ICL3221CBZ
RS-232 Transmitter/ReceiverThe ICL3221CBZ is a rs-232 transmitter/receiver from Renesas Electronics. View the full ICL3221CBZ datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
Official ICL3221CBZ datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
Manufacturer
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Interface ICsICL3221CBZ Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Features | Manual and automatic powerdown, receiver enable |
| Data Rate | 250kbps (minimum assured) |
| Slew Rate | 6V/µs (minimum assured) |
| Standards | EIA/TIA-232, V.28/V.24 |
| ESD Protection | 15kV (Human Body Model) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.0V to 5.5V |
| External Capacitors | 4 x 0.1µF |
| Number Of Receivers | 1 |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Number Of Transmitters | 1 |
| Supply Current (Powerdown) | 1.0µA typical, 10µA max |
| Supply Current (Automatic Power-Down Disabled, Unloaded) | 0.3mA typical, 1.0mA max |
ICL3221CBZ Overview
Part: ICL3221, ICL3222, ICL3223, ICL3232, ICL3241, ICL3243 — Renesas (formerly Intersil)
Type: RS-232 Transmitters/Receivers
Description: 3.0V to 5.5V powered RS-232 transmitters/receivers meeting EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 specifications, with data rates greater than 250kbps and 1μA standby supply current.
Operating Conditions:
- Supply voltage: 3.0V to 5.5V
- Operating temperature: 0 to +70 °C (ICL32xxCx), -40 to +85 °C (ICL32xxIx)
- Data rate: 250kbps
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Max supply voltage: 6 V (VCC to Ground)
- Max junction temperature: +150 °C
- Max storage temperature: -65 to +150 °C
Key Specs:
- Supply Current, Automatic Power-Down: 1.0 μA (Typ, at 25°C)
- Supply Current, Powerdown: 1.0 μA (Typ, at 25°C)
- Supply Current, Automatic Power-Down Disabled: 0.3 mA (Typ, at 25°C, VCC = 3.15V or 3.0V)
- Input Logic Threshold Low (TIN, FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN): 0.8 V (Max, Full Temp)
- Input Logic Threshold High (TIN, FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN): 2.0 V (Min, VCC = 3.3V, Full Temp)
- Output Voltage Low (IOUT = 1.6mA): 0.4 V (Max, Full Temp)
- Output Voltage High (IOUT = -1.0mA): VCC - 0.6 V (Min, Full Temp)
- Receiver Input Thresholds to Enable Transmitters: -2.7 V to 2.7 V (Full Temp)
Features:
- RoHS Compliant
- 15kV ESD protected (Human Body Model)
- Meets EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 specifications at 3V
- Latch-up free
- On-chip voltage converters require only four external 0.1μF capacitors
- Manual and automatic powerdown features (except ICL3232)
- Receiver hysteresis for improved noise immunity
- Assured minimum data rate: 250kbps
- Assured minimum slew rate: 6V/μs
- Low supply current in powerdown state: 1μA
Applications:
- Any system requiring RS-232 communication ports
- Battery powered, hand-held, and portable equipment
- Laptop computers, Notebooks
- Modems, printers, and other peripherals
- Digital cameras
- Cellular/mobile phones
Package:
- 16 Ld SSOP
- 16 Ld TSSOP
- 20 Ld SSOP
- 18 Ld SOIC
- 20 Ld TSSOP
- 16 Ld SOIC
- 16 Ld SOIC (N)
- 16 Ld PDIP
- 28 Ld SSOP
- 28 Ld TSSOP
- 28 Ld SOIC
ICL3221CBZ Features
- RoHS Compliant
- 15kV ESD protected (Human Body Model)
- Drop-in replacements for MAX3221, MAX3222, MAX3223, MAX3232, MAX3241, MAX3243, SP3243
- ICL3221 is a low-power, pin compatible upgrade for 5V MAX221
- ICL3222 is a low-power, pin compatible upgrade for 5V MAX242, and SP312A
- ICL3232 is a low-power upgrade for HIN232/ICL232 and pin compatible competitor devices
- RS-232 compatible with V CC = 2.7V
- Meets EIA/TIA-232 and V.28/V.24 specifications at 3V
- Latch-up free
- On-chip voltage converters require only four external 0.1μF capacitors
- Manual and automatic powerdown features (except ICL3232)
- Assured mouse driveability (ICL324x only)
- Receiver hysteresis for improved noise immunity
- Assured minimum data rate: 250kbps
- Assured minimum slew rate: 6V/ μ s
- Wide power supply range: single +3V to +5.5V
