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Texas Instruments AM26LV31CNSR — Interface & Transceivers

AM26LV31CNSR Texas Instruments RS422/RS485 Driver, 3V-3.6V

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Texas Instruments AM26LV31CNSR, RS422/RS485 Driver, 4 drivers, 0 receivers, 3V-3.6V supply, 0°C-70°C, 16-SOIC package.

$1.5100Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
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Specifications

AM26LV31CNSR specifications
ParameterValue
TypeDriver
MountingSurface Mount
Supply voltage3V ~ 3.6V
ProtocolRS422, RS485
Operating temperature0°C~70°C
PackageTape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT)
Case16-SOIC (0.209\", 5.30mm Width)
Number of drivers (Receivers)4/0

Product details

Quad RS422/RS485 line driver for 3.3V backplanes and industrial links

It integrates four independent drivers in a single 16-SOIC package, with no receivers on-chip — this is a pure transmit-side device.

At 3.3V nominal, the AM26LV31CNSR interfaces directly with 3.3V UARTs, FPGAs, and MCUs without level shifters. If your system still runs a 5V logic bus, the input thresholds are not 5V-tolerant — you will need external translation or a different driver variant. The 4/0 driver/receiver count means you pair this with a separate RS422/RS485 receiver (like the AM26LV32 or SN75175) for a full transceiver pair.

For prototype or low-volume builds, Cut Tape (CT) options are also available.

This is a standard catalog part with broad distribution coverage. For BOM planning, the base product number AM26LV31 covers multiple package and temperature variants, so the CNSR (commercial temp, SOIC, Tape & Reel) is the most widely stocked option.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use AM26LV31CNSR for RS485 communication?

Yes, the AM26LV31CNSR is specified for both RS422 and RS485 protocols. It provides the differential drive for RS485 multi-drop buses, but note it is a driver-only device — you will need a separate RS485 receiver (such as the AM26LV32) for the receive path.

Is AM26LV31CNSR compatible with 5V logic?

Interfacing with 5V logic requires external level translation or a different driver rated for 5V supply.

Is AM26LV31CNSR a direct replacement for AM26LV31CNS?

The AM26LV31CNS and AM26LV31CNSR share the same base product number and electrical specifications. The difference is packaging: CNS is typically Tube, while CNSR is Tape & Reel. They are functionally identical and pin-compatible for the same 16-SOIC footprint.