

MAX3485CSA
Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices)
0℃~+70℃ 1 1 10Mbps 32 3V~3.6V Enable shutdown、Overcurrent Protection、Thermal shutdown protection、Low-power mode、Tx/Rx enable Half-Duplex Transceiver SOIC-8 RS-485 / RS-422 ICs
- Category
- RS 485 , RS 422 ICs
- Package
- SOIC-8
- Pins
- 8
Overview
The MAX3485CSA is a RS 485 , RS 422 IC made by Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) in a SOIC-8 package with 8 pins. 0℃~+70℃ 1 1 10Mbps 32 3V~3.6V Enable shutdown、Overcurrent Protection、Thermal shutdown protection、Low-power mode、Tx/Rx enable Half-Duplex Transceiver SOIC-8 RS-485 / RS-422 ICs.
PCBKit's library has its KiCad symbol (Interface_UART:MAX3485, from KiCad's library) and its footprint (Package_SO:SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm, from KiCad's library), ready for a KiCad board. JLCPCB lists it (part C3212488). 1 open-source board in 1 repository on GitHub use it.
Symbol
Footprint
Parameters
9- Communication Mode
- Half-Duplex
- Data Rate
- 10Mbps
- Features
- Tx/Rx enable;Thermal shutdown protection;Enable shutdown;Overcurrent Protection;Low-power mode
- Number of Drivers
- 1
- Number of Nodes
- 32
- Number of Receivers
- 1
- Operating Temperature
- 0℃~+70℃
- Type
- Transceiver
- Voltage - Supply
- 3V~3.6V
Order codes
1- MAX3485CSALCSC C3212488
Pinout
8| Pin | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RO | Output |
| 2 | RE | Input |
| 3 | DE | Input |
| 4 | DI | Input |
| 5 | GND | Power in |
| 6 | A | Input/output |
| 7 | B | Input/output |
| 8 | VCC | Power in |
Open-source boards using it
All 1- 2 layers113.1 × 98.8 mm

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Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the MAX3485CSA?
Yes. The symbol is Interface_UART:MAX3485 and the footprint Package_SO:SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm, both drawn on this page. PCBKit places them on a board for you when you design with it.
What package is the MAX3485CSA?
SOIC-8, with 8 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.
Where is the MAX3485CSA datasheet?
Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) publishes it: the Datasheet link on this page opens it.
Where can I order the MAX3485CSA?
JLCPCB lists it as part C3212488, with 0 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.
What can replace the MAX3485CSA?
Parts like it in the library: the SP3485EN-L/TR by MaxLinear, the SP485EEN-L/TR by MaxLinear, the SN75176BD by Texas Instruments and the MAX485ESA+T by Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices). Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.
Which open-source boards use the MAX3485CSA?
1 board in 1 repository on GitHub; the most starred are listed on this page, with their KiCad files.
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