RS-485 bus transceiver for 3.3V industrial links
The MAX3072EESA+T is a half-duplex transceiver from Analog Devices, with one driver and one receiver in an 8-SOIC package. It handles 250 kbps on a 3V to 3.6V supply rail, with 100 mV of receiver hysteresis. The –40°C to +85°C temperature range suits it for factory-floor networks and outdoor telecom cabinets.
Supply voltage — 3.3V only, no 5V tolerance
The supply range is 3V to 3.6V, which means this part runs on a nominal 3.3V rail. A 5V supply will exceed the absolute maximum and damage the device. If your existing bus is 5V, you need a level translator or a 5V-tolerant transceiver variant.
Lifecycle and sourcing
The MAX3072EESA+T is listed as Active with ROHS3 compliance. No end-of-life notice or last-time-buy window is in effect, so it remains a safe choice for both new designs and production replenishment.
