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MAX3232 3-V to 5.5-V Multichannel RS-232 Line Driver/Receiver

With ±15-kV ESD Protection
1 Features 3 Description
1• RS-232 Bus-Terminal ESD Protection Exceeds The MAX3232 device consists of two line drivers, two
±15 kV Using Human-Body Model (HBM) line receivers, and a dual charge-pump circuit with
±15-kV ESD protection terminal to terminal (serial-
• Meets or Exceeds the Requirements of TIA/EIA- port connection terminals, including GND). The
232-F and ITU V.28 Standards device meets the requirements of TIA/EIA-232-F and
• Operates With 3-V to 5.5-V VCC Supply provides the electrical interface between an
• Operates up to 250 kbit/s asynchronous communication controller and the
serial-port connector. The charge pump and four
• Two Drivers and Two Receivers small external capacitors allow operation from a
• Low Supply Current: 300 μA Typical single 3-V to 5.5-V supply. The devices operate at
• External Capacitors: 4 × 0.1 μF data signaling rates up to 250 kbit/s and a maximum
of 30-V/μs driver output slew rate.
• Accepts 5-V Logic Input With 3.3-V Supply
• Alternative High-Speed Terminal-Compatible Device Information(1)
Devices (1 Mbit/s) PART NUMBER PACKAGE (PIN) BODY SIZE
– SN65C3232 (–40°C to 85°C) SOIC (16) 9.90 mm × 3.91 mm
– SN75C3232 (0°C to 70°C) SSOP (16) 6.20 mm × 5.30 mm
MAX3232 10.30 mm × 7.50
SOIC (16)
2 Applications mm

• Battery-Powered Systems TSSOP (16) 5.00 mm × 4.40 mm

• PDAs (1) For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at
the end of the data sheet.
• Notebooks
• Laptops
• Palmtop PCs
• Hand-Held Equipment
Simplified Schematic

3.3 V, 5 V POWER

2 2 DOUT
DIN TX
RS232

2 2 RIN
ROUT RX
RS232

An IMPORTANT NOTICE at the end of this data sheet addresses availability, warranty, changes, use in safety-critical applications,
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Table of Contents
1 Features .................................................................. 1 8.2 Functional Block Diagram ......................................... 8
2 Applications ........................................................... 1 8.3 Feature Description................................................... 8
3 Description ............................................................. 1 8.4 Device Functional Modes.......................................... 9
4 Revision History..................................................... 2 9 Application and Implementation ........................ 10
9.1 Application Information............................................ 10
5 Pin Configuration and Functions ......................... 3
9.2 Standard Application ............................................... 10
6 Specifications......................................................... 4
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings ..................................... 4 10 Power Supply Recommendations ..................... 11
6.2 ESD Ratings.............................................................. 4 11 Layout................................................................... 12
6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions ...................... 4 11.1 Layout Guidelines ................................................. 12
6.4 Thermal Information .................................................. 5 11.2 Layout Example .................................................... 12
6.5 Electrical Characteristics — Device ......................... 5 12 Device and Documentation Support ................. 13
6.6 Electrical Characteristics — Driver .......................... 5 12.1 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates 13
6.7 Electrical Characteristics — Receiver....................... 5 12.2 Community Resources.......................................... 13
6.8 Switching Characteristics .......................................... 6 12.3 Trademarks ........................................................... 13
6.9 Typical Characteristics .............................................. 6 12.4 Electrostatic Discharge Caution ............................ 13
7 Parameter Measurement Information .................. 7 12.5 Glossary ................................................................ 13
8 Detailed Description .............................................. 8 13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable
8.1 Overview ................................................................... 8
Information ........................................................... 13

4 Revision History
Changes from Revision M (April 2017) to Revision N Page

• Changed the Thermal Information table ................................................................................................................................. 5

Changes from Revision L (March 2017) to Revision M Page

• Changed From: "±" To: "to" in the VCC column of Table 3.................................................................................................... 11

Changes from Revision K (January 2015) to Revision L Page

• Changed pin 16 (VCC) in Figure 6 ........................................................................................................................................ 10

Changes from Revision J (January 2014) to Revision K Page

• Added Applications, Device Information table, Pin Functions table, ESD Ratings table, Thermal Information table,
Typical Characteristics, Feature Description section, Device Functional Modes, Application and Implementation
section, Power Supply Recommendations section, Layout section, Device and Documentation Support section, and
Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information section. ................................................................................................. 1

