MAX232ESE+ vs MAX232DR Comparison
Detailed side-by-side comparison of MAX232ESE+ by Maxim Integrated and MAX232DR by Texas Instruments. Compare key specifications, electrical parameters, packaging, lifecycle status, pricing, and availability to determine the best component for your design requirements.
Texas Instruments
MAX232DR - 5V Dual RS-232 Transceiver, 120kbps, SOIC-16 | TI (Tape & Reel)
MAX232DR ✓ ActiveSpecification Comparison
| Parameter | MAX232ESE+ | MAX232DR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Maxim Integrated | Texas Instruments |
| Category | Interface ICs | Interface ICs |
| Lifecycle Status | Active | Active |
| Product Type | Dual RS-232 line driver and receiver transceiver | — |
| Number of Transmit Channels | 2 channels | — |
| Number of Receive Channels | 2 channels | — |
| Supply Voltage Range | 4.5 V to 5.5 V | — |
| Maximum Data Rate | 120 kbps | — |
| Interface Standard | V.24 | — |
| Technology | CMOS | — |
| Package Type | 16-pin SOIC | — |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount | Surface Mount |
| Shutdown Feature | Available | — |
| Operating Temperature Range | [DATA_NEEDED: operating temperature range] | — |
| Package Dimensions | [DATA_NEEDED: package dimensions] | — |
| Lead Temperature | [DATA_NEEDED: lead temperature] | — |
| RoHS Status | [DATA_NEEDED: RoHS status] | Compliant |
| REACH Status | [DATA_NEEDED: REACH status] | — |
| Function | — | Dual RS-232 line driver/receiver (2/2 transceiver, full) |
| Data Rate | — | 120 kbps |
| Supply Voltage (Vcc) | — | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Supply Current | — | 8 mA typical |
| Receiver Input Levels | — | +/-30 V tolerant |
| Number of Drivers | — | 2 |
| Number of Receivers | — | 2 |
| Charge Pump Capacitors Required | — | 4 external (typically 1 uF) |
| Generated RS-232 Rails | — | Approx. +/-9 V to +/-10 V from internal charge pump |
| Compliance | — | TIA/EIA-232-F, ITU V.28 |
| ESD Protection (RS-232 pins) | — | [DATA_NEEDED: datasheet ESD figure] |
| Operating Temperature | — | 0 C to +70 C (commercial grade) |
| Package | — | SOIC-16 (D) |
| Lead-Free / Halogen-Free | — | Yes / [DATA_NEEDED: halogen-free] |
| Interchangeable With | — | Maxim MAX232 (industry-standard die) |