The MAX3232EEPE+ can support data rates up to 250 kbps.
Yes, the MAX3232EEPE+ is designed to operate in harsh environments with temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C and is suitable for industrial and automotive applications.
The MAX3232EEPE+ has built-in ESD protection on the RS-232 inputs, which can withstand ±15kV human-body model (HBM) and ±8kV IEC 61000-4-2 contact discharge.
The MAX3232EEPE+ has a low power consumption of 5mA (typical) when operating from a 3.3V supply, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
Yes, the MAX3232EEPE+ can be used in 5V systems, but it requires an external voltage regulator to step down the 5V supply to 3.3V.