
Stock Status In Stock In Stock
Unit Price (USD) $1.41 $5.30
Product Type RS-232 Line Driver/Receiver (Transceiver) —
Number of Drivers 4 4
Number of Receivers 5 5
Supply Voltage (VCC) 4.5 V to 5.5 V 4.5 V to 5.5 V
Data Rate (Max) 120 kbps —
Driver Output Swing ±9 V (typ) —
ESD Protection (HBM, RS-232 pins) ±15 kV —
Supply Current (typ, no load) 1.5 mA —
Operating Temperature Range -40 °C to +85 °C 0 °C to +70 °C
Charge Pump Caps 4 external 0.1 µF —
Receiver Input Threshold 0.8 V (low) / 2.4 V (high) —
Receiver Hysteresis 0.5 V (typ) —
Package SSOP-28 (DB) 28-pin SSOP (5.30 mm width)
Mounting Type Surface Mount Surface Mount
RoHS Status Compliant —
Standards Compliance TIA/EIA-232-F —
Input Logic Compatibility TTL/CMOS —
Part Number — MAX211CAI+
Function — RS-232 Transceiver (4 Drivers / 5 Receivers)
RS-232 Driver Output Swing — ±5 V (EIA/TIA-232E compliant)
Maximum Data Rate — 120 kbps
External Charge-Pump Capacitors — 4 x 0.1 µF
Charge Pump Topology — Integrated, switches at ~250 kHz
Transmitter Logic Input Logic Levels — TTL/CMOS compatible
Receiver Output Logic Levels — TTL/CMOS compatible
ESD Protection (HBM, driver output) — [DATA_NEEDED: ESD HBM rating]
Lead-Free / RoHS — Lead Free / RoHS Compliant

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