MAX483CSA+

Low-Power, Slew-Rate-Limited RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers The MAX483CSA+ is a low-power transceiver manufactured by Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices).  

### **Specifications:**  
- **Supply Voltage:** 4.75V to 5.25V  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** 0°C to +70°C  
- **Data Rate:** Up to 250kbps  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** 1 Driver, 1 Receiver  
- **Interface Type:** RS-485, RS-422  
- **Package:** 8-pin SOIC  
- **Low Power Consumption:**  
  - **Shutdown Current:** 0.1µA (typical)  
  - **Operating Current:** 120µA (typical)  
- **ESD Protection:** ±15kV (Human Body Model)  

### **Descriptions:**  
The MAX483CSA+ is a low-power, slew-rate-limited RS-485/RS-422 transceiver designed for half-duplex communication. It features reduced EMI and reflections due to its slew-rate-limited driver, making it suitable for noise-sensitive applications.  

### **Features:**  
- Low-power operation  
- Slew-rate-limited for reduced EMI  
- Thermal shutdown protection  
- Receiver fail-safe for open or shorted inputs  
- Compatible with RS-485 and RS-422 standards  
- Half-duplex communication  

This transceiver is commonly used in industrial control, telecommunications, and automotive applications.

Low-Power, Slew-Rate-Limited RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers