What this transceiver does on the bus
The Maxim MAX3086ESD+ is a full-duplex RS-422/RS-485 transceiver in a 14-SOIC surface-mount package. It handles one driver and one receiver.
Lifecycle and sourcing
The MAX3086ESD+ is listed as Active in production with ROHS3 compliance. No last-time-buy or end-of-life notices are on record.