- Low supply current in powerdown state:1μA
ICL3221CBZ Applications
- Any system requiring RS-232 communication ports
- Battery powered, hand-held, and portable equipment
- Laptop computers, Notebooks
- Modems, printers, and other peripherals
- Digital cameras
- Cellular/mobile phones
ICL3221CBZ Pin Configuration
ICL3221 (SSOP, TSSOP) Top View
ICL3221CBZ Electrical Characteristics
Test Conditions: V CC = 3V to 5.5V, C 1 - C 4 = 0.1μF; unless otherwise specified. Typicals are at T A = 25°C
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Tem p (°C) | Min | Typ | Max | Uni t | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC Characteristics | |||||||
| Supply Current, Automatic Power-Down | All R IN open, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only) | All R IN open, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only) | 25 | - | 1.0 | 10 | μA |
| Supply Current, Powerdown | FORCEOFF = SHDN = GND (except ICL3232) | FORCEOFF = SHDN = GND (except ICL3232) | 25 | - | 1.0 | 10 | μA |
| Supply Current, Automatic Power-Down Disabled | All outputs unloaded, FORCEON = FORCEOFF = SHDN = V | V CC = 3.15V, ICL3221-32 | 25 | - | 0.3 | 1.0 | mA |
| Supply Current, Automatic Power-Down Disabled | CC | V CC = 3.0V, ICL3241-43 | 25 | - | 0.3 | 1.0 | mA |
| Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic and Transmitter Inputs and Receiver Outputs |
| Input Logic Threshold Low | T IN , FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN | T IN , FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN | Full | - | - | 0.8 | V |
| Input Logic Threshold High | T IN , FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN | V CC = 3.3V | Full | 2.0 | - | - | V |
| Input Logic Threshold High | V CC = 5.0V | Full | 2.4 | - | - | V | |
| Input Leakage Current | T IN , FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN | T IN , FORCEON, FORCEOFF, EN, SHDN | Full | - | ±0.01 | ±1.0 | μA |
| Output Leakage Current (Except ICL3232) | FORCEOFF = GND or EN = V CC | FORCEOFF = GND or EN = V CC | Full | - | ±0.05 | ±10 | μA |
| Output Voltage Low | I OUT = 1.6mA | I OUT = 1.6mA | Full | - | - | 0.4 | V |
| Output Voltage High | I OUT = -1.0mA | I OUT = -1.0mA | Full | V CC - 0.6 | V CC - 0.1 | - | V |
| Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) | Automatic Powerdown (ICL3221, ICL3223, ICL3243 only, FORCEON = GND, FORCEOFF = V CC ) |
| Receiver Input Thresholds to Enable Transmitters | ICL32xx powers up (See Figure 12) | ICL32xx powers up (See Figure 12) | Full | -2.7 | - | 2.7 | V |
| Receiver Input Thresholds to Disable Transmitters | ICL32xx powers down (See Figure 12) | ICL32xx powers down (See Figure 12) | Full | -0.3 | - | 0.3 | V |
| INVALID Output Voltage Low | I OUT = 1.6mA | I OUT = 1.6mA | Full | - | - | 0.4 | V |
| INVALID Output Voltage High | I OUT = -1.0mA | I OUT = -1.0mA | Full | V CC -0.6 | - | - | V |
| Receiver Threshold to Transmitters Enabled Delay (t WU ) | 25 | - | 100 | - | μs | ||
| Receiver Positive or Negative Threshold to INVALID High Delay (t INVH ) | 25 | - | 1 | - | μs | ||
| Receiver Positive or Negative Threshold to INVALID Low Delay (t INVL ) | 25 | - | 30 | - | μs | ||
| Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs | Receiver Inputs |
| Input Voltage Range | Full | -25 | - | 25 | V | ||
| Input Threshold Low | V CC = 3.3V | V CC = 3.3V | 25 | 0.6 | 1.2 | - | V |
| Input Threshold Low | V CC = 5.0V | V CC = 5.0V | 25 | 0.8 | 1.5 | - | V |
| Input Threshold High | V CC = 3.3V | V CC = 3.3V | 25 | - | 1.5 | 2.4 | V |
| Input Threshold High | V CC = 5.0V | V CC = 5.0V | 25 | - | 1.8 | 2.4 | V |
| Input Hysteresis | 25 | - | 0.3 | - | V |
Test Conditions: V CC = 3V to 5.5V, C 1 - C 4 = 0.1μF; unless otherwise specified. Typicals are at T A = 25°C (Continued)
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Test Conditions | Tem p (°C) | Min | Typ | Max | Uni t |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input Resistance | 25 | 3 | 5 | 7 | kΩ | ||
| Transmitter Outputs | |||||||
