General Description
The MAX3212 uses Maxim’s new proprietary AutoShutdown mode to reduce supply current to 1µA. The MAX3212, with 3 RS-232 drivers and 5 RS-232 receivers, is intended for 2.7V to 3.6V-powered EIA/TIA-232E and V.28/V.24 serial interface. True RS-232 levels are maintained across the operating range. A guaranteed data rate of 235kbps provides compatibility with popular software for communicating with personal computers.

FEATUREs
BETTER THAN BIPOLAR!
♦ 1µA Supply Current Using AutoShutdown
♦ Operates from Single +2.7V to +3.6V Supply
♦ 28-Pin SSOP or Wide SO Packages
♦ Meets All EIA/TIA-232E & EIA/TIA-562 Specifications
♦ Mouse Driveability–Guaranteed
♦ Low-Cost, Surface-Mount External Components
♦ 235kbps Guaranteed Data Rate– LapLink™ Compatible
♦ +5V Logic Compatible
♦ Complementary Receiver Output Always Active
♦ Flow-Through Pinout

APPLICATIONs
    Notebook and Palmtop Computers
    Peripherals
    Instruments
    Battery-Powered Equipment