The MAX3386E is a three-driver and two-receiver RS-232 interface device, with split supply pins for mixed-signal operations. All RS-232 inputs and outputs are protected to ±15 kV using the IEC 61000-4-2 Air-Gap Discharge method, ±8 kV using the IEC 61000-4-2 Contact Discharge method, and ±15 kV using the Human-Body Model.
The charge pump requires only four small 0.1-µF capacitors for operation from a 3.3-V supply. The MAX3386E is capable of running at data rates up to 250 kbps, while maintaining RS-232-compliant output levels.
The MAX3386E has a unique VL pin that allows operation in mixed-logic voltage systems. Both driver in (DIN) and receiver out (ROUT) logic levels are pin programmable through the VL pin. The MAX3386E is available in a space-saving thin shrink small-outline package (TSSOP).
| Drivers per package | 3 |
| Receivers per package | 2 |
| Logic voltage (min) (V) | 3.3 |
| Data rate (max) (Mbps) | 0.25 |
| Main supply voltage (nom) (V) | 2.5 |
| Features | Powerdown |
| ESD HBM (kV) | 15 |
| Rating | Catalog |
| Operating temperature range (°C) | -40 to 85 |
| Vout (typ) (V) | 5.4 |
| SOIC (DW) | 20 | 131.84 mm² 12.8 x 10.3 |
| TSSOP (PW) | 20 | 41.6 mm² 6.5 x 6.4 |
| — (—) | — | See data sheet |