The MAX13488EESA+ is a half duplex, ±15KV ESD protected RS485/RS422 compatible transceiver with AutoDirection control architecture in 8 pin NSOIC package. This +5V powered transceiver has one driver and one receiver. The MAX13488E includes hot swap capability to eliminate false transitions on bus during power-up or live insertion. AutoDirection control architecture makes the device ideal for applications such as isolated RS485 ports where the driver input is used in conjunction with driver enable signal to drive differential bus. The MAX13488E driver slew rate is not limited which allows transmit speeds up to 16Mbps. The device has 1/4 unit load receiver input impedance, it allows up to 128 transceivers on the bus. All driver outputs are protected to ±15KV ESD using the human body model (HBM). It is typically used in utility meters and automated systems.
● Supply voltage range from 4.75V to 5.25V
● Operating temperature range from -40°C to 85°C
● Eliminates an isolated control channel with AutoDirection architecture
● AutoDirection saves space, BOM cost and eliminates an opto or other discrete means of isolation
● Options optimize designs for speed or errorless data transmission
● Supply current of 4.5mA
● Shutdown supply current of 10µA
● AutoDirection enables driver automatically on transmission
