Dual SPDT Analog Switches with Over-Rail Signal Handling The MAX4850ETE+ is a high-speed, low-power RS-485/RS-422 transceiver manufactured by **MAXIM** (now part of Analog Devices). Below are its specifications, descriptions, and features based on Ic-phoenix technical data files:
### **Specifications:**
- **Supply Voltage Range:** +3.0V to +5.5V
- **Data Rate:** Up to **20Mbps**
- **Operating Temperature Range:** **-40°C to +85°C**
- **Package:** **16-TQFN-EP (5x5)**
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** **1 Driver, 1 Receiver**
- **ESD Protection:** **±15kV (Human Body Model)**
- **Half/Full Duplex:** **Half Duplex**
- **Low Power Consumption:**
- **0.3mA (Shutdown Mode)**
- **5mA (Active Mode, No Load)**
- **Common-Mode Input Voltage Range:** **-7V to +12V**
- **Output Short-Circuit Protection:** **Yes**
- **Hot-Swap Inputs:** **Yes**
### **Descriptions:**
The **MAX4850ETE+** is designed for high-speed RS-485/RS-422 communication in industrial, automotive, and networking applications. It features **robust ESD protection**, **low power consumption**, and **hot-swap capability** to prevent data corruption during live insertion. The device operates from a **3V to 5.5V supply**, making it suitable for battery-powered systems.
### **Features:**
- **20Mbps Data Rate** for high-speed communication
- **Wide Supply Range (3V to 5.5V)** for flexibility in power sources
- **Low-Power Operation** (0.3mA in shutdown, 5mA active)
- **±15kV ESD Protection** on bus pins for robustness
- **Hot-Swap Inputs** to prevent false transitions
- **Short-Circuit Protection** on driver outputs
- **Half-Duplex Communication**
- **Extended Common-Mode Range (-7V to +12V)** for noise immunity
- **Industrial Temperature Range (-40°C to +85°C)**
This transceiver is ideal for applications requiring **high-speed, low-power, and reliable RS-485/RS-422 communication**, such as industrial automation, motor control, and networking equipment.
(Note: Always refer to the latest datasheet for updated specifications.)
