MAX232ACSE RS-232 Line Driver IC SOIC-16 Dual Transceiver

The MAX232ACSE is a dual RS-232 line driver and receiver IC designed for reliable serial communication between TTL/CMOS logic and RS-232 compatible devices. Featuring integrated charge pump voltage converters, it operates from a single 5V power supply while eliminating the need for dual power rails. Housed in a compact SOIC-16 package, the MAX232ACSE is widely used in microcontroller interfaces, industrial automation, embedded systems, communication equipment, and serial data transmission applications. Features Dual RS-232 transmitter and receiver. Single 5V power supply operation. Integrated charge pump voltage converter. No external ±12V supply required. Supports RS-232 communication standards. Low power consumption. Reliable data transmission. Compact SOIC-16 SMD package. Compatible with TTL and CMOS logic levels. RoHS compliant. Applications Microcontroller serial communication. RS-232 interface converters. Industrial automation systems. Embedded system development. Computer serial ports. POS terminals. Modems and communication equipment. Instrumentation and measurement devices. PLC communication interfaces. General-purpose serial data transmission. Specification Parameter Value Part Number MAX232ACSE Device Type RS-232 Line Driver/Receiver IC Package SOIC-16 (Narrow) Supply Voltage 5V Transmitters 2 Receivers 2 Logic Compatibility TTL/CMOS Communication Standard RS-232 Mounting Type Surface Mount (SMD) Operating Temperature 0°C to +70°C