The MAX248EQH+D is a +5V powered multichannel RS232 driver/receiver in 44 pin PLCC package. This high slew rate device is intended for all EIA/TIA-232E and V.28/V.24 communications interfaces. It is particularly suitable for applications where ±12V is not available. The MAX248 has four sections such as dual charge pump DC to DC voltage converter, RS232 driver, RS232 receiver and receiver/transmitter enable control inputs. The integrated charge pump circuitry eliminates the need for bipolar ±12V supply and enables single supply operation from +5V supply. It is used in interface translation and multidrop RS232 network applications.
Supply voltage range from 4.5V to 5.5V
Operating temperature range from -40°C to 85°C
Eight RS232 drivers and eight RS232 receivers
Saves board space
5μW shutdown mode saves power for reduced power requirements
Data rate of 120Kbps
VCC supply current of 11mA with no load and 57mA with 3Kohm loads on all outputs
Transition slew rate is 10V/μs (CL = 50pF to 2500pF, RL = 3Kohm to 7Kohm)
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