Package and mounting
Housed in a 16-SSOP body (0.209" wide, 5.30 mm), the MAX3226EAE+T is a surface-mount part. The SSOP footprint is common across many Maxim RS232 transceivers, so a board laid out for this package can often accept pin-compatible siblings without a layout change. The reeled format (Tape & Reel) feeds pick-and-place lines directly; store the reels dry — SSOP packages are moisture-sensitive and need a dry cabinet or bake before reflow if the seal is broken.
Lifecycle and compliance
ROHS3 compliant, so it passes the EU material restrictions for new equipment. No LTB window to watch — this one should remain available through standard distribution for the foreseeable future. If you are qualifying a BOM for a five-year production run, the MAX3226EAE+T does not carry a phase-out risk today.
