MAX9124EUE+T

The MAX9124EUE+T is a family of high-speed, low-power, single differential drivers, receivers, and transceivers designed for communications trunk and access applications. The MAX9124EUE+T is a robust and reliable part that offers simplified implementation with minimal external components.

Applications for the MAX9124EUE+T include communications networks, storages devices, networking cards, backplane communications, Fibre Channel systems, 10Gbps Ethernet and 3Gbps Serial ATA. The MAX9124EUE+T is extremely useful in telecom/datacom applications and provides support for a wide range of serial protocols.

The MAX9124EUE+T has a unique feature set that makes it suitable for multiple applications. It is an ideal solution for high-speed differential signaling solutions utilizing the RS-485, RS-422 and LVDS standards. It has an integrated precision voltage reference for reference-adjacent LVDS signalling, and operates over a wide temperature range and at 3.3V supply voltage. With features such as low-load glow current and reduced crosstalk, it is also suitable for automotive and industrial applications.

Working Principle: The MAX9124EUE+T family operates in 4 modes: transmit, receive, auto-detect, and separately-powered LVDS mode. In transmit mode, the MAX9124EUE+T drives a differential line with 500mA. It also features a differential PECL output with 1mA current. In receive mode, the MAX9124EUE+T monitors the differential line voltage with an input impedance of 200ohm. Auto-detect mode allows the MAX9124EUE+T to detect data transitions on the differential line and also provides signal termination. Separately-powered LVDS mode allows the MAX9124EUE+T to use a compatible LVDS transmitter to drive the outgoing differential line.

The MAX9124EUE+T is a cost-effective and feature-rich family of drivers, receivers, and transceivers. It is ideal for a variety of applications including communications networks, storages devices, networking cards, backplane communications, Fibre Channel systems, 10Gbps Ethernet and 3Gbps Serial ATA. The MAX9124EUE+T is an excellent choice for high-speed differential signalling and provides reliable operation across a wide temperature range in both industrial and automotive applications.