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MAX3232IDW - Dual RS-232 Transceiver, 3-5.5V | Texas Instruments

MPN: MAX3232IDW ✓ فعال
3 V to 5.5 V Vdss 300 µA typical Id 16-pin SOIC (DW), 5.30 mm body width Package
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MAX3232IDW نمای کلی

The Texas Instruments MAX3232IDW is a dual-channel RS-232 line driver and receiver operating from a 3 V to 5.5 V supply in a 16-pin SOIC package. It provides two drivers, two receivers, a dual charge-pump circuit, and ±15 kV ESD protection on all serial inputs and outputs.

An RS-232 transceiver is an interface IC that converts low-voltage CMOS logic signals into RS-232-compatible levels and receives differential bipolar signals back into CMOS logic. Within the interface IC hierarchy, the MAX3232IDW belongs to the RS-232 transceiver family, supports TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28 requirements, and is commonly used to connect 3.3 V or 5 V controllers to legacy serial equipment.

Key features include operation from 3 V to 5.5 V, data rates up to 250 kbit/s, low supply current of 300 µA typical, and compatibility with 5 V logic. The charge-pump design generates the positive and negative voltages required for true RS-232 signaling without an external 12 V supply. Four external 0.1 µF capacitors are required for the charge-pump and voltage-regulation functions.

The device combines two transmit channels with two receive channels in one package. Each driver converts a CMOS logic input into an RS-232 output, while each receiver converts an RS-232 input into a CMOS output. The internal charge pumps support both 3 V and 5 V operation, allowing the same interface design to be used across common embedded and industrial supply levels.

Typical applications include serial port adapters, industrial control equipment, data acquisition systems, point-of-sale terminals, test and measurement instruments, and embedded systems communicating with legacy RS-232 peripherals. The ±15 kV ESD protection improves robustness when cables are connected or disconnected in industrial environments.

For PCB layout, place the four 0.1 µF charge-pump capacitors close to their associated pins and route each RS-232 trace away from sensitive analog or high-speed digital signals. Confirm logic thresholds, connector protection, cable length, and grounding before releasing a design, especially when connecting the interface to exposed external cables.

This page organizes the electrical limits, package information, verified pricing, drop-in alternatives, and application guidance for engineers evaluating the MAX3232IDW in a new or existing RS-232 design.

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مدل‌های هم‌سری که جایگزین مستقیم هستند برای MAX3232IDW (همان فرم‌فاکتور و فوت‌پرینت) — متفاوت در Operating Temperature, Package, ESD Protection, Maximum Data Rate, Number of Drivers.

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Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C
Package: 16-SOIC (0.154 inch, 3.90 mm width)
Maximum Data Rate: 250 kbps
مقایسه با MAX3232IDW →
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Operating Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
Package: 16-pin SOIC, 3.90 mm width
ESD Protection: ±15 kV HBM
مقایسه با MAX3232IDW →

MAX3232EIDWR

✅ جایگزین مستقیم
📦 SOIC-16 (DW)
Improved MAX3232E implementation; same 16-pin DW package and dual-driver/dual-receiver RS-232 function, with no change to the stated 3 V to 5.5 V supply class

📋 جایگزین مرجع (خارج از کاتالوگ)

MAX3232EID

✅ جایگزین مستقیم
Texas Instruments
📦 SOIC-16 (DW)
Dual RS-232 line driver/receiver transceiver · 2 drivers · 2 receivers · 250 kbps · 3 V to 5.5 V · 3.3 V · RS-232 · ±15 kV

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مشاهده دیتاشیت ←

MAX3232EWE+

✅ جایگزین مستقیم
📦 SOIC-16 (DW)
Functionally equivalent MAX3232E comparison shows no measurable primary-parameter difference; ordering code and package suffix differ from MAX3232IDW

📋 جایگزین مرجع (خارج از کاتالوگ)

MAX3232IDRE4

✅ جایگزین مستقیم
Texas Instruments
📦 SOIC-16 (DW)
RS-232 line driver/receiver transceiver · 2 · 2 · 3 V to 5.5 V · 250 kbit/s · Full duplex · ±15 kV HBM · 4 × 0.1 µF

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مشاهده دیتاشیت ←

MAX232IDWR

✅ جایگزین مستقیم
📦 SOIC-16 (DW)
Same SOIC-16 line-transceiver footprint, but the MAX232 family is a 5 V-only RS-232 device versus 3 V to 5.5 V for the MAX3232IDW

📋 جایگزین مرجع (خارج از کاتالوگ)

