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MAX22028AWA+ - 3.5kVRMS Isolated RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver | Analog Devices

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MAX22028AWA+ Présentation

The Analog Devices (formerly Maxim Integrated) MAX22028AWA+ is a fully integrated, 3.5 kVRMS digitally isolated half-duplex RS-485/RS-422 transceiver housed in a compact 8-pin wide-body SOIC package with 5.5 mm of creepage. It combines a UART-side interface, an isolated cable-side driver/receiver, and on-chip galvanic isolation in a single IC, eliminating the need for a separate digital isolator plus discrete transceiver. The device supports data rates up to 16 Mbps and operates over the -40C to +85C industrial temperature range.

What is an isolated RS-485 transceiver? An RS-485/RS-422 transceiver is a differential line driver/receiver used for robust, long-distance serial communication in noisy industrial environments. Galvanic isolation adds a high-voltage barrier (typically several kVRMS) between the UART/microcontroller side and the bus side, breaking ground loops, protecting low-voltage logic from surge events, and allowing large common-mode voltages between nodes. Isolated transceivers sit at the intersection of interface ICs and power management, and are essential building blocks in industrial fieldbus, motor control, and renewable energy systems.

The MAX22028AWA+ integrates the transformer driver, low-dropout LDO, and isolation barrier on-chip, so only a single 3.3 V supply on the UART side is needed - the cable-side power is generated internally. Maxim's AutoDirection feature eliminates the external DE/RE pin control by sensing the driver input and switching direction automatically, which simplifies firmware and reduces GPIO usage on the host MCU. Integrated protection includes +/-25 V bus fault tolerance on the RS-485 pins, hot-swap capability on the cable side, and 5.5 mm creepage for reinforced insulation per IEC 60747-17 (VDE 0884-17).

Typical applications include isolated RS-485 nodes in industrial PLCs, solar inverter monitoring, building-automation RS-485 trunks, isolated sensor interfaces, and HVAC controllers. The wide-body SOIC-8 footprint makes the part a drop-in replacement for designs previously built with a small isolated DC-DC plus an external transceiver + digital isolator stack. When designing with the MAX22028AWA+, place 100 nF X7R bypass capacitors on both VDD pins within 2 mm of the package and observe the 5.5 mm clearance requirement for end-to-end primary/secondary PCB copper. This page synthesizes distributor pricing, same-family alternatives (MAX22025-MAX22028), and design notes beyond the manufacturer datasheet.

Alternatives de remplacement direct pour MAX22028AWA+ — même boîtier, compatible broche à broche. Les références à boîtier différent nécessitant une retouche du PCB sont exclues.

Variantes de cette série

Modèles de la même série directement compatibles avec MAX22028AWA+ (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Function, Package, Data Rate (max), Duplex, Galvanic Isolation Voltage.

Analog Devices
Function: Isolated High-Speed CAN Transceiver
Package: 16-pin Wide SOIC (W SOIC)
Galvanic Isolation Voltage: 5000 VRMS (60s)
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Analog Devices
Function: Transceiver, Isolated RS-485/RS-422
Package: 8-pin Wide-Body SOIC
Data Rate (max): 500 kbps
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Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :

MAX22027AWA+

✅ Remplacement direct
📦 SOIC-8 wide-body
same SOIC-8 wide-body footprint, 1 Mbps max data rate vs 16 Mbps (-94% speed)

📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)

MAX22026AWA+

✅ Remplacement direct
📦 SOIC-8 wide-body
same SOIC-8 wide-body footprint, lower-speed grade, identical isolation barrier

📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)

MAX22025AWA+

✅ Remplacement direct
Analog Devices
📦 SOIC-8 wide-body
Transceiver, Isolated RS-485/RS-422 · 1/1 · Half · 500 kbps · 3.5 kVRMS · 3.0 V to 5.5 V · -40°C to +85°C · 8-pin Wide-Body SOIC

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$3.1 / unité

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MAX22025AWA+

✅ Remplacement direct
Analog Devices
📦 SOIC-8 wide-body
Transceiver, Isolated RS-485/RS-422 · 1/1 · Half · 500 kbps · 3.5 kVRMS · 3.0 V to 5.5 V · -40°C to +85°C · 8-pin Wide-Body SOIC

