SparkFun Transceiver Breakout - MAX3232

SparkFun Transceiver Breakout - MAX3232 (BOB-11189)

This is the RS232 converter IC that is capable of running at 3V and communicating with 5V logic. We’ve taken the SOIC package MAX3232 and broken out all the pins you need to set up your RS232 to TTL connection. We’ve also included the necessary 0.1uF charge pump capacitors.

Repository Contents

• /Hardware - Eagle design files (.brd, .sch)
• /Production - Production panel files (.brd)

Documentation

• Serial Communication - Basic tutorial on serial communication implemented on logic-level (TTL) and RS-232.
• Example Hookup Diagram
• Fritzing Part

License Information

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