What this transceiver does on the bus
The MAX3086EESD+ is a single-channel RS-422/RS-485 transceiver running full duplex at 10 Mbps. One driver, one receiver in a 14-SOIC package. Supply range is 4.75 V to 5.25 V.
10 Mbps — what that means for the line
At 10 Mbps you're looking at roughly 100 ns bit period. That's fast enough for most PLC backplane links, encoder feedback, or drive comms over short distances.
Lifecycle and sourcing
This part is listed as Active — no end-of-life notice, no last-time-buy pressure. You can spec it into new designs without worrying about a forced respin next year. ROHS3 compliant, so it's fine for EU markets and most global BOMs. Sourced through independent distribution; current pricing and lead time are confirmed at quote time against an RFQ.
