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MAX211EWI+ - 4/5 RS-232 Transceiver, 5V, 120kbps | ADI

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MAX211EWI+ Ringkasan

The Analog Devices MAX211EWI+ is a four-driver, five-receiver RS-232 and V.28 transceiver designed for single +5 V supply operation. It supports data rates in excess of 120 kbps, maintains ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E driver output levels, and uses an integrated charge pump to generate the bipolar voltages required by RS-232. The device is supplied in a 28-pin wide SOIC package and requires four external 0.1 µF capacitors for charge-pump operation.

An RS-232 transceiver is an interface IC that converts logic-level signals between a host or controller and a cable-based RS-232 link. Within the interface hierarchy, the MAX211EWI+ combines a charge-pump voltage converter, RS-232 line drivers, and line receivers into one mixed-signal device. This integration allows a single +5 V system to communicate with legacy RS-232 equipment without a separate negative supply or external RS-232 line-power circuit.

Key features include four RS-232 drivers, five receivers, operation above 120 kbps, integrated charge-pump circuitry, and single-supply operation from a nominal +5 V rail. The four external 0.1 µF capacitors required by the EWI+ variant simplify voltage generation but must be placed close to their designated pins to limit charge-pump switching noise. The device provides ±5 V driver levels while operating from a 5 V supply, matching the classic RS-232 electrical requirement for bipolar signaling.

The MAX211 architecture divides the transceiver into a charge-pump converter, four driver channels, and five receiver channels. Its integrated charge pump generates the positive and negative rail voltages used by the drivers. Because these rails are switched internally, PCB layout and capacitor placement materially affect radiated and conducted noise. The wide SOIC outline offers adequate lead spacing for through-hole assembly while occupying less area than a 28-pin standard SOIC.

Typical applications include industrial serial controllers, test equipment, point-of-sale terminals, instrumentation, and data-acquisition systems. Five receiver channels allow one port to monitor four incoming RS-232 lines while the fourth transmitter drives a separate link, making the device useful for console and diagnostic interfaces. The 120 kbps-plus capability is appropriate for configuration links and moderate-rate data transfers rather than modern high-speed serial protocols.

Designers should treat the external charge-pump capacitors and signal routing as critical layout elements. Keep the four 0.1 µF capacitors adjacent to their charge-pump pins, route the charge-pump output as a short and quiet net, and provide adequate bypass capacitance on the +5 V supply. Because the MAX211EWI+ is a legacy RS-232 interface rather than an EIA/TIA-422 or RS-485 transceiver, cable length, grounding, and protection-network design remain application-specific responsibilities.

This page combines manufacturer specifications, distributor references, drop-in family alternatives, and application-focused design guidance. It highlights the practical differences between temperature and packaging order codes and identifies the verification gaps that must be closed before a PCB redesign or cross-brand substitution is approved.

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Model-series yang sama yang kompatibel dengan penggantian MAX211EWI+ (sama faktor bentuk dan footprint) — berbeda di dalam Driver Output Levels, Supply Voltage.

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Driver Output Levels: ±5V EIA/TIA-232E levels
Supply Voltage: 4.5V to 5.5V
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MAX211CWI+

✅ Drop-In
Analog Devices
📦 28-pin wide SOIC
RS-232 and V.28 transceiver · 4.5V to 5.5V · 4 · 5 · In excess of 120kbps · 4 x 0.1uF · ±5V EIA/TIA-232E levels · Single +5V supply

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MAX211CWE+

✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Spesifikasi Tidak Disahkan
📦 28-pin wide SOIC
Same MAX211 family electrical configuration and 28-pin wide SOIC footprint; commercial temperature grade and order-code suffix differ from MAX211EWI+

📋 Alternatif referensi (tidak dalam katalog)

MAX211EWE+

✅ Drop-In ⚠️ Spesifikasi Tidak Disahkan
📦 28-pin wide SOIC
Same MAX211 family 4/5 RS-232 configuration, +5 V supply, and 28-pin wide SOIC footprint; industrial/extended order-code suffix differs from MAX211EWI+

📋 Alternatif referensi (tidak dalam katalog)

MAX211EWI+ Spesifikasi

Product Type RS-232 and V.28 transceiver
Tegangan Pemuat +5 V
Driver Count 4
Receiver Count 5
Maximum Data Rate In excess of 120 kbps
Driver Output Levels ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E
Charge Pump Integrated
Required External Capacitors 4 × 0.1 µF
Paket 28-pin wide SOIC
Tipe Mounting Surface mount
Driver Output Voltage ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E

MAX211EWI+ 28-pin wide soic Diamant Konfigurasi Panduan

Konfigurasi pin untuk MAX211EWI+ (28-pin wide soic pakai pakai). Penomoran pin, fungsi, dan diagram koneksi ditetapkan dalam datasheet produsen. Lihatnya untuk footprint dan pedoman perpindahan paruh.

