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XL232K – RS-232 Transceiver – Xinluda

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Part Number
XL232K
Manufacturer
Xinluda Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Condition
New — trusted and guaranteed
Documentation
Full lot documentation with every shipment

Specifications

Manufacturer
Xinluda
Component Type
RS-232 Transceiver (Driver/Receiver)
Channels
2 Drivers / 2 Receivers
Supply Voltage
+5 V (single supply, dual integrated charge pump)
Driver Output Voltage Swing
+/-7.3 V typ (+/-5.0 V min into 3 kOhm)
Receiver Input Range
-30 V to +30 V
VCC Supply Current
8 mA typ / 16 mA max (no load, 25 C)
External Capacitors
4 x 1 uF (1uF/16V) + VCC decoupling cap
Operating Temperature
-40 C to +85 C
Compatibility
MAX232 pin/function compatible
Package
SOP-16(W) (wide body)
Part Status
Active
Availability
Available

About this part

The Xinluda XL232K is a +5V-powered, multichannel RS-232 driver/receiver IC designed for EIA/TIA-232E and V.28/V.24 communication interfaces, particularly applications where a bipolar +/-12V supply is not available. It integrates dual on-chip charge pumps that generate the bipolar RS-232 line voltages from a single +5V rail, eliminating the need for a dual supply. With two drivers and two receivers, the XL232K shares the industry-standard MAX232 pinout and function, making it a cost-effective option for serial communication ports in industrial and consumer electronics.

Key Features

Applications

Why Source XL232K from Pacific Component Xchange

The XL232K is an Asian-market RS-232 transceiver with limited authorized-distributor coverage in North America and Europe, which can make it difficult to source through mainstream channels. As an independent distributor specializing in hard-to-find interface and power-management ICs, Pacific Component Xchange helps engineers and buyers secure the XL232K and compatible MAX232-class parts even when standard supply lines are constrained or obsolete. Every order is backed by authenticity verification and rigorous incoming inspection, with global shipping to keep your production lines running. Request a quote (RFQ) today for current availability, lead time, and volume pricing on the XL232K.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Xinluda XL232K?

The XL232K is a +5V-powered, multichannel RS-232 driver/receiver IC from Xinluda, with 2 drivers and 2 receivers. It uses dual on-chip charge pumps to generate RS-232 line levels from a single +5V supply and is supplied in a wide-body SOP-16(W) package.

Is the XL232K compatible with the MAX232?

Yes. The XL232K shares the industry-standard MAX232 16-pin pinout and dual driver/receiver function, making it a suitable drop-in alternative for many RS-232 serial interface designs (distributors cross-reference it to parts such as the MAX232CWE+).

What package does the XL232K come in?

The XL232K is supplied in a wide-body SOP-16(W) surface-mount package (body size approximately 10.45 x 7.5 mm). Xinluda offers the same die in other packages: the XL232Z (SOP-16), XL232-TS (TSSOP-16), and XD232 (DIP-16).

What external components does the XL232K require?

Per the datasheet, the XL232K requires four external 1 uF (1uF/16V) capacitors for its dual charge-pump voltage converter, plus a VCC decoupling capacitor of the same value placed close to the device.

How much supply current does the XL232K draw?

The datasheet specifies a VCC supply current of typically 8 mA, with a maximum of 16 mA, measured with no load at 25 C. The device operates over a -40 C to +85 C temperature range.

Can Pacific Component Xchange supply the XL232K if it is hard to find?

Yes. Pacific Component Xchange is an independent distributor that specializes in hard-to-find and limited-availability interface and power-management ICs. Submit an RFQ for current XL232K availability, lead time, and pricing.