The MAX14821 transceiver is suitable for IO-Link? devices and 24V binary sensors/actuators. All specified IO-Link data rates are supported. In IO-Link applications, the transceiver acts as the physical layer interface to a microcontroller running the data-link layer protocol. Additional 24V digital inputs and outputs are provided. Two internal linear regulators generate common sensor and actuator power requirements: 5V and 3.3V.

On-board C/Q and DO drivers are independently configurable for push-pull, high-side (PNP), or low-side (NPN) operation. The device detects the IO-Link C/Q wake-up condition and generates a wake-up signal on the active-low WU output. The C/Q and DI inputs have selectable current loads for use in actuators.

An SPI? interface allows configuration and monitoring of the device. Extensive alarm conditions are detected and communicated through the active-low IRQ output and the SPI interface. The device features reverse-polarity, short-circuit, and thermal protection. All power lines are monitored for undervoltage conditions.

The C/Q and DO drivers are specified for sourcing/sinking up to 100mA.

The device is available in a 2.5mm x 2.5mm, 25-pin WLP and a 4mm x 4mm, 24-pin TQFN package. Both are specified over the extended -40°C to +85°C temperature range.