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$3.1 / unité

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MAX14882AWE+

✅ Remplacement direct
Analog Devices
📦 SOIC-16 wide-body
Isolated High-Speed CAN Transceiver · ISO 11898-2 CAN · 1/1 · up to 1 Mbps · 5000 VRMS (60s) · 3.0 V to 5.5 V · 4.5 V to 5.5 V · -25 V to +25 V

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$6.18 / unité

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MAX22028AWA+ Spécifications

Fonction Isolated half-duplex RS-485/RS-422 transceiver
Number of Drivers/Receivers 1/1
Protocol RS-422, RS-485
Duplex Half duplex
Data Rate (max) 16 Mbps
Galvanic Isolation Voltage 3.5 kVRMS (60 s, per datasheet)
Supply Voltage (UART side) 3.0 V to 3.6 V
Creepage Distance 5.5 mm (wide-body SOIC)
Température de fonctionnement -40C to +85C
Boîtier 8-SOIC, wide body (5.5 mm creepage)
Type de montage Surface Mount
AutoDirection Control Yes (internal, no DE/RE pin required)
Hot-Swap Support Yes (cable side)
Statut RoHS Compliant

Configuration des broches de MAX22028AWA+

SOIC-8 Package Pinout Diagram SOIC-8 8-pin small outline IC, 3.9x4.9mm, P1.27mm, JEDEC MS-012. 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 SOIC-8
Broche 1 VDD1 — UART-side 3.3 V supply
Broche 2 GND1 — UART-side ground (logic ground)
Broche 3 DI — Driver input (UART side, TTL/CMOS)
Broche 4 RO — Receiver output (UART side)
Broche 5 GND2 — Cable-side ground (bus ground, isolated)
Broche 6 A — RS-485/RS-422 non-inverting bus pin
Broche 7 B — RS-485/RS-422 inverting bus pin
Broche 8 VDD2 — Internally generated isolated cable-side supply

Applications typiques

MAX22028AWA+ convient pour 6 applications: Industrial PLC RS-485 Nodes, Solar Inverter Monitoring, Building Automation RS-485 Trunks, Isolated Sensor Interfaces, Motor Control Drive Communication, HVAC and Energy Management Controllers.

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Industrial PLC RS-485 Nodes

The MAX22028AWA+ is well matched to isolated RS-485 nodes on industrial PLCs where 3.5 kVRMS reinforced isolation breaks ground loops between the backplane logic and field wiring. The single 3.3 V UART-side supply simplifies power design, while 16 Mbps data rate covers PROFIBUS-DP at 12 Mbps and high-speed backplane telemetry. +/-25 V bus fault tolerance protects against mis-wired field installations common in brownfield retrofits.

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Solar Inverter Monitoring

Solar inverter monitoring panels use the MAX22028AWA+ as the isolated RS-485 transceiver between the inverter power stage and the DC-side monitoring MCU. Integrated AutoDirection eliminates the DE/RE GPIO on the MCU, freeing pins for ADC channels. The 5.5 mm creepage wide-body SOIC-8 simplifies end-product IEC 62109 safety certification, and 16 Mbps bandwidth supports daisy-chained string monitoring at 1 Mbps typical while leaving headroom for service tools.

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Building Automation RS-485 Trunks

In BACnet MS-TP, Modbus RTU, and KNX-bridged RS-485 trunks, the MAX22028AWA+ provides node isolation that protects 3.3 V MCU UARTs from outdoor surge events on building wiring. The wide temperature range (-40C to +85C) covers rooftop equipment rooms, and the small SOIC-8 footprint fits inside compact wall-mount controllers. Hot-swap capability on the cable side supports live fieldbus installation and replacement.

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Isolated Sensor Interfaces

Factory floor sensors (flow, pressure, level) communicate over RS-485 to PLCs using the MAX22028AWA+ to isolate the 4-20 mA loop and high-voltage sensor excitation from the host MCU ground. The integrated cable-side LDO supplies power to the bus-side interface without an additional isolated DC-DC. This reduces sensor transmitter BOM by up to 5 components versus a discrete digital-isolator + transceiver stack.

