MAX485ESA in MAX485 / MAX13487 RS-485 Family
The MAX485ESA family, manufactured by Analog Devices (formerly Maxim Integrated), consists of high-speed, low-power transceivers for RS-485 and RS-422 communication. These components are industry-standard solutions designed to facilitate balanced data transmission over long cable lengths in noisy environments. Operating from a single +5V supply, the series features driver and receiver stages that provide robust differential signaling while maintaining minimal current consumption, making them a staple in industrial and building automation systems.
Variants in This Sub-Family
Variants within the MAX485ESA sub-family primarily differ based on packaging and temperature ratings. The suffix 'ESA' denotes an 8-pin SOIC package rated for the extended industrial temperature range of -40 to +85 degrees Celsius. Additional designations like '+T' indicate lead-free (RoHS) compliance and tape-and-reel packaging for automated assembly, while the core electrical specifications remain consistent across the SOIC-8 variants.