Changes from Revision I (January 2004) to Revision J Page

• Updated document to new TI data sheet format - no specification changes. ........................................................................ 1

• Deleted Ordering Information table. ....................................................................................................................................... 1

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5 Pin Configuration and Functions

D, DB, DW, or PW Package

16-Pin SOIC, SSOP, or TSSOP
Top View

C1+ 1 16 VCC

V+ 2 15 GND

C1± 3 14 DOUT1

C2+ 4 13 RIN1

C2± 5 12 ROUT1

V± 6 11 DIN1

DOUT2 7 10 DIN2

RIN2 8 9 ROUT2

Not to scale

Pin Functions
PIN
TYPE DESCRIPTION
NAME NO.
C1+ 1 — Positive lead of C1 capacitor
V+ 2 O Positive charge pump output for storage capacitor only
C1– 3 — Negative lead of C1 capacitor
C2+ 4 — Positive lead of C2 capacitor
C2– 5 — Negative lead of C2 capacitor
V– 6 O Negative charge pump output for storage capacitor only
DOUT2 7 O RS232 line data output (to remote RS232 system)
DOUT1 14 O RS232 line data output (to remote RS232 system)
RIN2 8 I RS232 line data input (from remote RS232 system)
RIN1 13 I RS232 line data input (from remote RS232 system)
ROUT2 9 O Logic data output (to UART)
ROUT1 12 O Logic data output (to UART)
DIN2 10 I Logic data input (from UART)
DIN1 11 I Logic data input (from UART)
GND 15 — Ground
VCC 16 — Supply Voltage, Connect to external 3 V to 5.5 V power supply

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6 Specifications
6.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
over operating free-air temperature range (unless otherwise noted) (1)
MIN MAX UNIT
VCC Supply voltage range (2) –0.3 6 V
(2)
V+ Positive output supply voltage range –0.3 7 V
V– Negative output supply voltage range (2) –7 0.3 V
V+ – V– Supply voltage difference (2) 13 V
Drivers –0.3 6
VI Input voltage range V
Receivers –25 25
Drivers –13.2 13.2
VO Output voltage range V
Receivers –0.3 VCC + 0.3
TJ Operating virtual junction temperature 150 °C
Tstg Storage temperature range –65 150 °C

(1) Stresses beyond those listed under Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings
only, and functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under Recommended Operating
Conditions is not implied. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
(2) All voltages are with respect to network GND.

6.2 ESD Ratings

VALUE UNIT
Human body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 15000
RIN , DOUT, and GND pins (1)
Human body model (HBM), per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 3000
V(ESD) Electrostatic discharge V
All other pins (1)
Charged device model (CDM), per JEDEC specification JESD22-C101, 1000
all pins (2)

(1) JEDEC document JEP155 states that 500-V HBM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.
(2) JEDEC document JEP157 states that 250-V CDM allows safe manufacturing with a standard ESD control process.

6.3 Recommended Operating Conditions

(see Figure 6) (1)
MIN NOM MAX UNIT
VCC = 3.3 V 3 3.3 3.6
VCC Supply voltage V
VCC = 5 V 4.5 5 5.5
VCC = 3.3 V 2
VIH Driver high-level input voltage DIN V
VCC = 5 V 2.4
VIL Driver low-level input voltage DIN 0.8 V
Driver input voltage DIN 0 5.5
VI V
Receiver input voltage RIN –25 25
MAX3232C 0 70
TA Operating free-air temperature °C
MAX3232I –40 85

(1) Test conditions are C1–C4 = 0.1 μF at VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V; C1 = 0.047 μF, C2–C4 = 0.33 μF at VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V.

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6.4 Thermal Information

MAX3232
THERMAL METRIC (1) SOIC (D) SSOP (DB) SOIC (DW) TSSOP (PW) UNIT
16 PINS
RθJA Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance 78.1 93.5 66.6 101.1 °C/W
RθJC(top) Junction-to-case (top) thermal resistance 38.5 45.8 32.4 32.9 °C/W
RθJB Junction-to-board thermal resistance 36.3 44.6 31.9 47.5 °C/W
ψJT Junction-to-top characterization parameter 8.0 11.1 8.4 1.9 °C/W
ψJB Junction-to-board characterization parameter 36.0 44 31.5 46.9 °C/W
RθJC(bot) Junction-to-case (bottom) thermal resistance n/a n/a n/a n/a °C/W

(1) For more information about traditional and new thermal metrics, see the Semiconductor and IC Package Thermal Metrics application
report.