| Output Voltage Swing | All Transmitter Outputs Loaded with 3kΩ to Ground | All Transmitter Outputs Loaded with 3kΩ to Ground | Full | ±5.0 | ±5.4 | - | V |
| Output Resistance | V CC = V+ = V- = 0V, Transmitter Output = ±2V | V CC = V+ = V- = 0V, Transmitter Output = ±2V | Full | 300 | 10M | - | W |
| Output Short-Circuit Current | Full | - | ±35 | ±60 | mA | ||
| Output Leakage Current | V OUT = ±12V, V CC = 0V or 3V to 5.5V Automatic Powerdown or FORCEOFF = SHDN = GND | V OUT = ±12V, V CC = 0V or 3V to 5.5V Automatic Powerdown or FORCEOFF = SHDN = GND | Full | - | - | ±25 | μA |
| Mouse Driveability (ICL324X Only) | Mouse Driveability (ICL324X Only) | Mouse Driveability (ICL324X Only) | |||||
| Transmitter Output Voltage (See Figure 15) | T1 IN = T2 IN = GND, T3 IN = V CC , T3 OUT loaded with 3kΩ to GND, T1 OUT and T2 OUT loaded with 2.5mA each | T1 IN = T2 IN = GND, T3 IN = V CC , T3 OUT loaded with 3kΩ to GND, T1 OUT and T2 OUT loaded with 2.5mA each | Full | ±5 | - | - | V |
| Timing Characteristics | |||||||
| Maximum Data Rate | R L = 3kΩ , C L = 1000pF, one transmitter switching | R L = 3kΩ , C L = 1000pF, one transmitter switching | Full | 250 | 500 | - | kbp s |
| Receiver Propagation Delay | Receiver input to receiver output, C L = 150pF | t PHL | 25 | - | 0.3 | - | μs |
| Receiver Propagation Delay | t PLH | 25 | - | 0.3 | - | μs | |
| Receiver Output Enable Time | Normal operation (except ICL3232) | Normal operation (except ICL3232) | 25 | - | 200 | - | ns |
| Receiver Output Disable Time | Normal operation (except ICL3232) | Normal operation (except ICL3232) | 25 | - | 200 | - | ns |
| Transmitter Skew | t PHL - t PLH | t PHL - t PLH | Full | - | 200 | 100 0 | ns |
| Receiver Skew | t PHL - t PLH | t PHL - t PLH | Full | - | 100 | 500 | ns |
| Transition Region Slew Rate | V CC = 3.3V, R L = 3kΩ to 7kΩ , | C L = 200pF to 2500pF | 25 | 4 | 8.0 | 30 | V/μ s |
| Transition Region Slew Rate | Measured from 3V to -3V or -3V to 3V | C L = 200pF to 1000pF | 25 | 6 | - | 30 | V/μ s |
| ESD Performance | ESD Performance | ESD Performance | |||||
| RS-232 Pins (T OUT , R IN ) | Human Body Model | ICL3221 - ICL3243 | 25 | - | ±15 | - | kV |
| RS-232 Pins (T OUT , R IN ) | IEC61000-4-2 Contact Discharge | ICL3221 - ICL3243 | 25 | - | ±8 | - | kV |
| RS-232 Pins (T OUT , R IN ) | IEC61000-4-2 Air Gap Discharge | ICL3221 - ICL3232 | 25 | - | ±8 | - | kV |
| RS-232 Pins (T OUT , R IN ) | ICL3241 - ICL3243 | 25 | - | ±6 | - | kV | |
| All Other Pins | Human Body Model | ICL3221 - ICL3243 | 25 | - | ±2 | - | kV |
Test Conditions: V CC = 3V to 5.5V, C 1 - C 4 = 0.1μF; unless otherwise specified. Typicals are at T A = 25°C (Continued)
ICL3221CBZ Absolute Maximum Ratings
| Parameter | Minimum | Maximum | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| V CC to Ground | -0.3 | 6 | V |
| V+ to Ground | -0.3 | 7 | V |
| V- to Ground | +0.3 | -7 | V |
| V+ to V- | 14 | V | |
| Input Voltages | |||
| T IN , FORCEOFF, FORCEON, EN, SHDN | -0.3 | 6 | V |
| R IN | ±25 | V | |
| Output Voltages | |||
| T OUT | ±13.2 | V | |
| R OUT , INVALID | -0.3 | V CC +0.3 | V |
| Short-Circuit Duration | |||
| T OUT | Continuous | ||
| ESD Rating | (See ESD Performance) | (See ESD Performance) | (See ESD Performance) |
ICL3221CBZ Recommended Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Minimum | Maximum | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature Range | |||
| ICL32xxCx | 0 | +70 | °C |
| ICL32xxIx | -40 | +85 | °C |
ICL3221CBZ Thermal Information
| Thermal Resistance (Typical, Note 4) | θ JA (°C/W) |
|---|---|
| 16 Ld PDIP Package (Note 5) | 90 |
| 16 Ld Wide SOIC Package | 100 |
| 16 Ld Narrow SOIC Package | 115 |
| 18 Ld SOIC Package | 75 |
| 28 Ld SOIC Package | 75 |
| 16 Ld SSOP Package | 135 |
| 20 Ld SSOP Package | 122 |
| 16 Ld TSSOP Package | 145 |
| 20 Ld TSSOP Package | 140 |
| 28 Ld SSOP and TSSOP Packages | 100 |
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θ JA is measured with the component mounted on a low-effective thermal conductivity test board in free air. See TB379.
