The MAX232ESE+ is a high-speed, dual, 12-driver/receiver line driver/receiver chip from Analog Devices. It features an on-chip charge pump that converts a single +5V supply into multiple ±5V supplies, eliminating the need for external capacitors. The device provides a low-power shutdown mode that reduces power consumption by 65 percent at 1 Mbps, making it ideal for battery-powered applications
The MAX232ESE+ is designed for use in asynchronous data communication between DTE/DCE devices such as microcontrollers, terminal adapters, PCs, and modems. It uses Mode 0 asynchronous protocol to transmit/receive NRZ data up to 120K bps. The device includes 12-transmit (TxD), 12-receive (RxD) drivers and receivers, enabling full-duplex communication. It is packaged in an 8-pin DIP with a 0.3-inch lead pitch for surface mounting.