TRS3232E RS-232 Line Driver Receiver

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TRS3232E RS-232 Line Driver Receiver

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Part Number
TRS3232E
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
SOIC-16 9.9mm x 6mm; SSOP-16 6.2mm x 7.8mm; SOIC-16 DW 10.3mm x 10.3mm; TSSOP-16 5mm x 6.4mm; VQFN-16 3mm x 3mm; SOT-23-THN-16 4.2mm x 2mm
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

TRS3232E from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain RS-232 line driver receiver with 2 line drivers, 2 line receivers, and a dual charge-pump circuit. It operates from 3 V to 5.5 V and supports RS-232 interoperability down to 2.7 V VCC. The device meets or exceeds TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28 requirements, supports up to 250 kbps as a general feature, and uses 4 x 0.1 uF external capacitors. Package options include SOIC-16, SSOP-16, SOIC-16 DW, TSSOP-16, VQFN-16, and SOT-23-THN-16.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberTRS3232E
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Package / CaseSOIC-16 9.9mm x 6mm; SSOP-16 6.2mm x 7.8mm; SOIC-16 DW 10.3mm x 10.3mm; TSSOP-16 5mm x 6.4mm; VQFN-16 3mm x 3mm; SOT-23-THN-16 4.2mm x 2mm
Function2 line drivers, 2 line receivers, dual charge-pump circuit
Supported StandardTIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28
Supply Voltage Range3 V to 5.5 V
RS-232 Interoperable Supply VoltageDown to 2.7 V VCC
Maximum Data Rate250 kbps
Typical Supply Current300 uA
External Capacitors4 x 0.1 uF
Logic Input CompatibilityAccepts 5 V logic input with 3.3 V supply
HBM ESD Protection+/-15 kV; RS-232 bus pins / RIN1, RIN2, DOUT1, DOUT2
IEC 61000-4-2 Contact ESD Protection+/-8 kV; RS-232 bus pins
IEC 61000-4-2 Air-Gap ESD Protection+/-15 kV; RS-232 bus pins
Absolute Maximum Supply Voltage VCC-0.3 V to 6 V; with respect to GND
Absolute Maximum Positive Output Supply Voltage V+-0.3 V to 7 V; with respect to GND
Absolute Maximum Negative Output Supply Voltage V-0.3 V to -7 V; with respect to GND
Absolute Maximum Supply Voltage Difference V+ - V-13 V max; with respect to GND
Absolute Maximum Driver Input Voltage-0.3 V to 6 V; driver inputs
Absolute Maximum Receiver Input Voltage-25 V to 25 V; receiver inputs
Absolute Maximum Driver Output Voltage-13.2 V to 13.2 V; driver outputs
Absolute Maximum Receiver Output Voltage-0.3 V to VCC + 0.3 V; receiver outputs
Operating Virtual Junction Temperature150 degC max
Storage Temperature-65 degC to 150 degC
HBM ESD Rating+/-2000 V; all pins except RIN1, RIN2, DOUT1, DOUT2; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
HBM ESD Rating+/-15000 V; pins RIN1, RIN2, DOUT1, DOUT2; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
CDM ESD Rating+/-1500 V; all pins; JEDEC JESD22-C101
IEC Contact Discharge ESD Rating+/-8000 V; pins RIN1, RIN2, DOUT1, DOUT2
IEC Air-Gap Discharge ESD Rating+/-15000 V; pins RIN1, RIN2, DOUT1, DOUT2
Recommended Supply Voltage3 V min, 3.3 V nom, 3.6 V max; VCC = 3.3 V operation
Recommended Supply Voltage4.5 V min, 5 V nom, 5.5 V max; VCC = 5 V operation
Driver High-Level Input Voltage2 V to 5.5 V; DIN, VCC = 3.3 V
Driver High-Level Input Voltage2.4 V to 5.5 V; DIN, VCC = 5 V
Driver Low-Level Input Voltage0 V to 0.8 V; DIN
Receiver Input Voltage-25 V to 25 V; RIN
Operating Free-Air Temperature0 degC to 70 degC; TRS3232EC
Operating Free-Air Temperature-40 degC to 85 degC; TRS3232EI
Supply Current ICC0.3 mA typ, 1 mA max; no load, VCC = 3.3 V or 5 V
Driver High-Level Output Voltage5 V min, 5.4 V typ; DOUT at RL = 3 kohm to GND, DIN = GND
Driver Low-Level Output Voltage-5 V max, -5.4 V typ; DOUT at RL = 3 kohm to GND, DIN = VCC
Driver High-Level Input Current+/-0.01 uA typ, +/-1 uA max; VI = VCC
Driver Low-Level Input Current+/-0.01 uA typ, +/-1 uA max; VI at GND
Driver Short-Circuit Output Current+/-35 mA typ, +/-60 mA max; VCC = 3.6 V or 5.5 V, VO = 0 V
Driver Output Resistance300 ohm min, 10 Mohm max; VCC, V+, and V- = 0 V, VO = +/-2 V
Receiver High-Level Output VoltageVCC - 0.6 V min, VCC - 0.1 V typ; IOH = -1 mA
Receiver Low-Level Output Voltage0.4 V max; IOL = 1.6 mA
Receiver Positive-Going Input Threshold1.5 V min, 2.4 V max; VCC = 3.3 V
Receiver Positive-Going Input Threshold1.8 V min, 2.4 V max; VCC = 5 V
Receiver Negative-Going Input Threshold0.6 V min, 1.2 V max; VCC = 3.3 V
Receiver Negative-Going Input Threshold0.8 V min, 1.5 V max; VCC = 5 V
Receiver Input Hysteresis0.3 V typ; VIT+ - VIT-
Receiver Input Resistance3 kohm min, 5 kohm typ, 7 kohm max; VI = +/-3 V to +/-25 V
Maximum Data Rate250 kbps min, 500 kbps typ; RL = 3 kohm, CL = 1000 pF, RGT package
Maximum Data Rate150 kbps min, 250 kbps typ; RL = 3 kohm, CL = 1000 pF, D, DB, DW, and PW packages
Driver Pulse Skew50 ns max; one DOUT switching, RL = 3 kohm, CL = 1000 pF, VCC = 5 V, RGT package
Driver Pulse Skew300 ns max; RL = 3 kohm to 7 kohm, CL = 150 pF to 2500 pF, D, DB, DW, and PW packages
Driver Slew Rate6 V/us min, 30 V/us max; transition region, RL = 3 kohm to 7 kohm, VCC = 3.3 V, CL = 150 pF to 1000 pF
Driver Slew Rate4 V/us min, 30 V/us max; transition region, RL = 3 kohm to 7 kohm, VCC = 3.3 V, CL = 150 pF to 2500 pF
Receiver Propagation Delay Low-to-High90 ns max; CL = 150 pF, RGT package
Receiver Propagation Delay Low-to-High300 ns max; CL = 150 pF, D, DB, DW, and PW packages
Receiver Propagation Delay High-to-Low100 ns max; CL = 150 pF, RGT package
Receiver Propagation Delay High-to-Low300 ns max; CL = 150 pF, D, DB, DW, and PW packages
Receiver Pulse Skew20 ns max; RGT package
Receiver Pulse Skew300 ns max; D, DB, DW, and PW packages
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

