Alternatives to Texas Instruments MAX232EIDWR
Texas Instruments MAX232EIDWR and its qualified second sources, compared on form/fit/function, stock, lifecycle and price — the same checks Parter runs inside a BOM.
 MAX232EIDWRTexas Instruments | TRS232EIDWRTexas Instruments | MAX232ECDWRTexas Instruments | +4more | |
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| FFF Compatibility | Features the exact same 16-pin SOIC DW package footprint with a fully identical pinout assignment.Matches the standard 16-SOIC wide body dimensions (7.50mm width) and surface-mount style.Matches or exceeds all key specifications, including the 2/2 transceiver configuration, 250kbps data rate, and supply voltage. | Shares the same 16-pin SOIC DW package footprint with a fully identical pinout.Uses the standard 16-SOIC wide body layout with identical physical dimensions.The operating temperature range is narrower (0°C to 70°C) compared to the industrial range (-40°C to 85°C) of the original part. | ||
 AI Summary | MAX232EIDWR by Texas Instruments: 2/2 Transceiver Full RS232 16-SOIC. | Recommended as a direct parametric equivalent from Texas Instruments, this part offers identical pinout, speed, temperature range, and package footprint. It serves as a seamless alternative.
| This is the commercial temperature grade sibling in the same MAX232E family. It is physically and functionally identical, but rated for a narrower operating temperature range.
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| Lifecycle Status | Active | Active | Obsolete | |
| Market Availability | In stock | In stock | In stock | |
| REACH | REACH | REACH | REACH | |
| RoHS | RoHS | RoHS | RoHS | |
| Description | 2/2 Transceiver Full RS232 16-SOIC | 2/2 Transceiver Full RS232 16-SOIC | 2/2 Transceiver Full RS232 16-SOIC | |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | |
| Type | Interface | Interface | Interface | |
| Datasheet | Open | Open | Open | |
| Lead Time | 9 weeks | 16 weeks | 6 weeks | |
| Country of Origin | - | - | - | |
| Export Control Class Number | EAR99 | EAR99 | EAR99 | |
| HTSUS Code | 8542.39.0070 | - | - | |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 1 (Unlimited) | - | - | |
| Type | Transceiver | - | - | |
| Duplex | Full | - | - | |
| Protocol | RS232 | - | - | |
| Data Rate | 250kbps | - | - | |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | - | - | |
| Package / Case | 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width) | - | - | |
| Voltage - Supply | 4.5V ~ 5.5V | - | - | |
| Receiver Hysteresis | 500 mV | - | - |
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. The Texas Instruments MAX232EIDWR is active and in production. The parts listed here are qualified equivalents if you need a second source or better availability.
The closest qualified second sources for the Texas Instruments MAX232EIDWR are the TRS232EIDWR (Texas Instruments) and the MAX232ECDWR (Texas Instruments), out of 6 matched alternatives in total. Each is compared against the original on fit, form and function in the table above.
Not always. The alternatives to the MAX232EIDWR are matched on function but can differ in package, pinout or a key parameter, so review the fit/form/function notes in the table and the datasheet before designing one in.
The MAX232EIDWR (Texas Instruments) is a part in the Interface category. This page lists qualified, cross-referenced replacements for it with a side-by-side comparison.
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