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Maxim's wide selection of interface ICs includes products for interconnection, signal translation, voltage protection, current protection, and electrical isolation. Our market-leading transceivers and broad range of interface ICs simplify your design, while adding features that make your design more robust and reliable.




Interface Development Boards

High-Precision, Long-Battery Life Heat/Flow Meter

MAXREFDES70

Low-power, ultrasonic time-of-flight reference design for high-accuracy liquid flow measurement.

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Pocket IO™ PLC Development Platform

MAXREFDES150

Integrates 30 industrial IOs for lower heat dissipation and faster throughput in less than ten cubic inches.

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IO-Link® 16 Channel Digital Input Hub

MAXREFDES36

This IO-Link® 16-channel digital input reference design includes a 16-bit micro with IO-Link device stack and fits on a small 53.75mm x 72mm PCB.

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Design Solutions

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MAX20461
Automotive High-Current Step-Down Converter with USB-C Protection/Host Charger

  • One-Chip Type-C Solution Directly from Car Battery to Portable Device
  • Optimal USB Charging and Communication for Portable Devices
  • Low-Noise Features Prevent Interference with AM Band and Portable Devices

MAX22513
Surge Protected Dual Driver IO-Link Device Transceiver with DC-DC

  • High Configurability and Integration Reduces SKU
  • Integrated Protection Enables Robust Systems
  • Optimized for Small Sensor Designs

MAX16972A
3A Automotive Hi-Speed USB Protectors with Apple iPhone/iPad and USB 2.0 Charge Detection

  • Minimized Voltage Drop on Bus Line Due to Industry- Leading RDS(ON) Helps Meet USB Voltage Specifications at Device Connector
  • Robust Overvoltage and ESD Protection for Automotive Environment Saves on External Protection Components
  • Automatic Transitioning of Charge Modes Through Intelligent State Machine for Seamless Device Integration

MAX16972, MAX16972A
3A Automotive Hi-Speed USB Protectors with Apple iPhone/iPad and USB 2.0 Charge Detection

  • Minimized Voltage Drop on Bus Line Due to Industry- Leading RDS(ON) Helps Meet USB Voltage Specifications at Device Connector
  • Robust Overvoltage and ESD Protection for Automotive Environment Saves on External Protection Components
  • Automatic Transitioning of Charge Modes Through Intelligent State Machine for Seamless Device Integration

MAX9293B
3.12Gbps GMSL Serializer for Coax or STP Output and HDMI Input

  • Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
    • HDMI 1.4a Input with Integrated Input Equalizer, DDC, and Input Termination
    • Drives Low-Cost 50Ω Coax Cable and FAKRA Connectors or 100Ω STP Cable
    • 104MHz High-Bandwidth Mode Supports 1920 x 720p/60Hz Display with 24-Bit Color
  • Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
    • Up to 3.12Gbps Serial-Bit Rate
    • 25MHz to 104MHz Pixel Clock
    • 9.6kbps to 1Mbps Control Channel in UART, Mixed UART/I²C, or I²C Mode with Clock-Stretch Capability
  • Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements
    • Serial Output Programmable for 100mV to 500mV Single-Ended or 100mV to 400mV Differential
    • Programmable Spread Spectrum Reduces EMI
    • Tracks Spread Spectrum on Input

    • MAX9291B
    3.12Gbps GMSL Serializer for Coax or STP Output and HDMI Input

  • Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
    • HDMI 1.4a Input with Integrated Input Equalizer, DDC, and Input Termination
    • Drives Low-Cost 50Ω Coax Cable and FAKRA Connectors or 100Ω STP Cable
    • 104MHz High-Bandwidth Mode Supports 1920 x 720p/60Hz Display with 24-Bit Color
  • Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
    • Up to 3.12Gbps Serial-Bit Rate
    • 25MHz to 104MHz Pixel Clock
    • 9.6kbps to 1Mbps Control Channel in UART, Mixed UART/I²C, or I²C Mode with Clock-Stretch Capability
  • Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements
    • Serial Output Programmable for 100mV to 500mV Single-Ended or 100mV to 400mV Differential
    • Programmable Spread Spectrum Reduces EMI
    • Tracks Spread Spectrum on Input

    • MAX9280B
    3.12Gbps GMSL Deserializers for Coax or STP Input and Parallel Output

    • Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
    • Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
    • Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements

    MAX9276B
    3.12Gbps GMSL Deserializers for Coax or STP Input and Parallel Output

    • Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
    • Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
    • Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements

    MAX9282B
    3.12Gbps GMSL Deserializers for Coax or STP Input and LVDS Output

    • Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
    • Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
    • Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements

    MAX9278B
    3.12Gbps GMSL Deserializers for Coax or STP Input and LVDS Output

    • Ideal for High-Definition Video Applications
    • Multiple Data Rates for System Flexibility
    • Reduces EMI and Shielding Requirements

    MAX33250E
    600V Isolated 2Tx/2Rx and 1Tx/1Rx RS-232 Transceiver with ±15kV ESD and Integrated Capacitors

    • High Integration Saves Space and Simplifies Designs
    • Integrated Protection for Robust Communications

    MAX33251E
    600V Isolated 2Tx/2Rx and 1Tx/1Rx RS-232 Transceiver with ±15kV ESD and Integrated Capacitors

    • High Integration Saves Space and Simplifies Designs
    • Integrated Protection for Robust Communications

    MAX22345
    Reinforced, Fast, Low-Power, Four-Channel 3.75kVRMS Digital Isolators

    • Reinforced Galvanic Isolation for Fast Digital Signals
    • Low Power Consumption
    • Options to Support a Broad Range of Applications

    MAX22346
    Reinforced, Fast, Low-Power, Four-Channel 3.75kVRMS Digital Isolators

    • Reinforced Galvanic Isolation for Fast Digital Signals
    • Low Power Consumption
    • Options to Support a Broad Range of Applications

    MAX22344
    Reinforced, Fast, Low-Power, Four-Channel 3.75kVRMS Digital Isolators

    • Reinforced Galvanic Isolation for Fast Digital Signals
    • Low Power Consumption
    • Options to Support a Broad Range of Applications

    MAXM22511
    2.5kVRMS Complete Isolated RS-485/RS-422 Module Transceiver + Power

    • Space Saving Solution
    • High-Performance Transceiver Enables Flexible Designs
    • Integrated Protection Ensures for Robust Communication

    MAXM22510
    2.5kVRMS Complete Isolated RS-485/RS-422 Module Transceiver + Power

    • Space Saving Solution
    • High-Performance Transceiver Enables Flexible Designs
    • Integrated Protection Ensures for Robust Communication