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Texas Instruments MAX202IPW — Sensors & Transducers

MAX202IPW RS-232 Transceiver 120Kbps 2/2 Full-Duplex

MPNMAX202IPW
End of Life

Texas Instruments MAX202IPW, RS-232 transceiver, full duplex, 2 drivers / 2 receivers, 120 kbps data rate, 4.5 V to 5.5 V supply, -40°C to 85°C, 16-TSSOP package

$1.6Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Packaging16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
RoHSROHS3 Compliant
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

MAX202IPW specifications
ParameterValue
TypeTransceiver
MountingSurface Mount
Voltage4.5V ~ 5.5V
ProtocolRS232
Operating temperature-40°C ~ 85°C
DuplexFull
PackageTube
Data rate120Kbps
Case16-TSSOP (0.173\", 4.40mm Width)
Receiver hysteresis500 mV
Number of drivers (Receivers)2/2

Product details

What the 120 kbps data rate means for your serial link

The MAX202IPW is a full-duplex RS-232 transceiver rated for 120 kbps, which covers most legacy serial interfaces like UART debug ports, terminal connections, and industrial sensor links that don't need high-speed throughput. With two drivers and two receivers, it supports a single full-duplex channel or two half-duplex channels — common in point-to-point or multi-drop RS-232 networks.

Frequently asked questions

What package and footprint does MAX202IPW use?

It comes in a 16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40 mm width) surface-mount package, supplier device package 16-TSSOP.

Is MAX202IPW obsolete or has an EOL notice?

No — the product status is Active with no end-of-life notice recorded. ROHS3 compliant.

What are the alternatives or equivalent parts to MAX202IPW?

Pin-compatible alternatives in the same RS-232 family include the MAX232 and MAX202 series from Texas Instruments and other vendors, though exact drive capability and hysteresis vary — confirm with your design team before swapping.