6.5 Electrical Characteristics — Device

over recommended ranges of supply voltage and operating free-air temperature (unless otherwise noted) (1) (see Figure 6)
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP (2) MAX UNIT
ICC Supply current No load, VCC = 3.3 V to 5 V 0.3 1 mA

(1) Test conditions are C1–C4 = 0.1 μF at VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V; C1 = 0.047 μF, C2–C4 = 0.33 μF at VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V.
(2) All typical values are at VCC = 3.3 V or VCC = 5 V, and TA = 25°C.

6.6 Electrical Characteristics — Driver

over recommended ranges of supply voltage and operating free-air temperature (unless otherwise noted) (1) (see Figure 6)
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP (2) MAX UNIT
VOH High-level output voltage DOUT at RL = 3 kΩ to GND, DIN = GND 5 5.4 V
VOL Low-level output voltage DOUT at RL = 3 kΩ to GND, DIN = VCC –5 –5.4 V
IIH High-level input current VI = VCC ±0.01 ±1 μA
IIL Low-level input current VI at GND ±0.01 ±1 μA
VCC = 3.6 V VO = 0 V
IOS (3) Short-circuit output current ±35 ±60 mA
VCC = 5.5 V VO = 0 V
rO Output resistance VCC, V+, and V– = 0 V VO = ±2 V 300 10M Ω

(1) Test conditions are C1–C4 = 0.1 μF at VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V; C1 = 0.047 μF, C2–C4 = 0.33 μF at VCC = 5 V ± 0.5
(2) All typical values are at VCC = 3.3 V or VCC = 5 V, and TA = 25°C.
(3) Short-circuit durations should be controlled to prevent exceeding the device absolute power dissipation ratings, and not more than one
output should be shorted at a time.

6.7 Electrical Characteristics — Receiver

over recommended ranges of supply voltage and operating free-air temperature (unless otherwise noted) (1) (see Figure 6)
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP (2) MAX UNIT
VOH High-level output voltage IOH = –1 mA VCC – 0.6 VCC – 0.1 V
VOL Low-level output voltage IOL = 1.6 mA 0.4 V
VCC = 3.3 V 1.5 2.4
VIT+ Positive-going input threshold voltage V
VCC = 5 V 1.8 2.4
VCC = 3.3 V 0.6 1.2
VIT– Negative-going input threshold voltage V
VCC = 5 V 0.8 1.5
Vhys Input hysteresis (VIT+ – VIT–) 0.3 V
rI Input resistance VI = ±3 V to ±25 V 3 5 7 kΩ

(1) Test conditions are C1–C4 = 0.1 μF at VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V; C1 = 0.047 μF, C2–C4 = 0.33 μF at VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V.
(2) All typical values are at VCC = 3.3 V or VCC = 5 V, and TA = 25°C.

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6.8 Switching Characteristics

over recommended ranges of supply voltage and operating free-air temperature (unless otherwise noted) (1) (see Figure 6)
PARAMETER TEST CONDITIONS MIN TYP (2) MAX UNIT
RL = 3 kΩ, CL = 1000 pF
Maximum data rate 150 250 kbit/s
One DOUT switching, See Figure 3
CL = 150 to 2500 pF
tsk(p) Driver Pulse skew (3) RL = 3 kΩ to 7 kΩ, 300 ns
See Figure 4
Slew rate, transition region RL = 3 kΩ to 7 kΩ, CL = 150 to 1000 pF 6 30
SR(tr) V/μs
(see Figure 3) VCC = 5 V CL = 150 to 2500 pF 4 30
Propagation delay time, low- to high-
tPLH®) 300
level output
CL = 150 pF
Propagation delay time, high- to low- ns
tPHL®) 300
level output
tsk(p) Receiver Pulse skew (1) 300

(1) Test conditions are C1–C4 = 0.1 μF at VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V; C1 = 0.047 μF, C2–C4 = 0.33 μF at VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V.
(2) All typical values are at VCC = 3.3 V or VCC = 5 V, and TA = 25°C.
(3) Pulse skew is defined as |tPLH − tPHL| of each channel of the same device.

