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MAX232 Serial Level Converter IC

MAX232 Serial Level Converter IC

Electra Store SKU: CM-21688
7.50 EGP 7.50 EGP Save 0%

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Overview

<p data-start="116" data-end="352">The <strong data-start="120" data-end="130">MAX232</strong> is a <strong data-start="136" data-end="160">dual driver/receiver</strong> IC that converts <strong data-start="178" data-end="203">RS-232 voltage levels</strong> to <strong data-start="207" data-end="229">TTL voltage levels</strong>, making it essential in communication between microcontrollers (like Arduino or PIC) and serial devices such as computers.</p>

Description


๐Ÿ”ง Key Features:

  • โœ… Converts RS-232 signals to TTL logic and vice versa

  • โœ… Built-in Charge Pump: Requires only external capacitors for ยฑ10V generation

  • โœ… Dual Channel: Supports 2 transmitters and 2 receivers

  • โœ… Standard DIP-16 package for breadboard compatibility

  • โœ… Operates with single 5V supply


โš™๏ธ Technical Specifications:

  • IC Type: MAX232

  • Package: DIP-16

  • Supply Voltage: 4.5V to 5.5V

  • Data Rate: Up to 120 kbps

  • Operating Temperature: 0ยฐC to +70ยฐC

  • Applications: RS-232 communication, embedded systems, Arduino, microcontrollers


๐Ÿ“ฆ Typical Applications:

  • ๐Ÿ”Œ Interfacing microcontrollers with PC via RS-232

  • ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Serial communication with GSM modules or GPS

  • ๐Ÿ“ก TTL to RS232 conversion in embedded projects

  • ๐Ÿงช Prototyping and testing on breadboards


๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Package Includes:

  • 1x MAX232 IC โ€“ DIP-16 Package