Diamant diagram pakai pakai 28-pin wide soic untuk MAX211EWI+

Tidak ada data diatribut pin yang tersedia untuk MAX211EWI+.

Lihat ke: datasheet produk untuk konfigurasi pin penuh.

Aplikasi Umum

MAX211EWI+ cocok untuk 6 aplikasis: Industrial Serial Controller Interface, Data-Acquisition and Test Equipment, Point-of-Sale and Peripheral Connectivity, Serial Console and Diagnostic Port, Communication and Networking Gateways, Portable Diagnostic Equipment.

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Industrial Serial Controller Interface

The MAX211EWI+ fits legacy industrial controllers that need several RS-232 links but only have a +5 V rail. Its four drivers support four outgoing channels, while five receivers allow four incoming signals plus a common receive connection to be monitored. The integrated charge pump generates the bipolar driver voltage from +5 V, avoiding a separate negative supply. Operation in excess of 120 kbps supports configuration and moderate-rate command traffic. The 28-pin wide SOIC package is larger than a 16-pin MAX232DR, but its additional channels can eliminate an external transceiver and reduce board area overall.

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Data-Acquisition and Test Equipment

Laboratory instruments and data-acquisition systems can use the MAX211EWI+ to bridge a controller to RS-232 peripherals from a single +5 V supply. Four transmitter channels support command outputs, while five receivers provide flexible monitoring of status, alarm, and data lines. The ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E driver levels comply with the classic RS-232 interface expected by older instruments. Because the part is specified above 120 kbps, it handles moderate-speed configuration links and short data transfers while retaining the slower signaling convention required by legacy equipment.

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Point-of-Sale and Peripheral Connectivity

The MAX211EWI+ is useful in point-of-sale terminals and peripheral controllers that must connect several legacy RS-232 devices to a local processor. Four drivers can service separate peripherals, and five receivers provide additional status inputs without requiring multiple interface packages. Single +5 V operation simplifies system design where older RS-232 implementations used separate positive and negative supplies. The trade-off is that RS-232 remains a point-to-point, single-ended interface, so each output still requires its own return path and cable protection arrangement.

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Serial Console and Diagnostic Port

A diagnostic console requiring several RS-232 lines can use the MAX211EWI+ as a multi-channel port controller. The four drivers support transmit, reset, service, and command lines, while five receiver inputs can report equipment status. Its integrated charge pump allows the port to operate from the same +5 V rail as many embedded controllers, reducing the need for a separate negative-voltage supply. Designers should still provide surge protection on externally accessible cables and route receiver inputs away from the charge-pump nets to minimize coupling.

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Communication and Networking Gateways

Legacy communication gateways often need to convert older RS-232 equipment to a modern digital interface. The MAX211EWI+ provides four RS-232 transmitters and five receivers while accepting only +5 V, allowing the gateway to remain compatible with classic V.28 equipment. The >120 kbps capability is suitable for configuration and control traffic but not for high-throughput network bridging. A MAX232DR may be sufficient where only one RS-232 port is needed, whereas the MAX211EWI+ reduces package count when several isolated logical channels share the gateway.

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Portable Diagnostic Equipment

Portable service tools and handheld diagnostic equipment can use the MAX211EWI+ when several legacy test ports must be supported from a +5 V supply. The integrated charge pump eliminates a separate negative rail, while the 28-pin wide SOIC package remains suitable for surface-mount assembly. Its four transmitters and five receivers cover command, trigger, ready, and status signals commonly found in test fixtures. Designers must budget capacitor placement, supply bypassing, and cable protection carefully because the RS-232 outputs are externally accessible and may be exposed to ESD or industrial transients.