MAX3232IDW مشخصات

Device Type RS-232 line driver/receiver transceiver
Number of Drivers 2
Number of Receivers 2
Supply Voltage Range 3 V to 5.5 V
Maximum Data Rate 250 kbit/s
جریان تغذیه 300 µA typical
ESD Protection ±15 kV
External Capacitors 4 x 0.1 µF
Logic Compatibility 5 V logic
RS-232 Compliance TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28
Technology RS-232 and CMOS
بسته‌بندی 16-pin SOIC (DW), 5.30 mm body width
تعداد پایه 16
دمای کاری 0°C to 70°C
Charge-Pump Architecture Dual charge-pump circuit
Power Rail Topology Dual positive and negative voltage generation
نوع نصب Surface mount

راهنمای پیکربندی پین MAX3232IDW 16-pin soic (dw), 5.30 mm body width

پیکربندی پین برای MAX3232IDW (پکیج 16-pin soic (dw), 5.30 mm body width). شماره‌گذاری پایه‌ها، عملکردها و نمودارهای اتصال در دیتاشیت سازنده تعریف شده است. برای footprint دقیق و دستورالعمل‌های لحیم‌کاری به آن مراجعه کنید.

نمودار پین‌آوت پکیج 16-pin soic (dw), 5.30 mm body width برای MAX3232IDW

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کاربردهای معمول

MAX3232IDW مناسب است برای 6 کاربردs: 3.3 V Embedded Serial Port Interface, Industrial Serial Port Adapter, RS-232-to-TTL Serial Adapter, Data Acquisition Equipment, Point-of-Sale Terminal Interface, Test and Measurement Instrument Interface.

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3.3 V Embedded Serial Port Interface

The MAX3232IDW is appropriate for a 3.3 V microcontroller that needs an RS-232 port without a 5 V-only interface limitation. Its 3 V to 5.5 V operating range supports the controller supply while the dual charge-pump circuit produces the positive and negative voltages required for RS-232 signaling. The two drivers and two receivers enable a console, configuration port, or data link on one device. Four external 0.1 µF capacitors implement the charge-pump functions, and the 250 kbit/s maximum data rate suits conventional asynchronous serial communication.

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Industrial Serial Port Adapter

The MAX3232IDW fits industrial adapters that translate controller logic into RS-232 for machinery, instruments, or service equipment. Its ±15 kV ESD protection is valuable when an external cable is connected frequently, although it does not replace a surge-protection network for severe transients. The 0°C to 70°C operating range supports common industrial environments. Place the four 0.1 µF capacitors close to the IC, route protected cable traces away from sensitive circuitry, and verify the grounding strategy at the connector.

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RS-232-to-TTL Serial Adapter

The MAX3232IDW can implement a compact RS-232-to-TTL adapter for service ports, programming interfaces, and legacy peripheral connections. Its CMOS logic compatibility allows direct interfacing with 3.3 V or 5 V digital controllers, while the internal charge pumps generate compliant bipolar output levels. The two-channel arrangement supports both transmit and receive paths in a single board area. Keep the interface connector and cable entry away from high-speed digital routes, and provide a stable ground reference between the two connected systems.

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Data Acquisition Equipment

The MAX3232IDW is useful in laboratory and industrial data-acquisition equipment that must communicate with a host computer over RS-232. Two full-duplex channels permit simultaneous command transmission and response reception, and the 250 kbit/s rate is sufficient for many legacy measurement protocols. The device's low 300 µA typical supply current helps in compact multi-instrument systems. For exposed laboratory leads, retain the ±15 kV ESD capability and consider connector-level protection and chassis grounding.

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Point-of-Sale Terminal Interface

The MAX3232IDW can provide the legacy RS-232 connection used by printers, scales, scanners, and other point-of-sale peripherals. The 3 V to 5.5 V supply range supports both controller platforms, while the two transmit and two receive channels cover common multi-peripheral arrangements. ESD protection is especially useful in retail equipment where service personnel repeatedly attach and detach cables. Keep the charge-pump capacitors compact and isolate the connector region from display, switching, and touch-controller circuitry.

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Test and Measurement Instrument Interface

The MAX3232IDW is appropriate for bench instruments and automated test systems that retain an RS-232 control or service port. It accepts 5 V logic, operates at up to 250 kbit/s, and avoids the external negative supply that older RS-232 implementations often required. The two-channel capability can connect a controller to two independent instruments. Use the manufacturer pin-description table when assigning driver, receiver, and charge-pump connections, and confirm EMI margins before finalizing the enclosure and cable layout.

