DESCRIPTION…
The SP486 and SP487 are low–power quad differential line drivers meeting RS-485 and RS-422 standards. The SP486 features a common driver enable control; the SP487 provides independent driver enable controls for each pair of drivers. Both feature tri–state outputs and wide common–mode input range. Both are available in 16–pin plastic DIP and SOIC packages.

■ RS-485 or RS-422 Applications
■ Quad Differential Line Drivers
■ Tri–state Output Control
■ 40ns Typical Driver Propagation Delays
■ 5ns Skew
■ –7V to +12V Common Mode Output Range
■ 100µA Supply Current
■ Single +5V Supply Operation
■ Pin Compatible with SN75172, SN75174, LTC486, and LTC487