The SN75C3238DBRE4 is an integrated circuit (IC) component developed by Texas Instruments. It is a versatile transceiver designed for bidirectional communication between low voltage TTL/CMOS logic levels and differential RS-485 or RS-422 compatible levels. This IC is commonly used in industrial automation, telecommunications, and networking applications.
One of the key features of the SN75C3238DBRE4 is its wide input supply voltage range, which can operate from 3.3V to 5V. This flexibility allows for seamless integration into various systems with different voltage requirements. It also offers a high data rate of up to 20 Mbps, enabling fast and efficient communication.
The IC provides a differential bus receiver that has a wide common-mode voltage range, allowing it to operate in environments with strong common-mode noise. It also incorporates a low-power shutdown mode for power-saving when the device is not in use.
The SN75C3238DBRE4 includes a fail-safe receiver, which ensures a high level of immunity to system noise and reliable data transmission. It supports up to 256 nodes on a bus and has a thermal shutdown feature that protects the IC from overheating.
Additionally, the IC has a robust ESD protection of up to 15 kV, safeguarding it from electrostatic discharge and improving system reliability