6.9 Typical Characteristics

VCC = 3.3 V

6 1
VOH
5 0

±1
4
VOH (V)

±2
VOL (V)

3
±3
2
±4

1 ±5
VOL
0 ±6
0 5 10 15 20 25 0 5 10 15 20 25
Output Current (mA) C001 Output Current (mA) C001

Figure 1. DOUT VOH vs Load Current, Both Drivers Loaded Figure 2. DOUT VOL vs Load Current, Both Drivers Loaded

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7 Parameter Measurement Information

3V
Input 1.5 V 1.5 V
RS-232
Output 0V
Generator
(see Note B) 50 Ω
CL tTHL tTLH
RL (see Note A)
VOH
3V 3V
Output
−3 V −3 V
VOL

TEST CIRCUIT 6V VOLTAGE WAVEFORMS

SR(tr) =
t or t
THL TLH
A. CL includes probe and jig capacitance.
B. The pulse generator has the following characteristics: PRR = 250 kbit/s, ZO = 50 Ω, 50% duty cycle, tr ≤ 10 ns,
tf ≤ 10 ns.

Figure 3. Driver Slew Rate

3V
RS-232 Input 1.5 V 1.5 V
Generator Output 0V
(see Note B) 50 Ω
CL tPHL tPLH
RL (see Note A)
VOH
Output 50% 50%
VOL
TEST CIRCUIT VOLTAGE WAVEFORMS
A. CL includes probe and jig capacitance.
B. The pulse generator has the following characteristics: PRR = 250 kbit/s, ZO = 50 Ω, 50% duty cycle, tr ≤ 10 ns,
tf ≤ 10 ns.

Figure 4. Driver Pulse Skew

3V
Input 1.5 V
1.5 V
Output −3 V
Generator
(see Note B) 50 Ω tPHL tPLH
CL
(see Note A)
VOH
Output 50% 50%
VOL
TEST CIRCUIT VOLTAGE WAVEFORMS
A. CL includes probe and jig capacitance.
B. The pulse generator has the following characteristics: ZO = 50 Ω, 50% duty cycle, tr ≤ 10 ns, tf ≤ 10 ns.

Figure 5. Receiver Propagation Delay Times

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8 Detailed Description

8.1 Overview
The MAX3232 device consists of two line drivers, two line receivers, and a dual charge-pump circuit with ±15-kV
ESD protection terminal to terminal (serial-port connection terminals, including GND). The device meets the
requirements of TIA/EIA-232-F and provides the electrical interface between an asynchronous communication
controller and the serial-port connector. The charge pump and four small external capacitors allow operation from
a single 3-V to 5.5-V supply. The device operates at data signaling rates up to 250 kbit/s and a maximum of 30-
V/μs driver output slew rate. Outputs are protected against shorts to ground.

8.2 Functional Block Diagram

3.3 V, 5 V POWER

2 2 DOUT
DIN TX
RS232

2 2 RIN
ROUT RX
RS232

8.3 Feature Description

8.3.1 Power
The power block increases, inverts, and regulates voltage at V+ and V- pins using a charge pump that requires
four external capacitors.

8.3.2 RS232 Driver

Two drivers interface standard logic level to RS232 levels. Both DIN inputs must be valid high or low.

8.3.3 RS232 Receiver

Two receivers interface RS232 levels to standard logic levels. An open input will result in a high output on ROUT.
Each RIN input includes an internal standard RS232 load.

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8.4 Device Functional Modes

Table 1. Each Driver (1)

INPUT OUTPUT
DIN DOUT
L H
H L

(1) H = high level, L = low level

Table 2. Each Receiver (1)

INPUT OUTPUT
RIN ROUT
L H
H L
Open H

(1) H = high level, L = low level,

Open = input disconnected or
connected driver off

8.4.1 VCC powered by 3 V to 5.5 V

The device will be in normal operation.

8.4.2 VCC unpowered, VCC = 0 V

When MAX3232 is unpowered, it can be safely connected to an active remote RS232 device.

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9 Application and Implementation

NOTE
Information in the following applications sections is not part of the TI component
specification, and TI does not warrant its accuracy or completeness. TI’s customers are
responsible for determining suitability of components for their purposes. Customers should
validate and test their design implementation to confirm system functionality.

