BL13232E – ±15kV ESD Protected RS-232 Transceiver, 3.0–5.5V, 250kbps, SOP16/TSSOP16

The BL13232E is a high-reliability RS-232 transceiver designed for serial communication interfaces requiring robust ESD protection and wide supply voltage support. It integrates 2 transmitters and 2 receivers, supporting data rates up to 250kbps, making it ideal for industrial, embedded, and consumer electronics.
With ±15kV ESD protection, the BL13232E ensures stable operation in harsh electrical environments. The device operates from a 3.0V to 5.5V supply and is available in SOP16 and TSSOP16 packages, enabling flexible PCB design for compact systems.

Key Specifications

• Supply Voltage (VCC): 3.0V – 5.5V

• Data Rate: Up to 250kbps

• Transmitters / Receivers: 2 Tx / 2 Rx

• ESD Protection: ±15kV

• Operating Temperature: –40°C to +125°C

• Packages: SOP16, TSSOP16

• Reference: MAX3232E

Applications

• Industrial serial communication

• Embedded systems

• POS terminals

• Instrumentation equipment

Features

• Integrated 2Tx / 2Rx RS-232 transceiver

• Wide operating voltage range

• High ESD protection for reliable communication

• Suitable for harsh industrial environments