SP3222E
The SP3222E is an electronic component from MaxLinear. View the full SP3222E datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
Official SP3222E datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
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MaxLinearSP3222E Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply current (no load) | 0.3 mA (Typ), 1.0 mA (Max) at VCC = 3.3V, TAMB = 25°C |
| Shutdown supply current (SP3222E) | 1.0 μA (Typ), 10 μA (Max) at SHDN = GND, VCC = 3.3V, TAMB = 25°C |
| Driver output voltage swing | +5.0 V (Min), +5.4 V (Typ) with 3kΩ load, TAMB = 25°C |
| Receiver input voltage range | -15 V to 15 V |
| Receiver input resistance | 3 kΩ (Min), 5 kΩ (Typ), 7 kΩ (Max) |
| Maximum data rate | 120 kbps (Min), 235 kbps (Typ) with RL = 3kΩ, CL = 1000pF |
| Transition-region slew rate | 30 V/μs (Max) at VCC = 3.3V, RL = 3kΩ, CL = 1000pF |
| ESD protection | ±15kV Human Body Model, ±15kV IEC61000-4-2 Air Discharge, ±8kV IEC61000-4-2 Contact Discharge |
SP3222E Overview
Part: SP3222E / SP3232E series from MaxLinear
Type: True 3.0V to 5.5V RS-232 Transceivers
Description: The SP3222E / SP3232E series are 2-driver / 2-receiver RS-232 transceivers operating from a single 3.0V to 5.5V supply, featuring a minimum 120kbps data rate, 1μA low power shutdown (SP3222E), and enhanced ±15kV ESD protection.
Operating Conditions:
- Supply voltage: 3.0V to 5.5V
- Minimum data rate: 120kbps
- Charge pump capacitors: 0.1μF
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Max supply voltage: 6.0V (VCC)
- Max continuous current: ±100mA (ICC)
- Max storage temperature: +150°C
Key Specs:
- Supply current (no load): 0.3 mA (Typ), 1.0 mA (Max) at VCC = 3.3V, TAMB = 25°C
- Shutdown supply current (SP3222E): 1.0 μA (Typ), 10 μA (Max) at SHDN = GND, VCC = 3.3V, TAMB = 25°C
- Driver output voltage swing: +5.0 V (Min), +5.4 V (Typ) with 3kΩ load, TAMB = 25°C
- Receiver input voltage range: -15 V to 15 V
- Receiver input resistance: 3 kΩ (Min), 5 kΩ (Typ), 7 kΩ (Max)
- Maximum data rate: 120 kbps (Min), 235 kbps (Typ) with RL = 3kΩ, CL = 1000pF
- Transition-region slew rate: 30 V/μs (Max) at VCC = 3.3V, RL = 3kΩ, CL = 1000pF
- ESD protection: ±15kV Human Body Model, ±15kV IEC61000-4-2 Air Discharge, ±8kV IEC61000-4-2 Contact Discharge
Features:
- Meets true EIA/TIA-232-F standards from a 3.0V to 5.5V power supply
- Minimum 120kbps data rate under full load
- 1μA low power shutdown with receivers active (SP3222E)
- Interoperable with RS-232 down to a 2.7V power source
- Enhanced ESD specifications:
- ±15kV Human Body Model
- ±15kV IEC61000-4-2 Air Discharge
- ±8kV IEC61000-4-2 Contact Discharge
Applications:
- Portable or hand-held applications
- Notebook or palmtop computers
- 3.3V-only systems
- Mixed 3.3V to 5.5V systems
- 5.0V-only systems that require true RS-232 performance
Package:
- 20-pin SSOP
- 18-pin SOIC
- 20-pin TSSOP
- 16-pin SSOP
- 16-pin PDIP
- 16-pin WSOIC
- 16-pin TSSOP
- 16-pin NSOIC
SP3222E Features
- ■ Meets true EIA/TIA-232-F standards from a 3.0V to 5.5V power supply
- ■ Minimum 120kbps data rate under full load
- ■ 1μA low power shutdown with receivers active (SP3222E)
- ■ Interoperable with RS-232 down to a 2.7V power source
- ■ Enhanced ESD specifications:
- ■ ±15kV Human Body Model
- ■ ±15kV IEC61000-4-2 Air Discharge
- ■ ±8kV IEC61000-4-2 Contact Discharge
Ordering Information - Page 21
SP3222E Applications
SP3222E Pin Configuration
| Pin Number | Pin Number | Pin Number | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pin Name | Pin Function / Description | SP3222E | SP3222E | |
| SOIC | SSOP TSSOP | SP3232E | ||
| EN | Receiver Enable. Apply logic LOW for normal operation. Apply logic HIGH to disable the receiver outputs (high-Z state). | 1 | 1 | - |
| C1+ | Positive terminal of the voltage doubler charge-pump capacitor | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| V+ | 5.5V output generated by the charge pump | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| C1- | Negative terminal of the voltage doubler charge-pump capacitor | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| C2+ | Positive terminal of the inverting charge-pump capacitor | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| C2- | Negative terminal of the inverting charge-pump capacitor | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| V- | -5.5V output generated by the charge pump | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| T 1 OUT | RS-232 driver output | 15 | 17 | 14 |
| T 2 OUT | RS-232 driver output | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| R 1 IN | RS-232 receiver input | 14 | 16 | 13 |
| R 2 IN | RS-232 receiver input | 9 | 9 | 8 |
| R 1 OUT | TTL/CMOS receiver output | 13 | 15 | 12 |
| R 2 OUT | TTL/CMOS receiver output | 10 | 10 | 9 |
| T 1 IN | TTL/CMOS driver input | 12 | 13 | 11 |
| T 2 IN | TTL/CMOS driver input | 11 | 12 | 10 |
| GND | Ground | 16 | 18 | 15 |
| V CC | 3.0V to 5.5V supply voltage | 17 | 19 | 16 |
| SHDN | Shutdown Control Input. Drive HIGH for normal device operation. Drive LOW to shutdown the drivers (high-Z output) and the on-board power supply. | 18 | 20 | - |
| N.C. | No connect | - | 11, 14 | - |
Table 1: Device Pin Description
SP3222E Electrical Characteristics
Unless otherwise noted, the following specifications apply for V CC = 3.0V to 5.5V with T AMB = T MIN to T MAX , typical values apply at V CC = 3.3V or 5.0V and T AMB = 25°C.
