MAX3485ESA

Introducing the MAX3485ESA, a versatile and high-performance RS-485/RS-422 transceiver that is a perfect solution for industrial automation, data communication, and instrumentation applications. This product offers a wide supply voltage range of 3.0V to 5.5V, making it suitable for battery-operated systems as well as industrial systems powered by higher voltage levels. The MAX3485ESA features a low current consumption of only 300µA, making it an energy-efficient choice for portable and low-power applications. It provides a data rate of up to 250kbps, enabling fast and reliable communication over long distances. With an extended ±60V fault protection on the bus pins, this transceiver ensures a high level of robustness and protection against voltage spikes and transients. Furthermore, the MAX3485ESA offers both half-duplex and full-duplex operation modes, allowing flexible integration into different systems. It comes in an 8-pin SOIC package, making it suitable for compact designs and easy PCB mounting. So whether you need a reliable and efficient transceiver for your industrial automation or data communication project, the MAX3485ESA is the ideal solution that combines performance, versatility, and ease of use.