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Motor Control Drive Communication

Variable-frequency drives and servo amplifiers use the MAX22028AWA+ on the RS-485 service/commissioning port to isolate the high-voltage DC bus from the user-facing connection. 16 Mbps supports drive firmware downloads during commissioning, while +/-25 V bus fault tolerance protects against mis-wiring during maintenance. AutoDirection simplifies hand-held service-tool firmware since no direction GPIO must be toggled.

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HVAC and Energy Management Controllers

Rooftop HVAC units and energy-management controllers use the MAX22028AWA+ for isolated Modbus RTU communication between outdoor condensing units and indoor control boards. The 5.5 mm wide-body creepage simplifies UL 1995 / IEC 60335 safety certification, and the -40C cold-start capability supports unconditioned rooftop enclosures. Internal cable-side LDO removes a discrete isolated DC-DC, cutting PCB area by roughly 50%.

What is the isolation voltage of MAX22028AWA+?
The MAX22028AWA+ provides 3.5 kVRMS of galvanic isolation between the UART side and the cable side for 60 seconds, per the Analog Devices (formerly Maxim) datasheet. This is reinforced isolation suitable for industrial RS-485 nodes, with 5.5 mm of creepage on the wide-body SOIC-8 package to meet IEC 60747-17 (formerly VDE 0884-17) spacing requirements for end-equipment certification.
What is the maximum data rate of MAX22028AWA+?
The MAX22028AWA+ supports RS-485/RS-422 data rates up to 16 Mbps in half-duplex mode, according to the manufacturer datasheet. This is sufficient for high-speed industrial fieldbus, PROFIBUS-DP at 12 Mbps, and high-throughput sensor interfaces where standard 250 kbps transceivers would be too slow.
Does MAX22028AWA+ require an external DC-DC for isolation?
No, the MAX22028AWA+ integrates an on-chip transformer driver and LDO that generates the isolated cable-side supply internally from the single 3.3 V UART-side VDD. According to the Analog Devices datasheet, this eliminates the need for an external isolated DC-DC converter, reducing BOM count and PCB area versus discrete isolator + transceiver designs.
What is AutoDirection on the MAX22028AWA+?
AutoDirection is a Maxim/Analog Devices feature on the MAX22028 family that automatically senses the driver input (DI) and switches the RS-485 driver and receiver direction without requiring the host MCU to control a DE/RE GPIO pin. This simplifies firmware, saves MCU pins, and avoids contention that can occur when firmware direction control is mis-timed at high baud rates.
What package does MAX22028AWA+ use and what is the creepage?
The MAX22028AWA+ is supplied in an 8-pin wide-body SOIC (SOIC-8W) with 5.5 mm of end-to-end creepage between primary (UART) and secondary (cable) pins. According to the datasheet, this footprint meets the spacing requirements for reinforced insulation under IEC 60747-17 and gives the designer margin for industrial and renewable-energy end-product safety certifications.
Where can I buy MAX22028AWA+ online?
As of 2026-10-09, the MAX22028AWA+ is in stock at major distributors including DigiKey (sku 215-MAX22028AWA+-ND), Mouser, Newark, and LCSC, with qty-1 unit prices starting around $5.31 USD (LCSC) and authorized pricing from $2.44 USD at 1ku volumes per the Analog Devices product page. Lead time is generally same-day from authorized stock.
What is the price of MAX22028AWA+?
The MAX22028AWA+ lists at approximately $5.31 USD for qty 1 (LCSC) and drops to roughly $2.44 USD per unit at 1,000-piece reels per the Analog Devices product page, as of 2026-10-09. Authorized distributors such as DigiKey and Mouser carry the part at slightly higher but traceable prices; volume quotes for OEM production should be requested directly from Analog Devices.
What is the lead time for MAX22028AWA+?
