MAX213CDBR Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX213CDBR is a 4/5 full-duplex RS232 transceiver manufactured by Texas Instruments in a 28-SSOP surface mount package. This part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity. The MAX213CDBR operates within a 4.5V to 5.5V supply range with a 120Kbps data rate and 500mV receiver hysteresis, designed for industrial and commercial RS232 communication applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	MAX213CDBR
Manufacturer	Texas Instruments
Type	Transceiver
Protocol	RS232
Number of Drivers/Receivers	4/5
Duplex	Full
Receiver Hysteresis	500 mV
Data Rate	120Kbps
Voltage - Supply	4.5V ~ 5.5V
Operating Temperature	0°C ~ 70°C
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Package / Case	28-SSOP (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MAX213CDBR is determined by strict adherence to the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Critical Parameters for Direct Substitution:

Protocol: RS232
Number of Drivers/Receivers: 4/5
Duplex: Full
Receiver Hysteresis: 500 mV
Data Rate: 120Kbps (minimum)
Voltage - Supply: 4.5V ~ 5.5V
Package / Case: 28-SSOP (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Substitute Categories:

MFR Recommended Substitutes maintain identical electrical specifications and active product status, providing direct replacement capability with enhanced availability.

Parametric Equivalents share core electrical parameters but may differ in driver/receiver count or product lifecycle status, suitable for applications with flexible configuration requirements.

Direct Equivalents from alternative manufacturers provide identical electrical and mechanical specifications with active product status.

Upgrade Options offer enhanced performance characteristics such as extended temperature ranges or higher data rates while maintaining package and core electrical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Drivers/Receivers	Data Rate	Operating Temp	Receiver Hysteresis	Product Status	Packaging
MAX213CDBR	Texas Instruments	4/5	120Kbps	0°C ~ 70°C	500 mV	Obsolete	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
TRS213IDBR	Texas Instruments	4/5	120Kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	500 mV	Active	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
SN75LBC187DBR	Texas Instruments	3/5	120Kbps	0°C ~ 70°C	500 mV	Last Time Buy	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
HIN213ECAZ	Renesas Electronics Corporation	4/5	120Kbps	0°C ~ 70°C	500 mV	Active	Tube
HIN213EIAZ	Renesas Electronics Corporation	4/5	230kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	500 mV	Active	Tube
HIN213EIAZ-T	Renesas Electronics Corporation	4/5	230kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	500 mV	Active	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
MAX213EEAI+	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	4/5	120Kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	500 mV	Active	Tube
MAX213EEAI+T	Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated	4/5	120Kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	500 mV	Active	Tape & Reel (TR)
ADM213ARSZ	Analog Devices Inc.	4/5	120Kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	650 mV	Active	Tube
ADM213ARSZ-REEL	Analog Devices Inc.	4/5	120Kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	650 mV	Active	Tape & Reel (TR)
ADM213EARSZ	Analog Devices Inc.	4/5	230kbps	-40°C ~ 85°C	650 mV	Active	Tube

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct Replacement with Active Product Status: TRS213IDBR is the primary recommended substitute. It maintains identical electrical specifications (4/5 drivers/receivers, 120Kbps data rate, 500mV hysteresis, 4.5V-5.5V supply) while offering extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) and active product status. Packaging compatibility with Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® format matches the original part.

For Cross-Manufacturer Equivalence: HIN213ECAZ from Renesas Electronics Corporation provides identical electrical and mechanical specifications with active product status. Operating temperature range matches the original (0°C to 70°C). Packaging differs (Tube vs. Cut Tape), requiring supply chain adjustment.

For Enhanced Performance Requirements: HIN213EIAZ and HIN213EIAZ-T offer doubled data rate capability (230kbps vs. 120Kbps) with extended temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) and active product status. HIN213EIAZ-T provides Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® packaging matching original format. These parts are suitable for applications requiring higher communication speeds within the RS232 protocol framework.

For Extended Temperature Range Applications: MAX213EEAI+ and MAX213EEAI+T maintain original electrical specifications while extending operating temperature to -40°C to 85°C. Both parts carry active product status and ROHS3 compliance. MAX213EEAI+T provides Tape & Reel packaging for automated assembly.

For Receiver Hysteresis Tolerance Variations: ADM213ARSZ and ADM213EARSZ from Analog Devices Inc. feature 650mV receiver hysteresis (vs. 500mV original). These parts maintain 4/5 driver/receiver configuration and 4.5V-5.5V supply range with active product status. ADM213EARSZ provides 230kbps data rate capability. Selection depends on application tolerance for increased hysteresis specification.

For Reduced Driver/Receiver Configuration: SN75LBC187DBR provides 3/5 driver/receiver configuration with identical data rate and hysteresis specifications. Product status is Last Time Buy. This part is suitable only for applications where reduced driver/receiver count is acceptable.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TRS213IDBR directly replace MAX213CDBR in production? A: Yes. TRS213IDBR maintains all critical electrical parameters (4/5 drivers/receivers, 120Kbps, 500mV hysteresis, 4.5V-5.5V supply) and identical 28-SSOP package. Extended temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) provides additional operational margin. Packaging format (Cut Tape & Digi-Reel®) is identical.

Q: What is the difference between HIN213EIAZ and HIN213EIAZ-T? A: Both parts are identical in electrical specifications and performance. The difference is packaging format: HIN213EIAZ uses Tube packaging, while HIN213EIAZ-T uses Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® format. Selection depends on assembly process requirements and supply chain preferences.

Q: Why do ADM213ARSZ parts have 650mV receiver hysteresis instead of 500mV? A: ADM213ARSZ and ADM213EARSZ are manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. with different receiver hysteresis specification. This parameter difference must be evaluated against application noise immunity requirements. Higher hysteresis provides greater noise rejection but may reduce sensitivity to weak signals.

Q: Can HIN213EIAZ-T be used in applications originally designed for MAX213CDBR? A: Yes, with consideration for enhanced data rate capability. HIN213EIAZ-T maintains identical package, supply voltage, and driver/receiver configuration. The 230kbps data rate (vs. 120Kbps original) is backward compatible with lower-speed applications. Extended temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) provides additional operational margin.

Q: Is SN75LBC187DBR a suitable substitute? A: SN75LBC187DBR is a parametric equivalent only. The 3/5 driver/receiver configuration differs from the original 4/5 specification. This part is suitable only if application design can accommodate reduced driver/receiver count. Product status is Last Time Buy, limiting long-term availability.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to all substitute parts? A: All listed substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status, matching the original MAX213CDBR. Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) varies: Texas Instruments and Maxim parts are MSL 1 (Unlimited), while Renesas and Analog Devices parts are MSL 1 or MSL 3 (168 Hours). Storage and handling requirements must align with MSL classification.

Q: Which substitute offers the best long-term availability? A: TRS213IDBR, HIN213EIAZ-T, MAX213EEAI+T, and ADM213EARSZ all carry active product status, indicating ongoing manufacturing and supply availability. TRS213IDBR from Texas Instruments provides the most direct specification match with active status.

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