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+5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-232 Drivers/Receivers, 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL, 18 Pins, 0 to 70C

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MAX242CWN+T by Analog Devices Inc is a Line Driver or Receiver.
Line Driver or Receivers are under the broader part category of Drivers And Interfaces.

A driver controls the current or voltage delivered to components like LCDs or motors, while an interface component connects systems for data transfer and control. Read more about Drivers And Interfaces on our Drivers And Interfaces part category page.

Price & Stock for MAX242CWN+T

Part # Distributor Description Stock Price Buy
DISTI # 700-MAX242CWNT
Mouser Electronics RS-232 Interface IC +5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-232 Drivers RoHS: Compliant 326
  • 1 $8.0500
  • 10 $6.2400
  • 25 $5.7400
  • 100 $5.0100
  • 250 $4.6600
  • 500 $4.5900
  • 1,000 $4.5300
$4.5300 / $8.0500 Buy Now
Analog Devices Inc +5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-2 Min Qty: 1 Package Multiple: 1 365
  • 1 $8.0500
  • 10 $6.2330
  • 25 $5.7788
  • 100 $5.2803
  • 250 $5.0426
  • 500 $4.8993
  • 1,000 $4.7813
  • 2,000 $4.6843
$4.6843 / $8.0500 Buy Now

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MAX242CWN+T Analog Devices Inc
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MAX242CWN+T Analog Devices Inc +5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-232 Drivers/Receivers, 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL, 18 Pins, 0 to 70C
Rohs Code Yes
Part Life Cycle Code Active
Ihs Manufacturer ANALOG DEVICES INC
Part Package Code 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL
Package Description SO-18
Pin Count 18
Manufacturer Package Code 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL
Reach Compliance Code compliant
Date Of Intro 1998-06-25
Samacsys Manufacturer Analog Devices
Additional Feature 2 RECEIVERS ACTIVE UNDER SHUTDOWN; EXTERNAL CHARGE PUMP; TRISTATABLE RECEIVERS
Differential Output NO
Driver Number of Bits 2
High Level Input Current-Max 0.00004 A
Input Characteristics SCHMITT TRIGGER
Interface IC Type LINE TRANSCEIVER
Interface Standard EIA-232-E; TIA-232-E; V.28; V.24
JESD-30 Code R-PDSO-G18
JESD-609 Code e3
Length 11.55 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1
Number of Functions 2
Number of Terminals 18
Operating Temperature-Max 70 °C
Operating Temperature-Min
Out Swing-Min 10 V
Output Characteristics 3-STATE
Output Low Current-Max 0.0032 A
Output Polarity INVERTED
Package Body Material PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Code SOP
Package Equivalence Code SOP18,.4
Package Shape RECTANGULAR
Package Style SMALL OUTLINE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) 260
Qualification Status Not Qualified
Receive Delay-Max 1000 ns
Receiver Number of Bits 2
Seated Height-Max 2.65 mm
Supply Current-Max 10 mA
Supply Voltage-Max 5.5 V
Supply Voltage-Min 4.5 V
Supply Voltage-Nom 5 V
Surface Mount YES
Technology CMOS
Temperature Grade COMMERCIAL
Terminal Finish Matte Tin (Sn)
Terminal Form GULL WING
Terminal Pitch 1.27 mm
Terminal Position DUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) 30
Transmit Delay-Max 3500 ns
Width 7.5 mm

