IncThe SP3078EEN-L/TR is an 8-lead, narrow-body surface-mount, low-power, 16 Mbps, fully-differential, ESD-protected Transceiver manufactured by MaxLinear Inc. It is used for interfacing to a variety of different serial communications protocols such as RS-485 and RS-422.The SP3078E supports up to 15 kV of electro-static discharge (ESD) protection, which makes it an ideal choice for industrial and automotive applications that require a higher level of ESD protection. It is capable of robust operation in a wide temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C. The small form factor allows for flexible design and easy incorporation into tight spaces and ultra-compact electronic designs. The SP3078E also features fault led logic and thermal shutdown, making it extremely reliable and robust.