MAX232 - Dual Driver/Receiver

MAX232 Dual Driver/Receiver IC – RS232 to TTL Level Converter

The MAX232 is an essential dual driver/receiver integrated circuit for seamless serial communication. It efficiently converts signals between standard RS232 levels and common TTL logic levels. Operating from a single 5V power supply, it simplifies power requirements for your projects. Internal charge pumps generate the necessary RS232 voltage levels using only a few external capacitors. Housed in a convenient DIP package, it's perfect for breadboarding and through-hole designs. This versatile IC is widely adopted in microcontroller-based systems and embedded applications. It enables reliable interfacing between computers and various peripherals. Its dual channels allow for simultaneous transmit and receive operations. The MAX232 ensures robust data exchange in diverse electronic setups.

Specifications:

• IC Type: Dual Driver/Receiver
• Part Number: MAX232
• Package: DIP (Dual In-line Package)
• Supply Voltage: 5V DC
• Driver/Receiver Channels: 2 (dual)
• RS232 Output Voltage Levels: ±7.5V (typical with charge pumps)
• Maximum Data Rate: Up to 120 kbps
• External Components: Requires 4 external capacitors (typically 1µF each)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (commercial range)

Key features and benefits:

• Dual Driver/Receiver Channels for simultaneous Tx/Rx
• Converts RS232 serial signals to TTL logic levels
• Operates from a single 5V DC power supply
• Integrated charge pump eliminates need for dual power rails
• DIP package for easy prototyping and through-hole mounting
• Supports data rates up to 120 kbps
• Requires only four external 1µF capacitors
• Commercial operating temperature range (0°C to +70°C)

Applications:

• RS232 to TTL logic level conversion
• Serial communication with microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, PIC)
• Computer and peripheral interfacing
• Embedded systems and instrumentation
• Industrial control and automation projects

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