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SP232EP Specifications

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SP232EPSIPEX100Yes

SP232EP** is a **RS-232 transceiver IC** manufactured by **SIPEX** (now part of Microchip Technology).

The SP232EP is a RS-232 transceiver IC manufactured by SIPEX (now part of Microchip Technology). Below are its key specifications, descriptions, and features:

Specifications:

  • Supply Voltage: +5V (±10%)
  • Data Rate: Up to 120 kbps
  • Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
  • Number of Drivers/Receivers: 2 Drivers, 2 Receivers
  • ESD Protection: ±15 kV (Human Body Model)
  • Package: 16-pin DIP, SOIC
  • Compliance: Meets EIA/TIA-232-F standards

Descriptions:

  • The SP232EP is a low-power RS-232 transceiver designed for serial communication.
  • It includes an onboard charge pump to generate RS-232 voltage levels (±5V to ±10V) from a single +5V supply.
  • Suitable for industrial, embedded, and communication systems requiring reliable RS-232 interfacing.

Features:

  • Single +5V Power Supply Operation
  • On-Chip Charge Pump for RS-232 Voltage Levels
  • Low Power Consumption
  • Enhanced ESD Protection (±15 kV HBM)
  • Wide Operating Temperature Range (-40°C to +85°C)
  • Drop-in Replacement for MAX232

This IC is commonly used in PC peripherals, modems, industrial controls, and embedded systems requiring RS-232 communication.

*(Note: SIPEX was acquired by Microchip Technology, and some variants may be available under Microchip branding.)*

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