MAX253
Pin Configuration
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D1 1
GND1 2
FS 3
MAX253
SD 4
8 D2
7 GND2
6 VCC
5 N.C.
DIP/SO/μMAX
Transformer Driver for
Isolated RS-485 Interface
Pin Description
PIN NAME
FUNCTION
1
D1
Open drain of N-channel transformer drive 1.
2
GND1
Ground. Connect both GND1 and GND2
to ground.
Frequency switch. If FS = VCC or open,
3
FS
switch frequency = 350kHz; if VFS = 0V,
switch frequency = 200kHz.
4
SD
Shutdown. Ground for normal operation,
connect high for shutdown.
5
N.C. Not internally connected.
6
VCC 5V supply voltage.
7
GND2
Ground. Connect both GND1 and GND2
to ground.
8
D2
Open drain of N-channel transformer drive 2.
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