RS232 transceiver for serial links — 250kbps, 3V to 5.5V supply
The Analog Devices MAX3224ECAP+ is a full-duplex RS232 transceiver in a 20-SSOP package, integrating two drivers and two receivers. It handles serial communication at 250kbps.
What the 250kbps data rate and 500 mV hysteresis mean for your link
The 250kbps data rate supports standard UART baud rates up to 250k. The 500 mV receiver hysteresis provides noise immunity on the incoming RS232 line. The full-duplex capability means both transmit and receive paths are active simultaneously.
Lifecycle and sourcing — active, no obsolescence concern
No NRND or last-time-buy notice applies. It is ROHS3 compliant, so it passes the material declaration for most commercial and industrial builds. For a BOM line that needs a reliable RS232 transceiver, this part can be specified into new designs without worrying about a sudden EOL.
