RS-232 link in a 16-SSOP footprint
The MAX3221EEAE+ is a single-channel RS-232 transceiver in a 16-SSOP package, handling one driver and one receiver for full-duplex serial communication at 250 kbps.
It is ROHS3 compliant.
Maxim Integrated MAX3221EEAE+ RS-232 Transceiver, 250 kbps
MPNMAX3221EEAE+
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Maxim Integrated MAX3221EEAE+, RS-232 transceiver, full duplex, 1 driver / 1 receiver, 250 kbps data rate, 3V to 5.5V supply, 16-SSOP package, -40°C to 85°C operating temperature.
$6.71Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Packaging16-SSOP (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
RoHSROHS3 Compliant
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Transceiver |
| Mounting | Surface Mount |
| Supply voltage | 3V ~ 5.5V |
| Protocol | RS232 |
| Operating temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Duplex | Full |
| Package | Tube |
| Data rate | 250kbps |
| Case | 16-SSOP (0.209\", 5.30mm Width) |
| Receiver hysteresis | 500 mV |
| Number of drivers (Receivers) | 1/1 |
Product details
Frequently asked questions
Is MAX3221EEAE+ compatible with 3.3V supply?
Yes, the supply voltage range of 3V to 5.5V covers 3.3V rails directly. No level translation is required between a 3.3V UART and the RS-232 line.
What is an equivalent part for MAX3221EEAE+?
The MAX3221EEAE+ is a Maxim part with a 1/1 driver/receiver count in a 16-SSOP package. Other RS-232 transceivers in the same package family (e.g., from TI or ADI) may be pin-compatible but should be verified against the specific pinout and supply range — no universal drop-in is guaranteed without checking the datasheet.