9.1 Application Information

For proper operation, add capacitors as shown in Figure 6.

9.2 Standard Application

ROUT and DIN connect to UART or general purpose logic lines. RIN and DOUT lines connect to a RS232
connector or cable.
3.3 V / 5 V

VCC 16 C BYPASS = 0.1 μF

1
C1+

+ 2 15
C1 V+ GND
− †+
C3
−
14
3 DOUT1
C1−

13
4 RIN1
C2+
+
C2 5 kΩ
−
5 C2−

12
ROUT1
6
V− 11
−
C4 DIN1
+
7 10
DOUT2 DIN2

8 9
RIN2 ROUT2

5 kΩ

† C3 can be connected to VCC or GND.

A. Resistor values shown are nominal.
B. Nonpolarized ceramic capacitors are acceptable. If polarized tantalum or electrolytic capacitors are used, they should
be connected as shown.

Figure 6. Typical Operating Circuit and Capacitor Values

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Standard Application (continued)

9.2.1 Design Requirements
• Recommended VCC is 3.3 V or 5 V. 3 V to 5.5 V is also possible
• Maximum recommended bit rate is 250 kbit/s.

Table 3. VCC vs Capacitor Values

VCC C1 C2, C3, C4
3.3 V to 0.3 V 0.1 µF 0.1 µF
5 V to 0.5 V 0.047 µF 0.33 µF
3 V to 5.5 V 0.1 µF 0.47 µF

9.2.2 Detailed Design Procedure

• All DIN, FORCEOFF and FORCEON inputs must be connected to valid low or high logic levels.
• Select capacitor values based on VCC level for best performance.

9.2.3 Application Curves

6
5
4
3
2
1
Voltage (V)

0
±1
±2
±3
±4
±5
±6
±7 DIN
DOUT to RIN
±8
ROUT
±9
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Time ( s) C001

VCC = 3.3 V
Figure 7. 250 kbit/s Driver to Receiver Loopback Timing Waveform

10 Power Supply Recommendations

VCC should be between 3 V and 5.5 V. Charge pump capacitors should be chosen using table in Figure 6.

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11 Layout

11.1 Layout Guidelines

Keep the external capacitor traces short. This is more important on C1 and C2 nodes that have the fastest rise
and fall times.

11.2 Layout Example

Ground

1 C1+ VCC 16 VCC

C3
0.1µF
C1 2 V+ GND 15 Ground

3 C1– DOUT1 14

4 C2+ RIN1 13
C2
5 C2– ROUT1 12

Ground 6 V– DIN1 11
C4
7 DOUT2 DIN2 10

8 RIN2 ROUT2 9

Figure 8. Layout Diagram

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12 Device and Documentation Support

12.1 Receiving Notification of Documentation Updates

To receive notification of documentation updates, navigate to the device product folder on ti.com. In the upper
right corner, click on Alert me to register and receive a weekly digest of any product information that has
changed. For change details, review the revision history included in any revised document.

12.2 Community Resources

The following links connect to TI community resources. Linked contents are provided "AS IS" by the respective
contributors. They do not constitute TI specifications and do not necessarily reflect TI's views; see TI's Terms of
Use.
TI E2E™ Online Community TI's Engineer-to-Engineer (E2E) Community. Created to foster collaboration
among engineers. At e2e.ti.com, you can ask questions, share knowledge, explore ideas and help
solve problems with fellow engineers.
Design Support TI's Design Support Quickly find helpful E2E forums along with design support tools and
contact information for technical support.

12.3 Trademarks
E2E is a trademark of Texas Instruments.
12.4 Electrostatic Discharge Caution
This integrated circuit can be damaged by ESD. Texas Instruments recommends that all integrated circuits be handled with
appropriate precautions. Failure to observe proper handling and installation procedures can cause damage.
ESD damage can range from subtle performance degradation to complete device failure. Precision integrated circuits may be more
susceptible to damage because very small parametric changes could cause the device not to meet its published specifications.

