
Product Information
Product Overview
The MAX234CWE+ is a +5V powered, multichannel RS232 driver in 16 pin WSOIC package. The line driver is intended for all EIA/TIA-232E and V.28/V.24 communications interfaces particularly applications where ±12V is not available. It eliminates need of external components and is recommended for applications where printed circuit board space is critical. It has dual internal charge pump that convert +5V to ±10V (unloaded) for RS232 driver operation. The first converter uses capacitor C1 to double the +5V input to +10V on C3 at the V+ output. The second converter uses capacitor C2 to invert +10V to -10V on C4 at the V- output. Typical applications include interface and portable diagnostics equipment.
- Supply voltage range is 4.5V to 5.5V
- Operating temperature range from 0°C to 70°C
- Eliminates the need for a bipolar ±12V supply
- Four transmitters
- Four external capacitors of 1µF
- Data rate of 120Kbps
Applications
Communications & Networking, Portable Devices
Notes
ADI products are only authorized (and sold) for use by the customer and are not to be resold or otherwise passed on to any third party
Technical Specifications
RS232 Transceiver
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4
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WSOIC
5.5V
16Pins
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0°C
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MSL 1 - Unlimited
No SVHC (04-Feb-2026)
RS232 Driver / Receiver
RS232
4Drivers
120Kbps
4.5V
WSOIC
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70°C
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MAX234
Technical Docs (2)
Legislation and Environmental
RoHS
RoHS
Product Compliance Certificate
