MaxLinear, Inc. IC TRANSCEIVER HALF 1/1 8SOIC SP485REN-L

The SP485REN-L/TR is an authentic, original IC from EXAR, suitable for RS-485 communication applications. This device is a differential line transceiver designed for multi-drop bus systems and operates in the NSOIC package. It features RE/DE control pins (2 & 3) for enabling data transmission and has separate DATA_A (pin 6) and DATA_B (pin 7) lines with suggested resistors (4.7KΩ pull-up on DATA_A and pull-down on DATA_B) for proper signal conditioning over long distances. The component can be found as a ready stock item at authorized suppliers.