Four channels in one IC saves board area versus four separate receivers, and the differential input common-mode range handles the ground shifts that show up between cabinets.
Active lifecycle — still a current-production part
No last-time-buy or end-of-life notice to plan around. The one catch: it is RoHS non-compliant, meaning the solder terminations use leaded finishes. If your assembly line is RoHS-only, you will need an exemption or a Pb-free alternative — check the SN65LVDS32D (the lead-free sibling) if that matters.