MAX3241CAI+ vs MAX3243ECAI+ Comparison

Detailed side-by-side comparison of MAX3241CAI+ by Analog Devices and MAX3243ECAI+ 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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MAX3243ECAI+ MAX3243ECAI+ - 3V/5V 250kbps RS-232 Transceiver

MAX3243ECAI+ - 3V/5V 250kbps RS-232 Transceiver

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Specification Comparison

Parameter MAX3241CAI+ MAX3243ECAI+
Brand Analog Devices Maxim Integrated
Category Interface ICs Interface ICs
Lifecycle Status Active Active
Stock Status In Stock In Stock
Unit Price (USD) $5.04 $3.43
Manufacturer Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) —
Part Number MAX3241CAI+ —
Function Transceiver —
Protocol RS-232 —
Number of Drivers 3 3
Number of Receivers 5 5
Duplex Full —
Supply Voltage 3.0 V to 5.5 V —
Data Rate Up to 1 Mbps 250kbps
ESD Protection ±15 kV (HBM, driver outputs and receiver inputs) —
Supply Current (Shutdown) 1 uA (with one receiver active) —
External Capacitors 4 x 0.1 uF —
Operating Temperature 0 C to +70 C (commercial, CAI suffix) —
Package 28-SSOP (5.30 mm body width) 28-pin SSOP
Mounting Type Surface Mount Surface mount
RoHS Status Compliant —
Lead-Free Yes —
Product Type — 3/5 RS-232 transceiver
Supply Voltage Range — 3.0V to 5.5V
Interface Standard — EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24
Automatic Shutdown — Yes
Automatic Wakeup — Yes
Air-Gap ESD Protection — ±15kV
Contact-Discharge ESD Protection — ±8kV
Supply Current — 1µA shutdown feature described by manufacturer
Special Outputs — ROUT2B and INVALID always enabled
Compliance Status — RoHS and REACH status not stated in verified data

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