12.5 Glossary
SLYZ022 — TI Glossary.
This glossary lists and explains terms, acronyms, and definitions.

13 Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information

The following pages include mechanical packaging and orderable information. This information is the most
current data available for the designated devices. This data is subject to change without notice and revision of
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PACKAGING INFORMATION

Orderable Device Status Package Type Package Pins Package Eco Plan Lead/Ball Finish MSL Peak Temp Op Temp (°C) Device Marking Samples
(1) Drawing Qty (2) (6) (3) (4/5)

MAX3232CD ACTIVE SOIC D 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C

& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDB ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 80 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDBE4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 80 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDBG4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 80 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDBR ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDBRE4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDBRG4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDE4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDG4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDR ACTIVE SOIC D 16 2500 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU | CU SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDRE4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 2500 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDRG4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 2500 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDW ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDWG4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDWR ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU | CU SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDWRE4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CDWRG4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MAX3232C
& no Sb/Br)

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Orderable Device Status Package Type Package Pins Package Eco Plan Lead/Ball Finish MSL Peak Temp Op Temp (°C) Device Marking Samples
(1) Drawing Qty (2) (6) (3) (4/5)

MAX3232CPW ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 90 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C

& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CPWE4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 90 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CPWG4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 90 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CPWR ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU | CU SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CPWRE4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232CPWRG4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232ID ACTIVE SOIC D 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDB ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 80 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDBE4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 80 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDBG4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 80 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDBR ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDBRE4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDBRG4 ACTIVE SSOP DB 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDE4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDG4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDR ACTIVE SOIC D 16 2500 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU | CU SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDRE4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 2500 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDRG4 ACTIVE SOIC D 16 2500 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)

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Orderable Device Status Package Type Package Pins Package Eco Plan Lead/Ball Finish MSL Peak Temp Op Temp (°C) Device Marking Samples
(1) Drawing Qty (2) (6) (3) (4/5)

MAX3232IDW ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I

& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDWE4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDWG4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 40 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDWR ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU | CU SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDWRE4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IDWRG4 ACTIVE SOIC DW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MAX3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IPW ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 90 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IPWE4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 90 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IPWG4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 90 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IPWR ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU | CU SN Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IPWRE4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
MAX3232IPWRG4 ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM -40 to 85 MB3232I
& no Sb/Br)
SN003232CPWR ACTIVE TSSOP PW 16 2000 Green (RoHS CU NIPDAU Level-1-260C-UNLIM 0 to 70 MA3232C
& no Sb/Br)

(1)
The marketing status values are defined as follows:
ACTIVE: Product device recommended for new designs.
LIFEBUY: TI has announced that the device will be discontinued, and a lifetime-buy period is in effect.
NRND: Not recommended for new designs. Device is in production to support existing customers, but TI does not recommend using this part in a new design.
PREVIEW: Device has been announced but is not in production. Samples may or may not be available.
OBSOLETE: TI has discontinued the production of the device.

(2)
RoHS: TI defines "RoHS" to mean semiconductor products that are compliant with the current EU RoHS requirements for all 10 RoHS substances, including the requirement that RoHS substance
do not exceed 0.1% by weight in homogeneous materials. Where designed to be soldered at high temperatures, "RoHS" products are suitable for use in specified lead-free processes. TI may
reference these types of products as "Pb-Free".

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RoHS Exempt: TI defines "RoHS Exempt" to mean products that contain lead but are compliant with EU RoHS pursuant to a specific EU RoHS exemption.
Green: TI defines "Green" to mean the content of Chlorine (Cl) and Bromine (Br) based flame retardants meet JS709B low halogen requirements of <=1000ppm threshold. Antimony trioxide based
flame retardants must also meet the <=1000ppm threshold requirement.

(3)
MSL, Peak Temp. - The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating according to the JEDEC industry standard classifications, and peak solder temperature.

(4)
There may be additional marking, which relates to the logo, the lot trace code information, or the environmental category on the device.

(5)
Multiple Device Markings will be inside parentheses. Only one Device Marking contained in parentheses and separated by a "~" will appear on a device. If a line is indented then it is a continuation
of the previous line and the two combined represent the entire Device Marking for that device.

(6)
Lead/Ball Finish - Orderable Devices may have multiple material finish options. Finish options are separated by a vertical ruled line. Lead/Ball Finish values may wrap to two lines if the finish
value exceeds the maximum column width.