| PARAMETERS | MIN. | TYP. | MAX. | UNITS | CONDITIONS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC Characteristics | |||||
| Supply current | 0.3 | 1.0 | mA | no load, V CC = 3.3V, T AMB = 25 o C, TxIN = GND or V CC | |
| Shutdown supply current | 1.0 | 10 | μA | SHDN = GND, V CC = 3.3V, T AMB = 25 o C, TxIN = Vcc or GND | |
| Logic Inputs and Receiver Outputs | Logic Inputs and Receiver Outputs | ||||
| Input logic threshold LOW | 0.8 | V | TxIN, EN, SHDN (2) | ||
| Input logic threshold HIGH | 2.0 | V CC | V | V CC = 3.3V (2) | |
| Input logic threshold HIGH | 2.4 | V CC | V | V CC = 5.0V (2) | |
| Input leakage current | +0.01 | +1.0 | μA | TxIN, EN, SHDN, T AMB = 25 o C, V IN = 0V to V CC | |
| Output leakage current | +0.05 | +10 | μA | Receivers disabled, V OUT = 0V to V CC | |
| Output voltage LOW | 0.4 | V | I OUT = 1.6mA | ||
| Output voltage HIGH | V CC - 0.6 | V CC - 0.1 | V | I OUT = -1.0mA | |
| Driver Outputs | |||||
| Output voltage swing | +5.0 | +5.4 | V | All driver outputs loaded with 3kΩ to GND, T AMB = 25 o C | |
| Output resistance | 300 | Ω | V CC = V+ = V- = 0V, T OUT = +2V | ||
| Output short-circuit current | +35 | +60 | mA | V OUT = 0V | |
| Output leakage current | +25 | μA | V CC = 0V or 3.0V to 5.5V, V OUT = +12V, drivers disabled |
Short-Circuit Duration
TxOUT................................................................Continuous
Storage Temperature.................. ...............-65˚C to +150˚C
Power Dissipation per package
20-pin SSOP (derate 9.25mW/°C above 70°C).......750mW
18-pin SOIC (derate 15.7mW/°C above 70°C).......1260mW
20-pin TSSOP (derate 11.1mW/°C above 70°C).....890mW
16-pin SSOP (derate 9.69mW/°C above 70°C).......775mW
16-pin PDIP (derate 14.3mW/°C above 70°C).......1150mW
16-pin WSOIC (derate 11.2mW/°C above 70°C).....900mW
16-pin TSSOP (derate 10.5mW/°C above 70°C).....850mW
16-pin NSOIC (derate 13.57mW/°C above 70°C)..1086mW
SP3222E Absolute Maximum Ratings
These are stress ratings only and functional operation of the device at these ratings or any other above those indicated in the operation sections of the specifications below is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods of time may affect reliability and cause permanent damage to the device.
| V CC ..................................................................-0.3V to | 6.0V |
|---|---|
| V+ (1) | .................................................................-0.3V to 7.0V |
| V- (1) | ..................................................................0.3V to -7.0V |
| V+ + \ | V-\ |
| I CC (DC V CC or GND current).................................±100mA | |
| Input Voltages | |
| TxIN, EN, SHDN.................................-0.3V | to (V CC + 0.3V) |
| RxIN.............................................................................±25V | |
| Output Voltages | |
| TxOUT......................................................................±13.2V | |
| RxOUT...............................................-0.3V | to (V CC + 0.3V) |
SP3222E Typical Application
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| Part Number | Manufacturer | Package |
|---|---|---|
| SP3232E | MaxLinear | — |
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