XR5486EID-F RS422/RS485 Transceiver Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The XR5486EID-F is a full-duplex RS422/RS485 transceiver manufactured by MaxLinear, Inc., housed in a 14-SOIC surface mount package. This device is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing system support and new design implementations. The XR5486EID-F operates at a data rate of 52 Mbps with a 5V supply voltage range (4.75V to 5.25V) and supports industrial temperature ranges from -40°C to 85°C.

Key Parameters

Parameter	XR5486EID-F
Manufacturer	MaxLinear, Inc.
Protocol	RS422, RS485
Type	Transceiver
Number of Drivers/Receivers	1/1
Duplex	Full
Data Rate	52 Mbps
Voltage - Supply	4.75V ~ 5.25V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C
Package / Case	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Receiver Hysteresis	25 mV
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the XR5486EID-F is determined by the following critical parameters:

Protocol compatibility: RS422/RS485 full-duplex operation
Package compatibility: 14-SOIC surface mount form factor
Electrical interface: 1/1 driver/receiver configuration
Data rate capability: Minimum 52 Mbps required for direct replacement
Supply voltage: Devices must operate within or be compatible with 5V systems
Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C minimum

The Analog Devices ADM3076 series (ADM3076EARZ, ADM3076EARZ-REEL7, ADM3076EYRZ, ADM3076EYRZ-REEL7) provides the closest functional equivalence. These parts maintain the same 14-SOIC package, full-duplex RS422/RS485 protocol, 1/1 driver/receiver configuration, and exceed the 52 Mbps data rate requirement with 16 Mbps capability. However, the ADM3076 series operates at 3V to 3.6V supply voltage, requiring voltage level translation for direct 5V system integration.

The ADM3070 series (ADM3070EARZ, ADM3070EARZ-REEL7, ADM3070EYRZ, ADM3070EYRZ-REEL7) and ADM3073 series (ADM3073EARZ, ADM3073EARZ-REEL7) offer lower data rate alternatives at 250 kbps and 500 kbps respectively, suitable only for applications where reduced bandwidth is acceptable.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	XR5486EID-F	ADM3076EARZ	ADM3076EARZ-REEL7	ADM3076EYRZ	ADM3076EYRZ-REEL7	ADM3070EARZ	ADM3070EARZ-REEL7	ADM3070EYRZ	ADM3070EYRZ-REEL7	ADM3073EARZ	ADM3073EARZ-REEL7
Manufacturer	MaxLinear, Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.	Analog Devices Inc.
Protocol	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485	RS422, RS485
Type	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver	Transceiver
Number of Drivers/Receivers	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1	1/1
Duplex	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full	Full
Data Rate	52 Mbps	16 Mbps	16 Mbps	16 Mbps	16 Mbps	250 kbps	250 kbps	250 kbps	250 kbps	500 kbps	500 kbps
Voltage - Supply	4.75V ~ 5.25V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V	3V ~ 3.6V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C
Package / Case	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Receiver Hysteresis	25 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV	100 mV
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Not specified	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	2 (1 Year)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The ADM3076 series represents the primary substitute for the XR5486EID-F in applications requiring high-speed RS422/RS485 communication. All ADM3076 variants are active products with ROHS3 compliance and superior moisture sensitivity ratings (MSL 1 vs. MSL 2). The ADM3076EYRZ and ADM3076EYRZ-REEL7 variants extend the operating temperature range to -40°C to 125°C, providing additional thermal margin for demanding industrial environments.

Critical consideration: The ADM3076 series operates at 3V to 3.6V supply voltage, whereas the XR5486EID-F requires 5V operation. System designs must incorporate appropriate voltage level translation circuitry or power supply modification to accommodate this substitution.

The ADM3070 series and ADM3073 series are suitable only for applications where data rate reduction is acceptable. ADM3070 devices support 250 kbps operation, while ADM3073 devices support 500 kbps operation. These lower-speed alternatives are not recommended for direct replacement in systems requiring the full 52 Mbps capability of the original XR5486EID-F.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the ADM3076 series directly replace the XR5486EID-F without circuit modifications?

A: No. The ADM3076 series operates at 3V to 3.6V supply voltage, while the XR5486EID-F requires 4.75V to 5.25V. Direct substitution requires voltage level translation or power supply redesign. The 14-SOIC package and pin configuration are compatible, but electrical interface adaptation is mandatory.

Q: What is the significance of the 25 mV receiver hysteresis in the XR5486EID-F compared to the 100 mV hysteresis in the ADM3076 series?

A: Receiver hysteresis affects noise immunity and switching threshold behavior. The XR5486EID-F's lower 25 mV hysteresis provides tighter threshold control, while the ADM3076's 100 mV hysteresis offers greater noise immunity. System noise characteristics and signal integrity requirements determine whether this difference impacts performance.

Q: Are the ADM3070 and ADM3073 series viable alternatives for the XR5486EID-F?

A: The ADM3070 (250 kbps) and ADM3073 (500 kbps) series are not suitable for direct replacement in systems requiring 52 Mbps operation. These devices are appropriate only for applications where bandwidth requirements are significantly lower than the original design specification.

Q: What packaging options are available for the ADM3076 substitute?

A: The ADM3076 is available in multiple packaging configurations: ADM3076EARZ (Tube), ADM3076EARZ-REEL7 (Cut Tape & Digi-Reel), ADM3076EYRZ (Tube), and ADM3076EYRZ-REEL7 (unspecified packaging). All variants use the 14-SOIC surface mount package. Selection depends on procurement and assembly requirements.

Q: Does the extended temperature range of ADM3076EYRZ (-40°C to 125°C) provide additional design margin?

A: Yes. The ADM3076EYRZ and ADM3076EYRZ-REEL7 variants extend the maximum operating temperature from 85°C to 125°C, providing 40°C additional thermal margin. This is beneficial for applications in high-temperature environments or systems with limited thermal management.

Q: What compliance certifications should be verified for the substitute parts?

A: All Analog Devices ADM3076, ADM3070, and ADM3073 variants are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. These certifications align with modern environmental and regulatory requirements. The original XR5486EID-F compliance status is not specified in available documentation.

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