MAX238xWG+ / MAX238xNG+

Adapts or transmits signals between devices.

Tutorial / documentation

Communication

Quick documentation & first test preparation

  1. Identify component MAX238xWG+ and its package.
  2. Identify the protocol, logic levels and each pin’s function.
  3. Check required termination and pull-up/pull-down resistors.
  4. Consult the application circuit in the linked documentation before testing.

MAX238xWG+

Quad RS232 driver/receiver, 5V supply, 120kb/s, SOIC-24W

  • Quad RS232 driver/receiver, 5V supply, 120kb/s, SOIC-24W
  • Identify the protocol, logic levels and each pin’s function.
  • Check required termination and pull-up/pull-down resistors.
  • The manufacturer’s pinout and absolute limits take precedence over this page.
Technical documentation

MAX238xNG+

Quad RS232 driver/receiver, 5V supply, 120kb/s, DIP-24

  • Quad RS232 driver/receiver, 5V supply, 120kb/s, DIP-24
  • Identify the protocol, logic levels and each pin’s function.
  • Check required termination and pull-up/pull-down resistors.
  • The manufacturer’s pinout and absolute limits take precedence over this page.
Technical documentation