MAX232CPE - 5V RS-232 Transceiver, 2 Driver/2 Receiver, 16-PDIP
Référence : MAX232CPE ✓ Actif| Qté | Prix unitaire | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.42 | $3,42 |
| 10 | $3.08 | $30,80 |
| 100 | $2.74 | $274,00 |
| 500 | $2.45 | $1 225,00 |
| 1 000 | $2.18 | $2 180,00 |
MAX232CPE Présentation
An RS-232 transceiver is a line driver/receiver IC that converts between transistor-transistor logic (TTL/CMOS) voltage levels used by microcontrollers and the higher-voltage bipolar signaling levels defined by the EIA/TIA-232 standard. As a member of the line-driver/receiver IC class within Interface ICs, the MAX232 family uses external charge-pump capacitors (typically 1 µF to 10 µF) to double and invert the 5V supply, producing the ±10V swing required by RS-232. This topology removes the legacy dependence on ±12V rails that earlier RS-232 implementations required.
Key features include two RS-232 drivers with ±9V output swing (typical), two RS-232 receivers with TTL/CMOS compatible outputs, an integrated dual charge pump requiring only four external 1 µF capacitors, low supply current of 8 mA typical, and an operating temperature range of 0°C to +70°C (commercial grade). The MAX232CPE differs from the higher-speed MAX232EPE (which extends to 250 kbps) and the wide-temperature MAX232AEPE (which extends to -40°C and adds 15 kV ESD protection on the driver outputs).
The MAX232 family uses a proprietary dual charge-pump architecture that converts +5V into +10V and -10V using only four external capacitors. The drivers meet the EIA/TIA-232E and V.28 specifications with minimum ±5V output swing into 3 kΩ loads, while the receivers accept ±25V inputs and present 5 kΩ input resistance to the line. The MAX232CPE ships in the 16-pin PDIP (PE) through-hole package with pinout identical to the MAX232EPE, MAX232AEPE, SP232ACP-L, and other industry-standard drop-in equivalents.
Typical applications include microcontroller UART-to-RS-232 level translation, industrial point-of-sale (POS) terminals, networking equipment console ports, embedded debug and programming interfaces, and legacy serial peripheral interconnects (modems, instrumentation, barcode scanners). The wide input tolerance of the receivers (±25V) tolerates mis-wiring and noisy RS-232 environments.
When designing with this device, place the four charge-pump capacitors as close as possible to the IC pins and use 1 µF (or larger) ceramic or tantalum types to maintain ±10V output levels. Verify that the data rate does not exceed 120 kbps, as the MAX232CPE is not designed for higher-speed operation; for that, select the MAX232EPE (250 kbps) or MAX232AEPE (200 kbps) variants.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in pin-compatible alternatives, and practical PCB layout guidance not collated in the original manufacturer datasheet.
Alternatives de remplacement direct pour MAX232CPE — 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 MAX232CPE (même facteur de forme et même empreinte) — différant par Data Rate, Operating Temperature, Package, RoHS Status, Supply Voltage.
