MAX3243ECAI+ vs MAX3241CAI+ Comparison

Detailed side-by-side comparison of MAX3243ECAI+ by Maxim Integrated and MAX3241CAI+ by Analog Devices. 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 MAX3243ECAI+ MAX3241CAI+
Brand Maxim Integrated Analog Devices
Category Interface ICs Interface ICs
Lifecycle Status Active Active
Stock Status In Stock In Stock
Unit Price (USD) $3.43 $5.04
Product Type 3/5 RS-232 transceiver —
Supply Voltage Range 3.0V to 5.5V —
Data Rate 250kbps Up to 1 Mbps
Number of Drivers 3 3
Number of Receivers 5 5
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 —
Package 28-pin SSOP 28-SSOP (5.30 mm body width)
Mounting Type Surface mount Surface Mount
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 —
Manufacturer — Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated)
Part Number — MAX3241CAI+
Function — Transceiver
Protocol — RS-232
Duplex — Full
Supply Voltage — 3.0 V to 5.5 V
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)
RoHS Status — Compliant
Lead-Free — Yes

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