Important Information and Disclaimer:The information provided on this page represents TI's knowledge and belief as of the date that it is provided. TI bases its knowledge and belief on information
provided by third parties, and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of such information. Efforts are underway to better integrate information from third parties. TI has taken and
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In no event shall TI's liability arising out of such information exceed the total purchase price of the TI part(s) at issue in this document sold by TI to Customer on an annual basis.

OTHER QUALIFIED VERSIONS OF MAX3232 :

• Enhanced Product: MAX3232-EP

NOTE: Qualified Version Definitions:

• Enhanced Product - Supports Defense, Aerospace and Medical Applications

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TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION

*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package Package Pins SPQ Reel Reel A0 B0 K0 P1 W Pin1
Type Drawing Diameter Width (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Quadrant
(mm) W1 (mm)
MAX3232CDBR SSOP DB 16 2000 330.0 16.4 8.2 6.6 2.5 12.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232CDR SOIC D 16 2500 330.0 16.4 6.5 10.3 2.1 8.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232CDRG4 SOIC D 16 2500 330.0 16.4 6.5 10.3 2.1 8.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232CDWR SOIC DW 16 2000 330.0 16.4 10.75 10.7 2.7 12.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232CDWRG4 SOIC DW 16 2000 330.0 16.4 10.75 10.7 2.7 12.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232CPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 330.0 12.4 6.9 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1
MAX3232CPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 330.0 12.4 6.9 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1
MAX3232CPWRG4 TSSOP PW 16 2000 330.0 12.4 6.9 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1
MAX3232IDBR SSOP DB 16 2000 330.0 16.4 8.2 6.6 2.5 12.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232IDR SOIC D 16 2500 330.0 16.4 6.5 10.3 2.1 8.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232IDRG4 SOIC D 16 2500 330.0 16.4 6.5 10.3 2.1 8.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232IDWR SOIC DW 16 2000 330.0 16.4 10.75 10.7 2.7 12.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232IDWRG4 SOIC DW 16 2000 330.0 16.4 10.75 10.7 2.7 12.0 16.0 Q1
MAX3232IPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 330.0 12.4 6.9 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1
MAX3232IPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 330.0 12.4 6.9 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1
MAX3232IPWRG4 TSSOP PW 16 2000 330.0 12.4 6.9 5.6 1.6 8.0 12.0 Q1

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*All dimensions are nominal

Device Package Type Package Drawing Pins SPQ Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm)
MAX3232CDBR SSOP DB 16 2000 367.0 367.0 38.0
MAX3232CDR SOIC D 16 2500 333.2 345.9 28.6
MAX3232CDRG4 SOIC D 16 2500 333.2 345.9 28.6
MAX3232CDWR SOIC DW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 38.0
MAX3232CDWRG4 SOIC DW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 38.0
MAX3232CPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 35.0
MAX3232CPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 364.0 364.0 27.0
MAX3232CPWRG4 TSSOP PW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 35.0
MAX3232IDBR SSOP DB 16 2000 367.0 367.0 38.0
MAX3232IDR SOIC D 16 2500 333.2 345.9 28.6
MAX3232IDRG4 SOIC D 16 2500 333.2 345.9 28.6
MAX3232IDWR SOIC DW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 38.0
MAX3232IDWRG4 SOIC DW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 38.0
MAX3232IPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 35.0
MAX3232IPWR TSSOP PW 16 2000 364.0 364.0 27.0
MAX3232IPWRG4 TSSOP PW 16 2000 367.0 367.0 35.0

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 MECHANICAL DATA

MSSO002E – JANUARY 1995 – REVISED DECEMBER 2001

DB (R-PDSO-G**) PLASTIC SMALL-OUTLINE

28 PINS SHOWN

0,38
0,65 0,15 M
0,22
28 15

0,25
0,09
5,60 8,20
5,00 7,40

Gage Plane

1 14 0,25

A 0°–ā8° 0,95
0,55

Seating Plane

2,00 MAX 0,05 MIN 0,10

PINS **
14 16 20 24 28 30 38
DIM

A MAX 6,50 6,50 7,50 8,50 10,50 10,50 12,90

A MIN 5,90 5,90 6,90 7,90 9,90 9,90 12,30

4040065 /E 12/01

NOTES: A. All linear dimensions are in millimeters.

B. This drawing is subject to change without notice.
C. Body dimensions do not include mold flash or protrusion not to exceed 0,15.
D. Falls within JEDEC MO-150

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