The SP3222EBEA is a RS-232 transceiver from Sipex Corporation. It's designed to meet the needs of portable systems, offering low power consumption and high data rates. This transceiver facilitates communication between a system's logic level and an RS-232 serial port.

Applications

• Notebook and Laptop Computers
• Sub-Notebooks
• Palmtop PCs
• Handheld Devices
• PDAs
• Battery-Powered Equipment

Features

• Meets or Exceeds TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28 Standards
• Operates from a Single 3.0V to 5.5V Power Supply
• Low Power Consumption: 1mA Typical
• High Data Rate: Up to 250kbps
• Small Footprint Packages
• ESD Protection: ±15kV Human Body Model
• Pin-to-Pin Compatible with Industry Standard SP3222E
• Enhanced Driver Output Protection

Benefits

• Simplified System Design: Single power supply operation reduces the complexity of power management.
• Extended Battery Life: Low power consumption maximizes battery life in portable applications.
• Robust Communication: High data rate enables faster and more reliable data transfer.
• Space Saving: Small package options minimize board space requirements.
• Enhanced Reliability: ESD protection ensures reliable operation in harsh environments.

Additional Details

The SP3222EBEA integrates charge pump circuitry to generate the RS-232 voltage levels from a single supply. It features two drivers and two receivers. The device's enhanced driver output protection safeguards against short-circuit conditions and excessive voltage levels.