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MAX481EPA

Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices)

-40℃~+85℃ 1 1 2.5Mbps 4.75V~5.25V Transceiver PDIP-8 RS-485 / RS-422 ICs

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DatasheetJLCPCBLCSCmaxim/MAX481EPA
Category
RS 485 , RS 422 ICs
Package
PDIP-8
Pins
8

Overview

The MAX481EPA is a RS 485 , RS 422 IC made by Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) in a PDIP-8 package with 8 pins. -40℃~+85℃ 1 1 2.5Mbps 4.75V~5.25V Transceiver PDIP-8 RS-485 / RS-422 ICs.

PCBKit's library has its KiCad symbol (Interface_UART:MAX481E, from KiCad's library) and its footprint (Package_DIP:DIP-8_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPads, from KiCad's library), ready for a KiCad board. JLCPCB lists it (part C3213546).

Symbol

RO1RE2DE3DI4GND5A6B7VCC8
Interface_UART:MAX481EFrom KiCad's library

Footprint

12345678
Package_DIP:DIP-8_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPadsFrom KiCad's library

Parameters

6
Data Rate
2.5Mbps
Number of Drivers
1
Number of Receivers
1
Operating Temperature
-40℃~+85℃
Types
Transceiver
Voltage - Supply
4.75V~5.25V

Order codes

1

Pinout

8
The pins of the MAX481EPA
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 MAX481EPA?

Yes. The symbol is Interface_UART:MAX481E and the footprint Package_DIP:DIP-8_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPads, both drawn on this page. PCBKit places them on a board for you when you design with it.

What package is the MAX481EPA?

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

Where is the MAX481EPA datasheet?

Maxim Integrated (Analog Devices) publishes it: the Datasheet link on this page opens it.

Where can I order the MAX481EPA?

JLCPCB lists it as part C3213546, with 0 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.

What can replace the MAX481EPA?

Parts like it in the library: the MAX485EN by HTC, the HGX3485ECN by HGSEMI, the HGX3485EIN by HGSEMI and the HGX485EIN by HGSEMI. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.

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