MAX238ENG

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Signal Level Translator
• Characteristics: High-speed, Low-power, Wide voltage range
• Package: DIP-16 (Dual In-line Package with 16 pins)
• Essence: Translates logic signals between different voltage levels
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 2.7V to 6V
• Logic Input Voltage Range: 0V to Vcc
• Logic Output Voltage Range: 0V to Vcc
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Propagation Delay Time: 10ns (typical)

Pin Configuration

The MAX238ENG has a total of 16 pins arranged as follows:

1. VCC
2. A1
3. B1
4. GND
5. A2
6. B2
7. GND
8. A3
9. B3
10. GND
11. A4
12. B4
13. GND
14. RO
15. RE
16. DE

Functional Features

• Translates logic signals between different voltage levels
• Supports bidirectional communication
• Four independent channels for signal translation
• High-speed operation with low propagation delay
• Low power consumption
• ESD protection on all inputs and outputs

Advantages

• Wide supply voltage range allows compatibility with various systems
• High-speed operation enables fast data transmission
• Low power consumption helps in energy-efficient designs
• ESD protection ensures robustness against electrostatic discharge

Disadvantages

• Limited number of channels may not be suitable for applications requiring more than four translations simultaneously
• DIP-16 package may not be suitable for space-constrained designs

Working Principles

The MAX238ENG is a signal level translator IC that operates by converting logic signals between different voltage levels. It consists of four independent channels, each capable of bidirectional translation. The device uses internal circuitry to detect the input logic level and translate it to the corresponding output logic level.

Application Field Plans

The MAX238ENG is commonly used in various applications where logic signals need to be translated between different voltage levels. Some typical application fields include:

1. Microcontroller interfacing with different voltage peripherals
2. Communication systems involving multiple voltage domains
3. Industrial automation and control systems
4. Data acquisition and measurement equipment
5. Automotive electronics

Alternative Models

1. MAX3378EEB: 8-channel bidirectional level translator
2. SN74LV1T34DBVR: Single-channel unidirectional level shifter
3. PCA9306DCUR: Dual bidirectional I2C-bus and SMBus voltage-level translator

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be considered based on specific requirements and design constraints.

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