TRS3232E is a Texas Instruments RS-232 line driver receiver for Signal_Chain designs. Its device structure includes 2 line drivers, 2 line receivers, and a dual charge-pump circuit. The device meets or exceeds TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28 requirements and accepts 5 V logic input when operated from a 3.3 V supply.

The operating supply range is 3 V to 5.5 V, with RS-232 interoperability specified down to 2.7 V VCC. Typical supply current is 300 uA, and the electrical table lists ICC at 0.3 mA typical and 1 mA maximum with no load at 3.3 V or 5 V. The device uses 4 x 0.1 uF external capacitors.

Package choices include SOIC-16, SSOP-16, SOIC-16 DW, TSSOP-16, VQFN-16, and SOT-23-THN-16 footprints. RS-232 bus pins have +/-15 kV HBM, +/-8 kV IEC contact, and +/-15 kV IEC air-gap ESD protection ratings.

Key Features

  • 2 drivers, 2 receivers, and dual charge-pump circuit
  • Meets TIA/EIA-232-F and ITU V.28 requirements
  • 3 V to 5.5 V general supply range
  • RS-232 interoperable down to 2.7 V VCC
  • 250 kbps maximum data rate as general feature
  • 300 uA typical supply current in feature summary
  • Uses 4 x 0.1 uF external capacitors
  • Accepts 5 V logic input with 3.3 V supply
  • RS-232 bus pins rated +/-15 kV HBM ESD
  • Receiver input range specified from -25 V to 25 V

Typical Applications

  • RS-232 driver receiver interfaces
  • TIA/EIA-232-F signal conversion
  • ITU V.28 interface circuits
  • 3.3 V logic to RS-232 links
  • 5 V logic to RS-232 links
  • Dual-channel serial communication ports
  • ESD-protected RS-232 bus connections

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for TRS3232E, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For analog and signal-chain sourcing, supply voltage, bandwidth, accuracy, noise level, package, temperature grade, input/output configuration and qualification requirements should be verified before approval.

FAQ

What function does the TRS3232E integrate?

TRS3232E integrates 2 line drivers, 2 line receivers, and a dual charge-pump circuit. It is specified as an RS-232 line driver receiver for Signal_Chain designs.

What supply voltage range does TRS3232E support?

The general operating supply voltage range is 3 V to 5.5 V. Recommended operation is listed as 3 V to 3.6 V for 3.3 V operation and 4.5 V to 5.5 V for 5 V operation.

What ESD ratings apply to the RS-232 bus pins?

The RS-232 bus pins are rated for +/-15 kV HBM protection, +/-8 kV IEC 61000-4-2 contact discharge, and +/-15 kV IEC 61000-4-2 air-gap discharge.

Which package options are listed for TRS3232E?

Listed package options include SOIC-16 9.9mm x 6mm, SSOP-16 6.2mm x 7.8mm, SOIC-16 DW 10.3mm x 10.3mm, TSSOP-16 5mm x 6.4mm, VQFN-16 3mm x 3mm, and SOT-23-THN-16 4.2mm x 2mm.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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