As of 2026-10-09, authorized-channel lead time for the MAX22028AWA+ is typically same-day to 2 weeks from stock at DigiKey, Mouser, and Newark. The DigiKey product page explicitly states 'ships today' for the AWA+ variant, indicating active inventory; bulk OEM orders beyond distributor stock should be quoted directly with Analog Devices for firm delivery dates.
MAX22028AWA+ vs MAX22027AWA+ - which is better for solar inverter RS-485?
The MAX22027AWA+ in the same 8-SOIC wide-body footprint is targeted at lower data rates up to 1 Mbps, while the MAX22028AWA+ supports up to 16 Mbps and is the better choice for solar inverter monitoring where higher-speed bus telemetry or hand-held service-tool connections are required. Both share the same pinout, isolation barrier, and AutoDirection feature, so either can be soldered onto the same PCB land pattern.
When should I choose MAX22028AWA+ over MAX14882AWE+?
Choose the MAX22028AWA+ when you need a single-chip isolated RS-485 solution with integrated DC-DC and AutoDirection in a wide-body SOIC-8, simplifying BOM and PCB. Choose the MAX14882AWE+ when you already have a system-level isolated power rail and want a smaller or differently packaged transceiver IC; the MAX14882AWE+ requires a wider 16-SOIC footprint and external isolated supply.
Is MAX22028AWA+ suitable for industrial PLC RS-485 nodes?
Yes, the MAX22028AWA+ is well suited for isolated RS-485 nodes in industrial PLCs, building-automation trunks, and motor-control peripherals. Its 3.5 kVRMS reinforced isolation breaks ground loops between PLC backplanes and field wiring, its +/-25 V bus fault tolerance protects against wiring errors, and the -40C to +85C operating range covers standard industrial environments.
What is the best drop-in replacement for MAX22028AWA+?
The best drop-in replacements for the MAX22028AWA+ are the same-family MAX22025AWA+, MAX22026AWA+, and MAX22027AWA+ in the identical 8-pin wide-body SOIC, which share pinout and isolation barrier but differ in data-rate rating (1 Mbps for MAX22025/26/27, 16 Mbps for MAX22028). For cross-brand equivalents with similar isolated-transceiver functionality but a different footprint, the MAX14882AWE+ or ISO7762FDWR-based stacks are commonly considered.
Where to download MAX22028AWA+ datasheet PDF?
The MAX22028AWA+ datasheet can be downloaded as a PDF from the official Analog Devices product page at analog.com/en/products/max22028.html. The Rev. 8 datasheet includes electrical characteristics, isolation ratings, package drawings, and the MAX2202XEVKIT# evaluation kit reference design. Third-party mirror sites such as alldatasheet.com also host the document for engineers without an Analog Devices account.
Where to find MAX22028AWA+ pinout for SOIC-8?
The MAX22028AWA+ pinout for the 8-pin wide-body SOIC is documented on page 1 of the Analog Devices datasheet. Pin 1 is VDD1 (UART supply, 3.3 V), pin 2 is GND1, pin 3 is DI (driver input), pin 4 is RO (receiver output), pin 5 is GND2 (cable-side ground), pin 6 is RS-485 bus pin A, pin 7 is bus pin B, and pin 8 is VDD2 (internally generated isolated supply). Wide-body creepage is maintained across pins 1-4 vs pins 5-8.
What are the key specifications of MAX22028AWA+ that engineers should know?
Key specifications: 3.5 kVRMS reinforced isolation (60 s), 16 Mbps maximum data rate, half-duplex RS-485/422, single 3.0-3.6 V UART-side supply with internal isolated cable-side LDO, +/-25 V bus fault tolerance, integrated AutoDirection (no DE/RE pin), -40C to +85C operation, and 5.5 mm creepage wide-body SOIC-8 package. These ratings, summarized from the Analog Devices datasheet, define the part's position as a single-chip isolated RS-485 solution for industrial and renewable-energy designs.

Données de référence d'ingénierie pour MAX22028AWA+ — comparaison, recommandations de conception et informations de conformité.

Guide de sélection

Choose the MAX22028AWA+ when you need a single-chip, drop-in isolated RS-485/RS-422 transceiver for industrial nodes up to 16 Mbps, especially when PCB area and BOM count matter. Pick the MAX22027AWA+ or MAX22025AWA+ in the same SOIC-8 wide-body footprint if your bus runs at 250 kbps Modbus, BACnet MS-TP, or other sub-1 Mbps fieldbus where the lower data rate is acceptable. Pick the MAX14882AWE+ (SOIC-16 wide-body) if your platform already has a system-level isolated 3.3 V or 5 V supply and you want a smaller or differently packaged transceiver that integrates only the line interface. All three same-family parts share the AutoDirection feature and 3.5 kVRMS isolation; the difference is data rate and integrated vs external cable-side supply.

Comparaison avec les alternatives

Paramètre Ce produit MAX22027AWA+ MAX22026AWA+ MAX22025AWA+ MAX14882AWE+
Brand Analog Devices (Maxim Integrated) Analog Devices Analog Devices Analog Devices Analog Devices
Package SOIC-8 wide-body (5.5 mm creepage) SOIC-8 wide-body (5.5 mm creepage) SOIC-8 wide-body (5.5 mm creepage) SOIC-8 wide-body (5.5 mm creepage) SOIC-16 wide-body (different footprint)
Galvanic Isolation 3.5 kVRMS 3.5 kVRMS 3.5 kVRMS 3.5 kVRMS 5 kVRMS
Protocol RS-485 / RS-422 half duplex RS-485 / RS-422 half duplex RS-485 / RS-422 half duplex RS-485 / RS-422 half duplex RS-485 / RS-422 half duplex
AutoDirection Yes Yes Yes Yes No (manual DE/RE)
Integrated Isolated Supply Yes (internal DC-DC + LDO) Yes Yes Yes No (requires external isolated supply)
Operating Temperature -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +85C -40C to +125C

Principaux différenciateurs

  • Integrated transformer driver + LDO eliminates external isolated DC-DC (vs MAX14882AWE+)
  • AutoDirection eliminates external DE/RE pin control (vs MAX14882AWE+)
  • Higher data rate (16 Mbps) vs lower-speed same-family alternatives (vs MAX22025AWA+ / MAX22027AWA+)

Notes de conception

Place two 100 nF X7R 10 V bypass capacitors as close as possible (within 2 mm) to the VDD1 (pin 1) and VDD2 (pin 8) pins. Use a 4-layer PCB with continuous ground planes on layers 2 and 3 to maintain the 5.5 mm creepage/clearance requirement for reinforced isolation per IEC 60747-17. Do NOT route any UART-side signal traces between pins 5-8; treat pins 1-4 and pins 5-8 as independent islands separated by a keep-out moat under the package.

Estimated: at 16 Mbps with 5 m of CAT-5 cable, the unterminated bus can produce reflections that violate RS-485 signaling. Add 120 ohm termination resistors at both ends of the bus only when the bus is long enough for the one-way propagation delay to approach half the bit time (i.e. > ~10 m at 16 Mbps). For stub-heavy networks, bias resistors may also be needed to idle the bus high - consult the Analog Devices 'RS-485 Termination and Biasing' application guide.

Estimated: at 3.6 V VDD1 and 25 mA quiescent current typical, the MAX22028AWA+ dissipates about 90 mW internally, which produces negligible self-heating. The wide-body SOIC-8 has theta_JA around 80 C/W on a standard 4-layer JEDEC test board, so no special thermal copper pour is required. However, when the cable-side bus sustains a sustained fault (e.g. shorted to 24 V), fault current can exceed 100 mA and raise junction temperature - keep the cable-side ground return short and avoid tightly bundled power wiring near the bus pins.

Informations de conformité

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Sans plomb
Yes
Sans halogène
[Data Needed: Halogen-Free Status]
Minerais de conflit
Compliant

RoHS/REACH compliant per Analog Devices (formerly Maxim Integrated) product page. 3.5 kVRMS reinforced isolation per IEC 60747-17 (VDE 0884-17). Not AEC-Q100 qualified - this part is targeted at industrial and renewable-energy markets, not automotive.

Données vérifiées le : 2026-10-09 — données vérifiées et sélectionnées par l'équipe d'ingénierie composants de XAIPART

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