Low-Power / Slew-Rate-Limited RS-485/RS-422 Transceivers The **MAX487CPA** is a low-power transceiver manufactured by **MAXIM** (now part of Analog Devices). It is designed for **RS-485** and **RS-422** communication applications.  

### **Specifications:**  
- **Manufacturer:** MAXIM (Analog Devices)  
- **Package:** 8-Pin PDIP (Plastic Dual In-Line Package)  
- **Supply Voltage:** **4.75V to 5.25V**  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** **0°C to +70°C**  
- **Data Rate:** Up to **2.5Mbps**  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** **1 Driver, 1 Receiver**  
- **Half-Duplex Communication**  
- **Low Power Consumption:**  
  - **120µA (Typical) Quiescent Current**  
  - **0.1µA (Shutdown Mode)**  
- **ESD Protection:** **±15kV (Human Body Model)**  
- **Common-Mode Input Voltage Range:** **-7V to +12V**  

### **Descriptions and Features:**  
- **Low-Power RS-485/RS-422 Transceiver**  
- **Slew-Rate Limited for Reduced EMI**  
- **Driver Output Short-Circuit Protection**  
- **Thermal Shutdown Protection**  
- **Allows up to 128 Transceivers on the Bus**  
- **Receiver Failsafe for Open/Shorted Inputs**  
- **Industrial, Automotive, and Instrumentation Applications**  

The **MAX487CPA** is commonly used in **industrial control systems, building automation, and point-of-sale (POS) equipment** due to its robustness and low power consumption.