SP232AEN-L-TR Datasheet, PDF (1/11 Pages) Exar Corporation – Enhanced RS-232 Line Drivers/Receivers

SP232A
Enhanced RS-232 Line Drivers/Receivers
FEATURES
• Operates from a Single +5V Power Supply
• Meets all RS-232F and ITU V.28 Specifications
• Operates with 0.1μF Ceramic Capacitors
• High Data rate - 120kbps under load
• Low power CMOS Operation
• +/-2kV Human Body Model ESD Protection
• Lead Free packaging available
DESCRIPTION
The SP232A is a line driver and receiver pair that meets the specifications of RS-232 and V.28 serial
protocols. This device is pin-to-pin compatible with popular industry standard pinouts. The SP232A
offers 120kbps data rate under load, small ceramic type 0.1μF charge pump capacitors and overall
ruggedness for comercial applications. The SP232A features Exar's BiCMOS design allowing for low
power operation without sacrificing performance. This device is avaialble in plastic DIP, SOICW and
nSOIC packages operating over the commercial and industrial temperature ranges.
Exar Corporation 48720 Kato Road, Fremont CA, 94538 • [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.exar.com

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