خلاصه محصولات پیشنهادی

MAX3232EIDWR Improved direct drop-in RS-232 transceiver استفاده‌شده در: 3.3 V Embedded Serial Port Interface, Industrial Serial Port Adapter, Data Acquisition Equipment, Test and Measurement Instrument Interface MAX3232IDR Same MAX3232 family interface option استفاده‌شده در: 3.3 V Embedded Serial Port Interface, RS-232-to-TTL Serial Adapter, Point-of-Sale Terminal Interface MAX232IDWR 5 V RS-232 cross-reference option استفاده‌شده در: Industrial Serial Port Adapter, Point-of-Sale Terminal Interface MAX3232EID Texas Instruments استفاده‌شده در: RS-232-to-TTL Serial Adapter, Test and Measurement Instrument Interface MAX3232EWE+ Equivalent MAX3232E-family interface option استفاده‌شده در: Data Acquisition Equipment
What is the MAX3232IDW?
The MAX3232IDW is a Texas Instruments dual RS-232 transceiver containing two line drivers, two receivers, a dual charge-pump circuit, and ±15 kV ESD protection. According to the MAX3232IDW datasheet, it operates from 3 V to 5.5 V and supports data rates up to 250 kbit/s while meeting TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28 requirements.
What is the supply voltage range of the MAX3232IDW?
The MAX3232IDW operates from 3 V to 5.5 V. This range allows one RS-232 interface design to support both 3.3 V and 5 V system logic. The manufacturer datasheet also specifies that the device accepts 5 V logic, making it suitable for controllers whose I/O levels exceed the minimum supply requirement.
How many RS-232 drivers and receivers does the MAX3232IDW contain?
The MAX3232IDW contains two RS-232 line drivers and two line receivers in one package. The manufacturer datasheet describes the device as a multichannel transceiver, so a single integrated circuit can support two independent transmit channels and two independent receive channels without requiring separate driver and receiver packages.
What data rate does the MAX3232IDW support?
The MAX3232IDW supports data rates up to 250 kbit/s according to the manufacturer datasheet. This capability covers conventional asynchronous serial links used by legacy RS-232 equipment. Actual usable throughput can be lower when protocol overhead, cable characteristics, grounding, and system timing are considered.
Which external capacitors does the MAX3232IDW require?
The MAX3232IDW requires four external 0.1 µF capacitors to support its dual charge-pump and voltage-regulation functions. Place these capacitors close to the corresponding IC pins and keep their grounding paths short. The datasheet identifies 0.1 µF capacitors as the standard external charge-pump capacitance for this device.
Where can I download the MAX3232IDW datasheet PDF?
The MAX3232IDW datasheet PDF is available through the Texas Instruments document link and the verified datasheet listing on alldatasheet.com. The document describes the 3 V to 5.5 V operation, two drivers, two receivers, external capacitor requirements, electrical characteristics, and ±15 kV ESD protection. Use the manufacturer PDF for production design work.
Where can I find the MAX3232IDW pinout and package diagram?
The MAX3232IDW pinout and package information are shown in the manufacturer datasheet, which identifies the part in a 16-pin SOIC package with the DW suffix. The pin-description table should be used when assigning connector signals, charge-pump capacitors, logic inputs, and receiver outputs on the PCB.
Is the MAX3232IDW compatible with 3.3 V and 5 V logic?
Yes, the MAX3232IDW supports operation from 3 V to 5.5 V and accepts 5 V logic. This makes it suitable for both 3.3 V microcontrollers and 5 V digital controllers. Confirm the exact output and input logic thresholds in the datasheet when connecting the interface to a system with mixed voltage domains.
What ESD protection does the MAX3232IDW provide?
The MAX3232IDW provides ±15 kV ESD protection at the serial interface terminals. According to the manufacturer datasheet description, protection extends across the line-driver and line-receiver terminals. External connector protection may still be required for severe industrial surge conditions or longer cable runs.
What is the best drop-in replacement for the MAX3232IDW?
The MAX3232EIDWR is the closest same-manufacturer drop-in candidate identified for the MAX3232IDW because it retains the 16-pin DW package arrangement while providing an improved MAX3232-family implementation. Texas Instruments describes the MAX3232E as an improved direct drop-in replacement for the MAX3232, but the revised data sheet should be reviewed before substitution.
Can the MAX232IDWR replace a MAX3232IDW?
The MAX232IDWR is a cross-reference replacement candidate for MAX232-family designs, but it should not be treated as an automatic MAX3232IDW substitute. Its 5 V-only supply requirement differs from the MAX3232IDW's 3 V to 5.5 V range, so a 3.3 V design would require a supply change. Verify pinout, logic levels, and capacitance requirements against the selected device datasheet.
When should I choose the MAX3232IDW instead of the MAX3232EIDWR?
Choose the MAX3232IDW when the original design specifies the MAX3232 device and does not require the enhanced MAX3232E implementation. Choose the MAX3232EIDWR for new designs that benefit from the manufacturer's improved direct replacement while retaining the 16-pin DW footprint. Confirm supply range, logic thresholds, and charge-pump values in the applicable datasheet.
What can replace the MAX3232IDW in an existing RS-232 design?
The MAX3232EIDWR is the leading replacement candidate for an existing MAX3232IDW board because the manufacturer identifies the MAX3232E as an improved direct drop-in replacement. Before replacing the component, verify the SOIC-16 pin arrangement, 3 V to 5.5 V operation, external 0.1 µF capacitors, and system interface logic in the selected part datasheet.
Is the MAX3232IDW suitable for industrial RS-232 equipment?
The MAX3232IDW is suitable for industrial RS-232 interfaces that operate within its 0°C to 70°C rating and use appropriate external protection. Its ±15 kV ESD protection helps resist connector-handling transients, while the 3 V to 5.5 V supply range supports embedded industrial controllers. Add surge protection and robust grounding where cables extend outside the enclosure.
How do I choose between the MAX3232IDW and a MAX3232E variant?
The MAX3232IDW is appropriate for designs qualified around the original MAX3232 specification, while the MAX3232E family provides the manufacturer-recommended improved replacement for new designs. Both use the same basic dual-driver, dual-receiver RS-232 architecture and a 16-pin DW package option. Compare detailed limits, logic thresholds, and temperature ratings before releasing the BOM.

