

Overview
The MAX3232MDBREP is a buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceiver made by Texas Instruments in a SSOP-16-208mil package with 16 pins. -55℃~+125℃ 1 1.6mA 1mA 2mA 300ns@150pF 3V~5.5V MAX3232 Push-pull Schmitt trigger SSOP-16-208mil RS232 ICs ROHS.
PCBKit's library has its KiCad symbol (Interface_UART:MAX3232, from KiCad's library) and its footprint (Package_SO:SSOP-16_5.3x6.2mm_P0.65mm, from KiCad's library), ready for a KiCad board. JLCPCB lists it (part C2671031). 1 open-source board in 1 repository on GitHub use it.
Symbol
Footprint
Order codes
1- MAX3232MDBREPLCSC C2671031
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 |
Open-source boards using it
All 1- 4 layers86.5 × 42.1 mm

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Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the MAX3232MDBREP?
Yes. The symbol is Interface_UART:MAX3232 and the footprint Package_SO:SSOP-16_5.3x6.2mm_P0.65mm, both drawn on this page. PCBKit places them on a board for you when you design with it.
What package is the MAX3232MDBREP?
SSOP-16-208mil, with 16 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.
Where is the MAX3232MDBREP datasheet?
Texas Instruments publishes it: the Datasheet link on this page opens it.
Where can I order the MAX3232MDBREP?
JLCPCB lists it as part C2671031, with 0 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.
What can replace the MAX3232MDBREP?
Parts like it in the library: the BU90LV048-E2 by ROHM Semiconductor, the 74HC365DB118 by Nexperia, the 74HC367DB by NXP Semiconductors and the 74HCT366DB by NXP Semiconductors. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.
Which open-source boards use the MAX3232MDBREP?
1 board in 1 repository on GitHub; the most starred are listed on this page, with their KiCad files.
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