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Part Number Manufacturer Composite Price Description Compare
MAX242CWN+ Maxim Integrated Products $3.2371 Line Transceiver, 2 Func, 2 Driver, 2 Rcvr, CMOS, PDSO18, ROHS COMPLIANT, SOP-18 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242CWN+
MAX242CWN+ Analog Devices Inc $5.0963 +5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-232 Drivers/Receivers, 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL, 18 Pins, 0 to 70C MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242CWN+
ADM242ARZ-REEL Analog Devices Inc $5.1520 High Speed, 5 V, 0.1 µF CMOS RS-232 200kBPS Transceiver with 2 Drivers, 2 Receivers, Shutdown and Enable Pins MAX242CWN+T vs ADM242ARZ-REEL
ADM242ARZ Analog Devices Inc $5.6871 High Speed, 5 V, 0.1 µF CMOS RS-232 200kBPS Transceiver with 2 Drivers, 2 Receivers, Shutdown and Enable Pins MAX242CWN+T vs ADM242ARZ
MAX242EWN Maxim Integrated Products Check for Price Line Transceiver, 2 Func, 2 Driver, 2 Rcvr, CMOS, PDSO18, SOP-18 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242EWN
MAX242EWN-T Maxim Integrated Products Check for Price Line Transceiver, 2 Func, 2 Driver, 2 Rcvr, CMOS, PDSO18, SOP-18 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242EWN-T
MAX242EWN+T Maxim Integrated Products Check for Price Line Transceiver, 2 Func, 2 Driver, 2 Rcvr, CMOS, PDSO18, SO-18 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242EWN+T
ADM242AR Analog Devices Inc Check for Price High Speed, 5 V, 0.1 µF CMOS RS-232 200kBPS Transceiver with 2 Drivers, 2 Receivers, Shutdown and Enable Pins MAX242CWN+T vs ADM242AR
MAX242EWN+ Analog Devices Inc Check for Price +5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-232 Drivers/Receivers, 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL, 18 Pins, -40 to 85C MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242EWN+
MAX242EWN+T Analog Devices Inc Check for Price +5V-Powered, Multichannel RS-232 Drivers/Receivers, 18-SOIC_W-300_MIL, 18 Pins, -40 to 85C MAX242CWN+T vs MAX242EWN+T
Part Number Manufacturer Composite Price Description Compare
MAX3245ECAI+ Maxim Integrated Products $5.7810 Line Transceiver, 3 Func, 3 Driver, 5 Rcvr, BICMOS, PDSO28, 5.30 MM, ROHS COMPLIANT, MO-150, SSOP-28 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX3245ECAI+
ICL3245ECB Intersil Corporation Check for Price TRIPLE LINE TRANSCEIVER, PDSO28, PLASTIC, MS-013AE, SOIC-28 MAX242CWN+T vs ICL3245ECB
ICL3245EIAZ-T Renesas Electronics Corporation Check for Price ±15kV ESD Protected, +3V to +5.5V, 1mA, 1Mbps, RS-232 Transceivers with Enhanced Automatic Powerdown, SSOP, /Reel MAX242CWN+T vs ICL3245EIAZ-T
ICL3244CA-T Intersil Corporation Check for Price TRIPLE LINE TRANSCEIVER, PDSO28, PLASTIC, MO-150AH, SSOP-28 MAX242CWN+T vs ICL3244CA-T
SP312ACT-L Exar Corporation Check for Price Line Transceiver, 2 Func, 2 Driver, 2 Rcvr, BICMOS, PDSO18, LEAD FREE, MS-013AB, SOIC-18 MAX242CWN+T vs SP312ACT-L
ICL3244IB-T Intersil Corporation Check for Price TRIPLE LINE TRANSCEIVER, PDSO28, PLASTIC, EXPOSED PAD, SOIC-28 MAX242CWN+T vs ICL3244IB-T
MAX3245EAI+T Maxim Integrated Products Check for Price Line Transceiver, 1 Func, 3 Driver, 5 Rcvr, BICMOS, PDSO28, 5.30 MM, 0.65 MM PITCH, SSOP-28 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX3245EAI+T
ICL3244IV Intersil Corporation Check for Price TRIPLE LINE TRANSCEIVER, PDSO28, PLASTIC, TSSOP-28 MAX242CWN+T vs ICL3244IV
MAX3245EEWI Maxim Integrated Products Check for Price Line Transceiver, 3 Func, 3 Driver, 5 Rcvr, BICMOS, PDSO28, 0.300 INCH, MS-013AE, SOIC-28 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX3245EEWI
MAX3244CAI+ Maxim Integrated Products Check for Price Line Transceiver, 1 Func, 3 Driver, 5 Rcvr, BICMOS, PDSO28, ROHS COMPLIANT, SSOP-28 MAX242CWN+T vs MAX3244CAI+

MAX242CWN+T Related Parts

MAX242CWN+T Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The recommended PCB layout for the MAX242CWN+T involves keeping the analog and digital grounds separate, using a solid ground plane, and minimizing the length of the traces between the device and the RS-232 transceiver. A 4-layer PCB with a dedicated ground plane is recommended. Additionally, the device's exposed pad should be connected to a solid ground plane.

  • To ensure reliable operation of the MAX242CWN+T in a noisy environment, it is recommended to use a shielded cable, keep the cable length as short as possible, and use a common-mode choke or ferrite bead to filter out electromagnetic interference (EMI). Additionally, the device's input and output pins should be properly terminated, and the power supply should be well-regulated and decoupled.

  • The maximum cable length supported by the MAX242CWN+T depends on the baud rate and the type of cable used. As a general rule, the maximum cable length is limited to 50 feet (15.24 meters) at a baud rate of 115.2 kbps. However, the actual cable length may be shorter depending on the specific application and environment.

  • The MAX242CWN+T does not require any external configuration for a specific baud rate. The device automatically adjusts its internal clock to match the baud rate of the incoming data. However, the external crystal oscillator frequency should be set to 1.8432 MHz for baud rates up to 115.2 kbps, and to 3.6864 MHz for baud rates above 115.2 kbps.

  • The power-up sequence for the MAX242CWN+T involves applying the power supply voltage (VCC) before the input signals. The device's internal voltage regulator requires a minimum of 1 ms to stabilize before the input signals are applied. Additionally, the input signals should be applied in the following order: VCC, RX, TX, and RTS.

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