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MAX3485ESA

Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices)

3.3V-Powered, 10Mbps and Slew-Rate-Limited True RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers

maxim/MAX3485ESA
Category
Uncategorised
Package
SOIC8
Pins
8

Overview

The MAX3485ESA is an uncategorised made by Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) in a SOIC8 package with 8 pins. 3.3V-Powered, 10Mbps and Slew-Rate-Limited True RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers.

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.

Symbol

RO1RE2DE3DI4GND5A6B7VCC8
Interface_UART:MAX3485From KiCad's library

Footprint

12345678
Package_SO:SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mmFrom KiCad's library

Pinout

8
The pins of the MAX3485ESA
PinNameType
1ROOutput
2REInput
3DEInput
4DIInput
5GNDPower in
6AInput/output
7BInput/output
8VCCPower in

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Questions

Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the MAX3485ESA?

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 MAX3485ESA?

SOIC8, with 8 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.

What can replace the MAX3485ESA?

Parts like it in the library: the LTA8062XS8/R8 by Linearin, the SD8568 by WAVE, the FH9926 by XIN FEI HONG and the LTC8836XS8/R8 by Linearin. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.

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