What is the MAX211EWI+ and what does it do?
The MAX211EWI+ is a four-driver, five-receiver RS-232 and V.28 transceiver that operates from a single +5 V supply. According to the Analog Devices MAX211 product information, integrated charge-pump circuitry generates the bipolar voltages needed by the RS-232 drivers while maintaining ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E output levels. It supports data rates in excess of 120 kbps and comes in a 28-pin wide SOIC package.
How many external capacitors does the MAX211EWI+ require?
The MAX211EWI+ requires four external 0.1 µF capacitors. Distributor listings and the manufacturer product information identify this as the EWI+ charge-pump version of the MAX211 family. These capacitors belong directly to the charge-pump section and should be connected to the pins specified by the manufacturer datasheet. Placing them close to the device minimizes charge-pump trace area and helps reduce switching noise coupled into connected cables.
What is the maximum data rate of MAX211EWI+?
The MAX211EWI+ supports RS-232 data rates in excess of 120 kbps. Analog Devices states that the MAX211 drivers maintain ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E output signal levels when loaded according to the EIA/TIA-232E specification. This rate is suitable for configuration, console, and moderate-rate instrument links, but the component should not be treated as a substitute for modern RS-422, RS-485, or USB serial interfaces.
Does the MAX211EWI+ require a negative power supply?
No, the MAX211EWI+ operates from a single +5 V supply because its charge-pump circuitry generates the required bipolar RS-232 voltages internally. Analog Devices describes the MAX200 through MAX209, MAX211, and MAX213 as a family of transceivers with integrated charge pumps for single +5 V operation. The four external 0.1 µF capacitors remain mandatory and are not optional power-bypass components.
Where can I download the MAX211EWI+ datasheet PDF?
The authoritative MAX211 datasheet and product information are available from the Analog Devices product page at https://www.analog.com/en/products/max211.html. The family datasheet describes the charge-pump section, four drivers, five receivers, external-capacitor connections, and operating limits for the MAX211 family. Because order-code suffixes can select package or temperature options, engineers should confirm the ordering guide for MAX211EWI+ before releasing a new design.
Can MAX211CWI+ replace MAX211EWI+?
The MAX211CWI+ is a same-package MAX211 family alternative that uses the same 4/5 RS-232 configuration, +5 V supply, four external 0.1 µF capacitors, and 28-pin wide SOIC outline. The family comparison indicates the principal order-code difference is the temperature grade: the CWI+ is a commercial-temperature option, whereas MAX211EWI+ is the industrial-temperature ordering variant. Confirm the exact temperature limits and qualification requirements in the manufacturer ordering guide.
What is the best drop-in replacement for MAX211EWI+?
The closest verified same-footprint replacement is the MAX211CWI+, because both are 28-pin wide SOIC MAX211 devices with four drivers, five receivers, a +5 V supply, and four required 0.1 µF external capacitors. The difference is the family temperature-grade ordering code. No complete cross-brand replacement was verified from the supplied data, so board designers should compare the full manufacturer datasheets before treating any third-party part as a drop-in substitute.
Is MAX211EWI+ the same as MAX232DR?
No, the MAX211EWI+ and MAX232DR are not interchangeable without a PCB change. The MAX211EWI+ provides four drivers and five receivers in a 28-pin wide SOIC, while the MAX232DR is a smaller 16-pin SOIC RS-232 transceiver with a different channel count and pinout. The MAX232DR may be useful in a new compact design, but it cannot replace the MAX211EWI+ on the same printed circuit board.
When should I choose MAX211EWI+ instead of MAX211CWI+?
Choose MAX211EWI+ when the equipment must cover a wider industrial temperature range than the commercial-grade MAX211CWI+, while keeping the same 28-pin wide SOIC footprint and electrical configuration. Choose MAX211CWI+ for room-temperature or commercial-temperature equipment where lower cost and broader availability are more important. The final decision should be based on the verified temperature limits, lifecycle status, and qualification documentation.
Is MAX211EWI+ suitable for industrial serial controllers?
The MAX211EWI+ is suitable for industrial serial-controller and diagnostic interfaces because it offers four RS-232 drivers, five receivers, +5 V single-supply operation, and operation in excess of 120 kbps. Its integrated charge pump avoids a separate negative supply. Industrial suitability should also be confirmed against the device's verified operating-temperature limits, ESD rating, isolation policy, and the application's cable-protection requirements.
What can replace the MAX211EWI+ in an existing PCB design?
The MAX211CWI+ can replace the MAX211EWI+ in a 28-pin wide SOIC design when its commercial temperature rating satisfies the application and its family electrical configuration matches. The same footprint also permits consideration of the MAX211EWE+ family ordering option. SSOP alternatives such as the MAX211EUI+ and MAX211ESE+ cannot be installed on the same footprint because their packages differ, and no verified cross-brand pin-compatible replacement was supplied.
Is the MAX211EWI+ an RS-485 or RS-422 interface IC?
No, the MAX211EWI+ is an RS-232 and V.28 transceiver rather than an RS-485 or RS-422 device. Its drivers produce ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E levels, and its receivers are intended for RS-232 signaling. Differential RS-422 and RS-485 interfaces use different voltage levels, topology, termination, and often protection requirements, so substituting this part would change the interface architecture rather than provide an equivalent function.
How should the MAX211EWI+ charge-pump capacitors be placed?
Place the four required 0.1 µF capacitors as close as practical to their designated MAX211EWI+ charge-pump pins. Keep the associated loop small, route the generated voltage rail away from sensitive receiver inputs, and provide separate +5 V bypass capacitance near the device. Exact pin and net assignments must be taken from the manufacturer datasheet because the supplied web results confirm the capacitor count and value but do not reproduce the complete pinout.
What are the key specifications of MAX211EWI+ that engineers should know?
The MAX211EWI+ is a 4/5 RS-232 transceiver in a 28-pin wide SOIC package. Its headline specifications are single +5 V operation, four external 0.1 µF charge-pump capacitors, ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E driver outputs, and data rates in excess of 120 kbps. These characteristics place it in the legacy single-ended RS-232 interface category and distinguish it from the smaller MAX232DR.
Where can I buy MAX211EWI+ and what is its lead time?
MAX211EWI+ is listed by DigiKey, Mouser, and Octopart, while additional distributor listings provide secondary sourcing information. The supplied verified data does not state a current unit price, stock quantity, or guaranteed lead time, so no purchase commitment should be inferred from the page. Request a dated quotation from an authorized distributor for the exact MAX211EWI+ order code, and confirm lifecycle status before planning a long-term production buy.

