Difference between MAX232 and MAX232A

[Joyhtidas]

Hi,
Can anybody knows the difference between the MAX232 and MAX232A?

Thanks

 

[alexan_e]

If you open the datasheet
in page 1



you will see that MAX232 data rate is up to 120Kbps with 1uF cap and 64Kbps with 0.1uF cap
MAX232A data rate is up to 200Kbps with just 0.1uF cap

Alex

 

[Joyhtidas]

Thanks for the quick reply,
I noticed that, then what is the difference between MAX232 and MAX232C

 

[alexan_e]

I'll tell you if you promise that you will not ask me to compare another pair :-D

The letter C is the temperature range of the device

Operating Temperature Ranges
MAX2_ _AC_ _, MAX2_ _C_ _ .............................0°C to +70°C
MAX2_ _AE_ _, MAX2_ _E_ _ ..........................-40°C to +85°C
MAX2_ _AM_ _, MAX2_ _M_ _ .......................-55°C to +125°C
Alex

 

[Joyhtidas]

Hi
Thanks a lot..
I will not make you to compare any other series:wink:

Thanks