MAX3244EAI

The MAX3244EAI is an integrated multi-transceiver/driver/receiver device that contains a low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) transceiver that runs to 622 Mbps, and two receivers and two drivers running to 250 Mbps. Its integrated receiver/drivers and low-voltage differential signal transceivers (LVDS) make it ideal for data communications between FPGAs and ASICs, as their use can eliminate the need for isolated amplifiers and terminating resistors. It is also ideal for connecting systems to communications standards that use Ethernet, Fibre Channel, Serial ATA, and Gigabit Serial links.

The MAX3244EAI is designed to drive up to eight logic loads and receive up to six differential signals from an LVDS source.Its low−power CMOS design is well-suited for high-speed LVDS applications in the commercial and industrial temperature range.

Working Principle

The MAX3244EAI contains an integrated low voltage differential signal (LVDS) transceiver, two receivers and two drivers.The transceiver handles data communications between FPGAs and ASICs, while the two receivers and two drivers allow the device to be used for data communications between systems with different communications standards such as Ethernet, Fibre Channel, Serial ATA, and Gigabit Serial

The MAX3244EAI operates using a switched capacitor charge pump, which generates an adjustable internal voltage supply made from an externally supplied voltage. The voltage is regulated to VCC which then supplies internal circuits and signals. The power consumption is under 1 μA and the normal mode power consumption is only 77 mA for the LVDS transceiver and the drivers.

Application Field

The MAX3244EAI is ideally suited to LVDS applications in the commercial and industrial temperature range such as digital audio, 10/100/1000 Ethernet, Serial ATA and Gigabit Ethernet. Its low-power CMOS design make it well suited to high-speed LVDS applications. It can also be used in systems with multiple point-to-point connections such as Telecom, wireless communications and embedded industrial control. Its ultra low power operation and adjustable voltage make it suitable for use in battery operated and handheld applications.

In addition, the device can be used for PCIe x4, PCIe x8 and PCIe x16 applications, as well as HSDL-3606, HSDL-4101 and HSDL-4102 applications. It is also used for serial data communications within high speed data links / networks such as USB 3.0. Other applications include Fibre Channel, Serial ATA, 10/100/1000BASE-T, Gigabit Ethernet and high speed wireless systems.

The MAX3244EAI is also designed to provide an additional 1.2 V supply that is internally regulated to power other devices such as laser diodes, FPGAs and ASICs. Additionally, its integrated receivers and drivers make it ideally suited for applications that require high data transfer rate across multiple point-to-point links. It is perfect for use in advanced industrial control, medical imaging systems and motion control.

Conclusion

The MAX3244EAI is an integrated multi-transceiver/driver/receiver device that contains a low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) transceiver that runs to 622 Mbps, and two receivers and two drivers running to 250 Mbps. Its low-power CMOS design and adjustable voltage make it ideal for LVDS and point-to-point applications such as digital audio, 10/100/1000 Ethernet, Serial ATA and Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed data communication. It can also be used for high speed data links / networks such as USB 3.0, and for PCIe x4, PCIe x8 and PCIe x16 as well as HSDL-3606 HSDL-4101 and HSDL-4102 applications. Moreover, its ultra-low power operation and adjustable voltage make it suitable for embedded industrial control, battery operated devices, and other handheld applications, making it suitable for just about all high data transfer rate applications.