MAX488ECPA

15kV ESD-Protected / Slew-Rate-Limited / Low-Power / RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers The MAX488ECPA is a low-power transceiver designed for RS-485 and RS-422 communication.  

### **Manufacturer Specifications:**  
- **Manufacturer:** Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices)  
- **Package:** 8-Pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-Line Package)  
- **Operating Voltage:** +4.75V to +5.25V  
- **Data Rate:** Up to 2.5Mbps  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** 1 Driver, 1 Receiver  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** 0°C to +70°C  
- **ESD Protection:** ±15kV (Human Body Model)  
- **Low Power Consumption:**  
  - **Supply Current (No Load):** 120µA (Typical)  
  - **Shutdown Current:** 0.1µA (Typical)  

### **Descriptions:**  
The MAX488ECPA is a half-duplex transceiver that complies with RS-485 and RS-422 standards. It includes fail-safe circuitry to ensure a high receiver output when inputs are open or shorted.  

### **Features:**  
- **Half-Duplex Communication**  
- **Enhanced ESD Protection (±15kV)**  
- **Low Power Consumption**  
- **Thermal Shutdown Protection**  
- **Receiver Input Hysteresis for Noise Immunity**  
- **Driver Output Short-Circuit Protection**  
- **Compatible with 3.3V and 5V Systems**  

This device is commonly used in industrial control, telecom, and networking applications.

15kV ESD-Protected / Slew-Rate-Limited / Low-Power / RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers