Chapter 404

Extending the applications of 5V powered RS232 transceivers

Abstract

Methods of extending the applications of 5V powered RS232 transceivers are discussed.

Keywords

RS232 transceiver

LT1080

LT1081

LT1130

High speed operation

Although the EIA RS232 specification is for a relatively slow communications protocol, many applications require RS232 transceivers to operate at higher frequencies. Devices such as the LT1080, LT1081, and the LT1130 series share a common design for the drivers and receivers and are capable of operating over 100kBd.

Although the slew rate is controlled for all of the Linear Technology series of RS232 communications devices, for output levels limited to ±6V the transition time is fast enough to allow ...

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