Overview
The MAX232INE4 is a RS232 IC made by Texas Instruments in a PDIP-16 package with 16 pins.
PCBKit's library has its KiCad symbol (Interface_UART:MAX232, from KiCad's library) and its footprint (Package_DIP:DIP-16_W8.89mm_SMDSocket_LongPads, from KiCad's library), ready for a KiCad board. JLCPCB lists it (part C17196718).
Symbol
Footprint
Pinout
16| Pin | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C1+ | Passive |
| 2 | VS+ | Power out |
| 3 | C1- | Passive |
| 4 | C2+ | Passive |
| 5 | C2- | Passive |
| 6 | VS- | Power out |
| 7 | T2OUT | Output |
| 8 | R2IN | Input |
| 9 | R2OUT | Output |
| 10 | T2IN | Input |
| 11 | T1IN | Input |
| 12 | R1OUT | Output |
| 13 | R1IN | Input |
| 14 | T1OUT | Output |
| 15 | GND | Power in |
| 16 | VCC | Power in |
Parts like it
8
MAX202EIN
DIP-16-40℃~+85℃ 120Kbps 15mA 2 2 4.5V~5.5V Transceiver Yes ±15kV DIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSHGSEMIRS232 ICsMAX232N
PDIP-160℃~+70℃ 120Kbps 2 2 4.5V~5.5V Transceiver PDIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSTexas InstrumentsRS232 ICsMAX232EIN
PDIP-16-40℃~+85℃ 2 2 250Kbps 4.5V~5.5V 8mA Transceiver Yes ±15kV PDIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSTexas InstrumentsRS232 ICsHGX232EIN
DIP-16-40℃~+85℃ 140Kbps 14mA 2 2 4.5V~5.5V Transceiver Yes ±2kV DIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSHGSEMIRS232 ICsMAX3232AEIN
DIP-16RS232 ICsHGSEMIMAX232CPE(LX)
DIP-16-40℃~+85℃ 1mA 2 2 250Kbps 3V~5.5V Transceiver Yes ±15kV DIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSlingxingicRS232 ICsMAX3232CPE(LX)
DIP-16-40℃~+85℃ 1mA 2 2 250Kbps 3V~5.5V Transceiver Yes ±15kV DIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSlingxingicRS232 ICsMAX3232EPE(LX)
DIP-16-40℃~+85℃ 1mA 2 2 250Kbps 3V~5.5V Transceiver Yes ±15kV DIP-16 RS232 ICs ROHSlingxingicRS232 ICs
Questions
Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the MAX232INE4?
Yes. The symbol is Interface_UART:MAX232 and the footprint Package_DIP:DIP-16_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 MAX232INE4?
PDIP-16, with 16 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.
Where can I order the MAX232INE4?
JLCPCB lists it as part C17196718, with 0 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.
What can replace the MAX232INE4?
Parts like it in the library: the MAX202EIN by HGSEMI, the MAX232N by Texas Instruments, the MAX232EIN by Texas Instruments and the HGX232EIN by HGSEMI. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.