General Description

The MAX14780E is a +5V, ±30kV HBM ESD half duplex RS-485/422 transceiver.

The MAX14780E features reduced slew-rate drivers that minimize EMI and reduce reflections caused by improperly terminated cables, allowing error-free data transmis sion up to 500kbps.

The MAX14780E is available in an 8-pin SO and PDIP packages operating over a temperature range from -40°C to +85°C.

Benefits and Features

Integrated Protection Increases Robustness

♦ ±30kV HBM ESD per JEDEC JS-001-2012

♦ ±12kV Contact ESD per IEC 61000-4-2

♦ ±15kV Air Gap ESD per IEC 61000-4-2

♦ True Fail-Safe Receiver Prevents False

   Transitions on Receiver Input Short or Open

♦ Hot Swap Eliminates False Transitions During

   Power-Up or Hot Insertion

♦ Short-Circuit Protected Outputs Low Current

   Reduces Power Consumption

Low Current Reduces Power Consumption

♦ 10µA Shutdown Current

♦ 1.2mA of Supply Current When Unloaded

Applications

   Utility Meters

   Lighting Systems

   Industrial Control

   Telecom

   Security Systems

   Instrumentation