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ST232B Datasheet 5V Powered Multi-channel RS-232 Drivers/Receivers

Manufacturer: STMicroelectronics

Download the ST232B datasheet PDF. This datasheet also includes the ST232C variant, as both parts are published together in a single manufacturer document.

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Note: The manufacturer provides a single datasheet file (ST232C_STMicroelectronics.pdf) that lists specifications for multiple related part numbers.

General Description

The ST232 is a 2 driver, 2 receiver device following EIA/TIA-232 and V.28 communication standard.

It is particularly suitable for applications where ±12 V is not available.

The ST232 uses a single 5 V power supply and only four external capacitors (0.1 µF).

Overview

ST232B ST232C 5 V powered multi-channel RS-232 drivers and receivers.

Key Features

  • Supply voltage range: 4.5 to 5.5 V.
  • Supply current no load (typ. ): 5 mA.
  • Transmitter output voltage swing (typ): ±7.8 V.
  • Controlled output slew rate.
  • Receiver input voltage range: ± 30 V.
  • Data rate (typ. ): 220 kbps.
  • Operating temperature range:.
  • -40 ° to 85 °C.
  • 0 ° to 70 °C.
  • Compatible with MAX232 and MAX202.