VERY HIGH SPEED, ULTRA LOW POWER CONSUMPTION 5V POWERED RS-232 DRIVERS AND RECEIVERS The ST232ABW is a dual driver/receiver interface IC manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is designed to meet the specifications of the RS-232 standard for serial communication.  

### **Specifications:**  
- **Supply Voltage:** +5V  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** -40°C to +85°C  
- **Data Rate:** Up to 120 kbps  
- **ESD Protection:** ±15 kV (Human Body Model)  
- **Package:** SO-16 (Wide Body)  
- **Number of Drivers/Receivers:** 2 drivers, 2 receivers  
- **Compliance:** Meets EIA/TIA-232-F and ITU-T V.28 standards  

### **Descriptions:**  
The ST232ABW is a low-power RS-232 transceiver that converts TTL/CMOS logic levels to RS-232 voltage levels. It is commonly used in applications requiring serial communication, such as industrial control systems, modems, and embedded systems.  

### **Features:**  
- **On-Chip Charge Pump:** Eliminates the need for external ±12V power supplies.  
- **Low Power Consumption:** Suitable for battery-powered applications.  
- **Wide Supply Voltage Range:** Operates from a single +5V supply.  
- **High Noise Immunity:** Robust performance in electrically noisy environments.  
- **Auto-Powerdown Feature:** Reduces power consumption when not in use.  

For more detailed information, refer to the official STMicroelectronics datasheet.

VERY HIGH SPEED, ULTRA LOW POWER CONSUMPTION 5V POWERED RS-232 DRIVERS AND RECEIVERS