داده‌های مرجع مهندسی برای MAX3232IDW — مقایسه، راهنمای طراحی و اطلاعات انطباق.

راهنمای انتخاب

Choose the MAX3232IDW for an existing or new design that specifically calls for the original MAX3232 function, requires a 3 V to 5.5 V single-rail supply, and benefits from ±15 kV ESD protection. Choose the MAX3232EIDWR for new designs because Texas Instruments identifies the MAX3232E as an improved direct drop-in replacement, provided its revised electrical data and temperature grade meet the requirements. The MAX3232IDR is another same-family option when its ordering suffix and availability are preferable. Consider the MAX232IDWR only for a 5 V design: its 5 V-only supply operation is the principal limitation, so it is not a direct substitute for a 3.3 V MAX3232IDW circuit. In every case, verify the 16-pin SOIC footprint, logic thresholds, charge-pump capacitor values, and connector-level protection before releasing the design.

مقایسه با جایگزین‌ها

پارامتر این محصول MAX3232EIDWR MAX3232EID MAX3232EWE+ MAX3232IDR MAX232IDWR
Brand Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Analog Devices
Package SOIC-16 (DW) SOIC-16 (DW) - same SOIC-16 (DW) - same SOIC-16 (DW) - same SOIC-16 (DW) - same SOIC-16 (DW) - same
Device Type RS-232 transceiver RS-232 transceiver RS-232 transceiver RS-232 transceiver RS-232 transceiver RS-232 transceiver
Supply Voltage Range 3 V to 5.5 V 3 V to 5.5 V 3 V to 5.5 V 3 V to 5.5 V 3 V to 5.5 V 5 V

تفاوت‌های کلیدی

  • Broad single-rail operating range (در مقابلMAX232IDWR)
  • Manufacturer-recommended improved family option (در مقابلMAX3232EIDWR)
  • Integrated two-channel interface (در مقابلMAX232IDWR)

یادداشت‌های طراحی

Place all four 0.1 µF charge-pump capacitors close to their named MAX3232IDW pins, with the component ground connection providing a short return path. Keep the compact charge-pump loop away from the RS-232 connector and protected cable routing. This arrangement limits switching-current area and reduces the chance that charge-pump transients couple into sensitive receiver or logic circuitry.

Route RS-232 driver outputs directly toward the connector and keep receiver inputs away from switching regulators, clock lines, and high-current power paths. Respect the manufacturer-recommended clearance between charge-pump circuitry and interface traces. For externally accessible cables, evaluate connector-level protection in addition to the device's ±15 kV ESD rating rather than assuming that board-level protection handles every surge condition.

Do not substitute a 5 V-only MAX232-family device into a 3.3 V design without reviewing the power architecture. The MAX3232IDW operates from 3 V to 5.5 V, while the MAX232IDWR is identified as a 5 V-only cross-reference candidate. Also verify the exact pin assignments and external capacitor values in the selected replacement's datasheet before approving a board-level substitution.

اطلاعات انطباق

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
بدون سرب
Unknown
بدون هالوژن
Unknown
مواد معدنی درگیری
Unknown

The device is an RS-232 interface IC; automotive qualification is not applicable. Compliance declarations were not identified and are therefore recorded as unknown.

تاریخ تأیید داده‌ها: 2026-11-09 — داده‌ها توسط تیم مهندسی قطعات XAIPART تأیید و گردآوری شده است

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قطعات و اصطلاحات مرتبط

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