Data referensi engineering untuk MAX211EWI+ — pembandingan, panduan desain, dan informasi konformitas.

Panduan Pemilihan

Choose the MAX211EWI+ when an existing 28-pin wide SOIC board needs four RS-232 drivers and five receivers, the design operates from +5 V, and industrial temperature coverage is required. MAX211CWI+ is the most directly verified family substitute and is attractive for commercial-temperature equipment, provided its operating limits meet the application. MAX211EWE+ may suit same-footprint industrial designs, but its exact ordering status and limits must be confirmed with the manufacturer. MAX211CWE+ is another same-footprint family option, although it also uses a commercial ordering code. Do not select the MAX232DR as a direct replacement because its 16-pin SOIC footprint and 2/2 channel arrangement differ. No verified cross-brand drop-in part was available in the supplied data, so any third-party proposal requires pinout, temperature, charge-pump, and lifecycle verification.

Pembandingan dengan Alternatif

Parameter Umum Produk Ini MAX211CWI+ MAX211CWE+ MAX211EWE+
Package 28-pin wide SOIC 28-pin wide SOIC - same footprint 28-pin wide SOIC - same footprint 28-pin wide SOIC - same footprint
Brand Analog Devices Maxim Integrated Maxim Integrated Maxim Integrated
Driver / Receiver Configuration 4 drivers / 5 receivers 4 drivers / 5 receivers 4 drivers / 5 receivers 4 drivers / 5 receivers
Supply Voltage +5 V +5 V +5 V +5 V
Data Rate In excess of 120 kbps In excess of 120 kbps In excess of 120 kbps In excess of 120 kbps
External Charge-Pump Capacitors 4 × 0.1 µF 4 × 0.1 µF 4 × 0.1 µF 4 × 0.1 µF
RS-232 Driver Output ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E ±5 V EIA/TIA-232E
Charge-Pump Architecture Integrated for single +5 V operation Integrated for single +5 V operation Integrated for single +5 V operation Integrated for single +5 V operation
Temperature Grade Industrial ordering code Commercial ordering code Commercial ordering code Industrial/extended ordering code

Diferensiator Kunci

  • Four drivers and five receivers in one interface package (vsMAX232DR)
  • Industrial ordering option with same wide-SOIC electrical configuration (vsMAX211CWI+)
  • Single +5 V operation with integrated charge pump (vsMAX232DR)

Catatan Desain

Place the four mandatory 0.1 µF charge-pump capacitors directly beside their associated MAX211EWI+ pins and keep each capacitor-to-pin trace as short as practical. These capacitors are functional charge-pump components rather than optional supply bypass. Route the generated bipolar rail away from receiver inputs, and use a separate local +5 V bypass capacitor near the device so charge-pump switching current does not share the same return path with sensitive signal wiring.

Keep RS-232 driver outputs away from receiver inputs and the charge-pump section to reduce crosstalk and radiated coupling. Connect each driver channel to its intended cable-side protection network before the connector, and maintain a continuous signal-reference path to the interface connector. The wide SOIC footprint provides more lead spacing than a standard narrow SOIC, but board-area planning should account for the 28-pin package, capacitor placement, and cable-protection components.

Do not treat the MAX211EWI+ and MAX232DR as interchangeable drop-ins: their pin counts, channel counts, and footprints differ. Similarly, the MAX211EUI+ and MAX211ESE+ alternatives found in the supplied data use SSOP packages and cannot be soldered directly onto a 28-pin wide SOIC land pattern. When changing order codes, verify the complete ordering guide, temperature grade, package drawing, capacitor network, pinout, and lifecycle status rather than relying on the MAX211 family name alone.

Informasi Konformitas

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bebas Logam Lengket
Unknown
Bebas Halogena
Unknown
Mineral Konflik
Unknown

The supplied verified results confirm that MAX211EWI+ is a surface-mount RS-232 transceiver but do not provide explicit RoHS, REACH, halogen-free, conflict-minerals, or AEC-Q100 statements. Compliance and automotive-grade status therefore remain unverified.

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