Overview
Features and Benefits
- 3V to 5.5V Single-Supply Operation
- Configurable Multiprotocol Operation:
- 2Tx/2Rx RS-232 Transceivers
- Single RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver
- 10Mbps RS-485/RS-422 Data Rates and 1Mbps RS-232 Data Rates
- Configurable RS-232/RS-485 Transmitter Slew Rates
- Configurable Full-Duplex/Half-Duplex RS-485/RS-422 Operation
- Fully Assembled and Tested
Product Details
The MAX3161E evaluation kit (EV kit) circuit demonstrates the RS-232/RS-485/RS-422 multiprotocol transceivers using the MAX3161E IC. The circuit can be configured to operate as a dual transceiver in RS-232 mode or as a single transceiver in RS-485/RS-422 mode. The MAX3161E RS-232 data rates can reach 1Mbps, while RS-485/RS-422 data rates can reach 10Mbps. The configurable slew-rate limiting feature reduces data rates for either protocol to achieve reduced EMI.
In RS-485/RS-422 mode, the EV kit demonstrates full-duplex or half-duplex communication. The MAX3161E drivers feature short-circuit and thermal protection as well as fail-safe circuitry for open, shorted, or unconnected RS-485/RS-422 receiver inputs. The MAX3161E EV kit operates from a single 3V to 5.5VDC supply capable of providing 100mA.
Applications
- Industrial Controls
- Interface Converters
- Networking
- Peripherals
- Point-of-Sale Equipment
- RS-232 to RS-485
- Security Systems
Documentation & Resources
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MAX3161EEVKIT: MAX3161E Evaluation Kit Data Sheet (Rev. 0)5/7/2007PDF118K