±15kV ESD Protected, 3V to 5.5V, 1Microamp, 1Mbps, RS-232 Transceivers with Enhanced Automatic Powerdown The **ICL3225ECAZ** is a **3.3V-powered RS-232 transceiver** manufactured by **Intersil** (now part of Renesas Electronics). Below are its specifications, descriptions, and features based on factual data:

### **Specifications:**
- **Supply Voltage (VCC):** **3.0V to 3.6V** (3.3V operation)
- **Data Rate:** Up to **250kbps**
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** **2 Drivers, 2 Receivers**
- **ESD Protection:** **±15kV (Human Body Model)**
- **Operating Temperature Range:** **-40°C to +85°C**
- **Package:** **16-pin SSOP (Shrink Small Outline Package)**
- **Low Power Consumption:** **1μA (Typical) in shutdown mode**
- **Compliance:** Meets **EIA/TIA-232-F** standards

### **Descriptions:**
- The **ICL3225ECAZ** is a **low-power, high-performance RS-232 transceiver** designed for **3.3V systems**.
- It integrates **charge-pump circuitry** to generate RS-232 voltage levels (±5.5V) from a single **3.3V supply**.
- Suitable for **battery-powered and portable applications** due to its low power consumption.
- Features **auto-shutdown and wake-up** functionality to conserve power when not in use.

### **Features:**
- **Single 3.3V Power Supply** (No dual supply required)
- **On-Chip Charge Pump** for RS-232 voltage generation
- **Low Standby Current (1μA)**
- **Enhanced ESD Protection (±15kV HBM)**
- **Small Footprint (16-pin SSOP)**
- **Compatible with 5V Logic Inputs**
- **Meets EIA/TIA-232-F and ITU-T V.28 Standards**
- **Auto Power-Down Mode** for reduced power consumption

This device is commonly used in **industrial, embedded, and portable systems** requiring **RS-232 communication** with **3.3V logic compatibility**.

±15kV ESD Protected, 3V to 5.5V, 1Microamp, 1Mbps, RS-232 Transceivers with Enhanced Automatic Powerdown