Outil de comparaison rapide — sélectionnez des références alternatives pour une comparaison côte à côte :
MAX232CPE+
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
MAX232EPE
✅ Remplacement direct✓ En stock
$1.78 / unité
Voir la fiche technique →MAX232AEPE
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
MAX232N
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
SP232ACP-L
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
ADM232A
✅ Remplacement direct📋 Alternative de référence (hors catalogue)
MAX232CPE Spécifications
| Fonction | RS-232 Transceiver (2 Drivers / 2 Receivers) |
| Protocol | EIA/TIA-232E, V.28/V.24 |
| Tension d'alimentation | 4.5 V to 5.5 V (single 5 V supply) |
| Débit de données | 120 kbps |
| Number of Drivers | 2 |
| Number of Receivers | 2 |
| Driver Output Voltage Swing | ±9 V typical (RS-232 load) |
| Receiver Input Voltage Range | ±25 V |
| Courant d'alimentation | 8 mA typical |
| Charge Pump Capacitors | 4 x 1 µF external |
| Température de fonctionnement | 0°C to +70°C (commercial grade) |
| Boîtier | 16-pin PDIP (PE) |
| Type de montage | Through-Hole |
| Statut RoHS | See compliance_info |
Configuration des broches de MAX232CPE
| Broche 1 | C1+ — Charge-pump capacitor 1 positive terminal |
| Broche 2 | V+ — Charge-pump +10V output |
| Broche 3 | C1- — Charge-pump capacitor 1 negative terminal |
| Broche 4 | C2+ — Charge-pump capacitor 2 positive terminal |
| Broche 5 | C2- — Charge-pump capacitor 2 negative terminal |
| Broche 6 | V- — Charge-pump -10V output |
| Broche 7 | T2OUT — RS-232 driver 2 output |
| Broche 8 | R2IN — RS-232 receiver 2 input |
| Broche 9 | R2OUT — TTL/CMOS receiver 2 output |
| Broche 10 | T1IN — TTL/CMOS driver 1 input |
| Broche 11 | T1OUT — RS-232 driver 1 output |
| Broche 12 | R1IN — RS-232 receiver 1 input |
| Broche 13 | R1OUT — TTL/CMOS receiver 1 output |
| Broche 14 | GND — Ground |
| Broche 15 | VCC — +5V supply |
| Broche 16 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Applications typiques
MAX232CPE convient pour 6 applications: Microcontroller UART-to-RS-232 Level Translation, Industrial Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal Serial Ports, Networking Equipment Console / Management Port, Embedded Debug and Programming Interfaces, Legacy Modem and Instrumentation Interconnect, Automotive Diagnostics (OBD-II) Serial Bridges.
Microcontroller UART-to-RS-232 Level Translation
The MAX232CPE converts the 0V-5V UART (TTL/CMOS) logic levels of a microcontroller to the ±5V minimum-swing RS-232 levels required by a host PC or serial terminal. Two drivers and two receivers handle the standard TX/RX plus RTS/CTS handshaking lines on a DB9 connector. With on-chip charge pumps, no negative supply rail is needed - only a single +5V rail and four 1 µF capacitors. Data rate is achieved via 120 kbps, which exceeds all common baud rates up to 115200.
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Industrial Point-of-Sale (POS) Terminal Serial Ports
POS terminals, receipt printers, barcode scanners, and cash drawers historically communicate over RS-232 to the host register. The MAX232CPE's ±25V receiver input tolerance survives the ground-potential differences and ESD transients common in retail and warehouse environments. Operating temperature 0°C to +70°C covers the indoor commercial range. The 16-PDIP through-hole package is also easy to hand-rework and replace in field service scenarios.
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Networking Equipment Console / Management Port
Routers, switches, firewalls, and base stations expose a console (RJ45-to-DB9 serial) port for out-of-band management using RS-232 logic levels. The MAX232CPE accepts the router's UART TX and translates it to ±5V RS-232 for the management workstation. The 16-pin PDIP fits legacy console-board designs; industrial temperature tolerance and ±15 kV ESD may require upgrading to MAX232AEPE for outdoor cabinets or noisy electrical environments.
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Embedded Debug and Programming Interfaces
Development boards for 8051, AVR, PIC, MSP430, and similar microcontrollers expose an RS-232 serial debug port for bootloaders and in-system programming. The MAX232CPE converts the 3.3V or 5V UART signals to RS-232 levels expected by legacy PC COM ports. The DIP package is breadboard-friendly for prototyping. Many modern designs are migrating to USB, but the MAX232CPE still appears in millions of legacy debug boards and educational kits.
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Legacy Modem and Instrumentation Interconnect
Industrial instrumentation, laboratory equipment, and legacy modems present RS-232 ports at DB25 or DB9 connectors with ±5V minimum signal swing. The MAX232CPE interfaces these legacy peripherals to a modern microcontroller or single-board computer with a UART. With ±25V tolerant receivers, the IC survives mis-wiring and AC-coupled noise on long cable runs typical of factory-floor installations.
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Automotive Diagnostics (OBD-II) Serial Bridges
OBD-II scan tools, ECU programmers, and aftermarket vehicle diagnostic interfaces historically used RS-232 to connect to a laptop. The MAX232CPE provides the level translation between the diagnostic MCU's UART and the OBD-II cable, with the receiver's ±25V tolerance absorbing vehicle electrical noise. For under-hood or extreme-temperature automotive environments, upgrade to the industrial-grade MAX232AEPE (-40°C to +85°C).
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Données de référence d'ingénierie pour MAX232CPE — comparaison, recommandations de conception et informations de conformité.
Guide de sélection
Comparaison avec les alternatives
| Paramètre | Ce produit | MAX232CPE+ | MAX232EPE | MAX232AEPE | MAX232N | SP232ACP-L | ADM232A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Maxim Integrated | Maxim Integrated | Maxim Integrated | Maxim Integrated | Maxim Integrated | MaxLinear | Analog Devices |
| Package | 16-PDIP (PE) | 16-PDIP (PE) - same | 16-PDIP (PE) - same | 16-PDIP (PE) - same | 16-PDIP - same | 16-PDIP - same | 16-PDIP - same |
| Data Rate | 120 kbps | 120 kbps | 250 kbps | 200 kbps | 120 kbps | 120 kbps | 200 kbps |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +70°C | 0°C to +70°C | 0°C to +70°C | -40°C to +85°C | 0°C to +70°C | 0°C to +70°C | 0°C to +70°C |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V | 4.5V to 5.5V |
| Drivers / Receivers | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Lead-Free / RoHS | No (lead-free variant is MAX232CPE+) | Yes (RoHS) | No (lead-free variant is MAX232EPE+) | No (lead-free variant is MAX232AEPE+) | No (lead-free variant is MAX232N+) | Yes (RoHS, -L suffix) | Yes (RoHS) |
Principaux différenciateurs
- Industry-standard 16-PDIP pinout shared with multiple drop-in alternatives (vs SP232ACP-L (MaxLinear))
- Higher data rate available in same package via MAX232EPE (vs MAX232EPE)
- Industrial-grade upgrade path via MAX232AEPE (vs MAX232AEPE)
Notes de conception
Place four 1 µF charge-pump capacitors (C1 through C4) as close as possible to the MAX232CPE's C1+, C1-, C2+, C2-, V+, and V- pins. Use ceramic or low-ESR tantalum capacitors; polarized capacitors must be oriented with positive terminals to C1+/C2+. Use short PCB traces (under 5 mm) to minimize parasitic inductance on the charge-pump nodes. Decouple VCC with a 0.1 µF ceramic in parallel with the bulk supply capacitor.
Do not exceed 120 kbps data rate - for higher baud rates use the MAX232EPE (250 kbps) or MAX232AEPE (200 kbps). Do not apply voltage higher than ±25V to receiver inputs. Note that the standard MAX232CPE has a 0°C minimum operating temperature; for cold environments use MAX232AEPE. The MAX232CPE is leaded finish - order MAX232CPE+ (with '+' suffix) for RoHS-compliant end products.
Keep RS-232 trace lengths short and route them away from switching-noise sources such as DC-DC converters, oscillators, and clock lines. Place a 100 nF decoupling capacitor directly on VCC within 3 mm of pin 15. Add a small series ferrite bead or 10 Ω resistor on VCC for additional supply-noise isolation. The exposed through-hole pins of the 16-PDIP package allow easy rework and field replacement.
Informations de conformité
MAX232CPE is supplied with lead finish (Pb); the RoHS-compliant equivalent is MAX232CPE+ (with '+' suffix). REACH compliance per manufacturer product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - not intended for automotive under-hood applications. Use MAX232AEPE for extended temperature or ESD-sensitive designs.
