MAX3248EEAI datasheet by Maxim Integrated Products

MAX3248EEAI Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the maximum data rate that the MAX3248EEAI can support?
  The MAX3248EEAI can support data rates up to 1 Mbps, making it suitable for high-speed serial communication applications.
• How does the MAX3248EEAI handle ESD protection?
  The MAX3248EEAI has built-in electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection on the RS-232 inputs, which can withstand up to ±15kV human-body model (HBM) and ±8kV IEC 61000-4-2 contact discharge.
• Can the MAX3248EEAI operate in harsh environments?
  Yes, the MAX3248EEAI is designed to operate over an extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, making it suitable for use in harsh industrial and automotive environments.
• How does the MAX3248EEAI handle power-down mode?
  The MAX3248EEAI has a power-down mode that reduces the supply current to less than 1µA, making it suitable for battery-powered applications. In power-down mode, the device's outputs are high impedance, and the receiver inputs are disabled.
• Is the MAX3248EEAI compatible with other RS-232 transceivers?
  Yes, the MAX3248EEAI is pin-compatible with other popular RS-232 transceivers, such as the MAX232 and the SP3232, making it a drop-in replacement in many applications.