MAX3467ESA+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Transceiver
• Characteristics: Low-power, half-duplex RS-485/RS-422 transceiver
• Package: SOIC-8
• Essence: MAX3467ESA+T is a highly integrated transceiver designed for half-duplex communication over long distances using the RS-485/RS-422 standard.
• Packaging/Quantity: The MAX3467ESA+T is available in a surface-mount SOIC-8 package. It is typically sold in reels of 2500 units.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 3.0V to 5.5V
• Data Rate: Up to 16Mbps
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Number of Channels: 1
• Receiver Hysteresis: 50mV
• Shutdown Current: 1μA (typical)

Pin Configuration

The MAX3467ESA+T has the following pin configuration:

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| | --| VCC GND |-- Power Supply Pins --| RO DI |-- Receiver Output and Driver Input --| RE DE |-- Receiver Enable and Driver Enable --| A B |-- Differential Data Line |___________| ```

Functional Features

• Half-duplex communication: The MAX3467ESA+T supports bidirectional data transmission on a single differential pair, allowing for efficient half-duplex communication.
• Low power consumption: With a shutdown current of only 1μA, the transceiver minimizes power consumption when not actively transmitting or receiving data.
• High data rate: The MAX3467ESA+T can achieve data rates of up to 16Mbps, making it suitable for high-speed communication applications.
• Receiver hysteresis: The receiver input includes hysteresis to improve noise immunity and ensure reliable data reception.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Integrated solution: The MAX3467ESA+T combines the functionality of a transceiver into a single IC, simplifying circuit design and reducing component count. - Wide supply voltage range: The transceiver can operate from 3.0V to 5.5V, providing flexibility in various system configurations. - High data rate: The ability to handle data rates up to 16Mbps makes it suitable for demanding applications.

Disadvantages: - Single-channel: The MAX3467ESA+T is a single-channel transceiver, limiting its use in applications requiring multiple independent communication channels. - Half-duplex only: It does not support full-duplex communication, which may be a limitation in certain scenarios.

Working Principles

The MAX3467ESA+T operates based on the RS-485/RS-422 standard, which uses differential signaling for robust long-distance communication. It incorporates a driver and receiver circuitry that enables bidirectional data transmission over a single twisted-pair cable. The driver converts logic-level signals into differential voltages, while the receiver detects and amplifies the differential signals back into logic levels.

Application Field Plans

The MAX3467ESA+T is commonly used in various industrial automation and control systems, including:

1. Building automation: It enables communication between sensors, actuators, and central control units in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems.
2. Factory automation: It facilitates data exchange between PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), motor drives, and other industrial equipment.
3. Process control: It allows for reliable communication between distributed control systems and field devices in industries such as oil and gas, chemical, and power generation.
4. Transportation systems: It enables communication between control units, sensors, and actuators in railway signaling, traffic management, and vehicle control systems.

Alternative Models

• MAX3485ESA+T
• MAX485ESA+T
• SN65HVD485EDGK
• LTC2850IMS#PBF
• ADM485ARZ

These alternative models offer similar functionality to the MAX3467ESA+T and can be considered as replacements depending on specific requirements and availability.

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