MAX13050ASA CANbus Transceiver Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX13050ASA is a full-duplex CANbus transceiver IC manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated, housed in an 8-SOIC surface mount package. This component interfaces microcontroller CAN ports with the physical CANbus network, providing signal conditioning and electrical isolation for 1 Mbps data rate applications.

The MAX13050ASA is classified as obsolete product status. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to ensure design continuity, maintain supply chain flexibility, and support long-term production requirements for systems utilizing this transceiver architecture.

Substiute Parts

MAX13050ASA

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 3236MAX13050ASA Datasheet

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MAX13050ASA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 1206MAX13050ASA+ Datasheet

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MAX13051ASA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 2628MAX13051ASA+ Datasheet

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MAX13052ASA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 2475MAX13052ASA+ Datasheet

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MAX13053ASA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 1782MAX13053ASA+ Datasheet

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MAX13054AEASA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 150329MAX13054AEASA+ Datasheet

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MAX13054ASA+

Analog Devices Inc./Maxim IntegratedIn Stock: 14979MAX13054ASA+ Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MAX13050ASA is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Protocol: CANbus
• Number of Drivers/Receivers: 1/1 configuration
• Duplex Mode: Full-duplex operation
• Data Rate: 1 Mbps maximum
• Receiver Hysteresis: 70 mV
• Supply Voltage Range: 4.75V ~ 5.25V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 125°C
• Package Type: 8-SOIC form factor
• Mounting: Surface mount technology

All substitute parts listed maintain identical electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility with the original MAX13050ASA. Substitutes differ only in product status (active vs. obsolete) and packaging configuration (tube vs. standard).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts maintain full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the MAX13050ASA. Selection among substitutes should be based on the following factors:

Product Status: The MAX13050ASA is obsolete. All substitute parts listed carry active product status, ensuring continued manufacturer support, availability, and compliance updates.

Regulatory Compliance: All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and carry REACH Unaffected or equivalent status, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement.

Supply Availability: Inventory levels vary significantly among substitutes. MAX13054AEASA+ offers the highest stock position (150,300 units), followed by MAX13054ASA+ (14,950 units). Parts with higher inventory provide greater supply chain security for production planning.

Packaging Configuration: All substitutes are supplied in tube packaging, which is standard for active production components. This differs from the original MAX13050ASA but does not affect electrical performance or PCB integration.

Base Product Variants: The substitute list includes variants from the MAX13050, MAX13051, MAX13052, MAX13053, and MAX13054 base product families. All maintain identical 1/1 transceiver architecture, full-duplex operation, and 1 Mbps data rate specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MAX13050ASA be directly replaced with MAX13050ASA+?

A: Yes. MAX13050ASA+ is the active production equivalent of the obsolete MAX13050ASA. Both parts share identical electrical specifications, pin configuration, and 8-SOIC package geometry. The primary difference is product status and packaging format (tube vs. standard).

Q: What is the difference between MAX13050ASA+ and MAX13054ASA+?

A: Both parts are full-duplex 1/1 CANbus transceivers with identical electrical performance specifications. The difference lies in the base product family designation (MAX13050 vs. MAX13054). From an electrical and mechanical standpoint, they are functionally equivalent for 1 Mbps CANbus applications.

Q: Are all substitute parts pin-compatible with the original MAX13050ASA?

A: Yes. All substitute parts use the 8-SOIC package with identical pin assignments and electrical characteristics. PCB layout and schematic integration require no modification.

Q: Which substitute part should be selected for new designs?

A: For new designs, select from active product status parts with adequate inventory. MAX13054AEASA+ and MAX13054ASA+ offer the highest availability and are recommended for production volumes requiring supply chain stability.

Q: Do substitute parts meet current RoHS and environmental compliance requirements?

A: Yes. All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant. Regulatory compliance documentation is current and maintained by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated for all active product variants listed.

Q: Can substitutes be used interchangeably in existing designs?

A: Yes. All substitute parts maintain identical electrical specifications, operating ranges, and package geometry. No design modifications, PCB rework, or firmware changes are required for substitution.