What this part is and where it fits
The MAX13046EELT+T is a single-channel bidirectional voltage level translator from Analog Devices. It handles data rates up to 16 Mbps and operates over a VCCA range of 1.1 V to 3.6 V and a VCCB range of 1.65 V to 5.5 V.
Bidirectional operation — no direction pin needed
The translator is bidirectional per channel, meaning a single part handles signal translation in both directions without an external direction-control pin. This simplifies layout and reduces GPIO overhead on the controller side. The channel type is listed as bidirectional, so the same pin pair passes data from A-side to B-side and vice versa automatically.
Supply voltage ranges — what they mean for your BOM
VCCA accepts 1.1 V to 3.6 V. VCCB accepts 1.65 V to 5.5 V. The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
Lifecycle and sourcing
The MAX13046EELT+T is listed as Active with ROHS3 compliance. For production BOM planning, this part carries no imminent obsolescence risk.
