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SP304

RS-232/RS-422 Line Drivers/Receivers

s RS-232 and RS-422 on One Chip

s Multiple Drivers and Receivers

s Software-selectable Modes

s Loopback for Self-Testing

s Short-circuit Protected

s Single-width 24-pin DIP and 28–pin

SOIC Packages

DESCRIPTION…

The SP304 is an enhanced-performance version of the Sipex SP302 RS-232 and RS-422

protocol line drivers and receivers. It is pin-for-pin compatible with the SP302, and in any

configuration, fully meets the requirements of the EIA RS-232D and RS-422 data communication

standards. A loopback test mode is provided.The SP304 is available in 24-pin single width plastic

DIP, and 28-pin SOIC packages for commercial and industrial temperature range operation.

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