The ISL32613E/14E transmitters consume up to two orders of magnitude less current when operating at 1.8 V versus 3.6 V. The ISL32610/11/12E receivers feature symmetrical switching points (±200 mV) and increased hysteresis. The symmetrical switching points eliminate duty cycle distortion introduced by “full-failsafe” type receivers, while the larger hysteresis increases noise immunity.
Ultra-low bus currents of ±40 µA allow more than 256 transmitters on a network, with no repeaters, while still meeting the RS-485 specification’s 32-unit load maximum.
The ISL3261x series transmitters and receivers are available in space saving SOT-23 packages, with 1,000-unit pricing at $0.85 each for the transmitters and $0.95 each for the receivers.
More information about ISL3261x RS-485/RS-422 transmitters and receivers at
www.intersil.com/products/deviceinfo.asp?pn=ISL32613E