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Pb-free PDIPs can be used for through hole wave solder processing only. They are not intended for use in Reflow solder processing applications.
| Parameter | Minimum | Maximum | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Junction Temperature (Plastic Package) | +150 | °C | |
| Maximum Storage Temperature Range | -65 | +150 | °C |
| Pb-Free Reflow Profile (SOIC, SSOP, TSSOP Only) | see TB493 | see TB493 | see TB493 |
ICL3221CBZ Typical Application
The ICL32xx interface ICs operate from a single +3V to +5.5V supply, ensure a 250kbps minimum data rate, require only four small external 0.1μF capacitors, feature low-power consumption, and meet all ElA RS-232C and V.28 specifications. The circuit is divided into three sections:
- Charge-pump
- Transmitters
- Receivers
ICL3221CBZ Package Information
- Controlling Dimensions: INCH. In case of conflict between English and Metric dimensions, the inch dimensions control.
- Dimensioning and tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M -1982.
- Symbols are defined in the 'MO Series Symbol List' in Section 2.2 of Publication No. 95.
- Dimensions A, A1 and L are measured with the package seated in JEDEC seating plane gauge GS -3.
- D, D1, and E1 dimensions do not include mold flash or protrusions. Mold flash or protrusions shall not exceed 0.010 inch (0.25mm).
- E and are measured with the leads constrained to be perpendicular to datum . e A -C-
- e B and e C are measured at the lead tips with the leads unconstrained. e C must be zero or greater.
- B1 maximum dimensions do not include dambar protrusions. Dambar protrusions shall not exceed 0.010 inch (0.25mm).
- N is the maximum number of terminal positions.
- Corner leads (1, N, N/2 and N/2 + 1) for E8.3, E16.3, E18.3, E28.3, E42.6 will have a B1 dimension of 0.030 - 0.045 inch (0.76 - 1.14mm).
For the most recent package outline drawing, see E16.3.
E16.3 (JEDEC MS-001-BB ISSUE D) 16 LEAD DUAL-IN-LINE PLASTIC PACKAGE (PDIP)
| INCHES | INCHES | MILLIMETERS | MILLIMETERS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SYMBOL | MIN | MAX | MIN | MAX |
| A | - | 0.210 | - | 5.33 |
| A1 | 0.015 | - | 0.39 | - |
| A2 | 0.115 | 0.195 | 2.93 | 4.95 |
| B | 0.014 | 0.022 | 0.356 | 0.558 |
| B1 | 0.045 | 0.070 | 1.15 | 1.77 |
| C | 0.008 | 0.014 | 0.204 | 0.355 |
| D | 0.735 | 0.775 | 18.66 | 19.68 |
| D1 | 0.005 | - | 0.13 | - |
| E | 0.300 | 0.325 | 7.62 | 8.25 |
| E1 | 0.240 | 0.280 | 6.10 | 7.11 |
| e | 0.100 BSC | 0.100 BSC | 2.54 BSC | 2.54 BSC |
| e A | 0.300 BSC | 0.300 BSC | 7.62 BSC | 7.62 BSC |
| e B | - | 0.430 | - | 10.92 |
| L | 0.115 | 0.150 | 2.93 | 3.81 |
| N | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Rev. 0 12/93
M16.15 (JEDEC MS-012-AC ISSUE C) 16 Lead Narrow Body Small Outline Plastic Package Rev 2, 11/17
For the most recent package outline drawing, see M16.15.
M16.173 16 Lead Thin Shrink Small Outline Package (TSSOP)
M16.173 16 Lead Thin Shrink Small Outline Package (TSSOP)
Rev 2, 5/10
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