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SP332 Multiprotocol Transceiver
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The United States Navy is seeking suppliers for the SP332ET-L, a multiprotocol transceiver integrated circuit manufactured by MaxLinear, Inc. This device supports both RS-232 and RS-485 communication protocols and can be configured via control pins to switch between these modes. It operates on a single 5V supply and includes features such as four RS-232 drivers and receivers, two RS-485 drivers and receivers, a loopback function for self-testing, and comes in a 28-pin WSOIC package. Notably, the product is marked as obsolete or end of life. This notice is a sources sought announcement, indicating the Navy's interest in gauging the market for potential suppliers rather than a formal solicitation or request for proposals. Interested parties are asked to provide detailed company information, including contact details, business size, and capability summaries by the deadline of May 26, 2026. The Navy retains full discretion over moving forward with acquisition, and no commitment is implied by this notice. Questions or responses can be directed to designated contacts at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division in Maryland.
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United States Navy is searching for a suppier for Part Number SP332ET-L
Description: IC TRANSCEIVER FULL 4/4 28SOIC
The SP332 is a monolithic device that contains both RS-232 and RS-485 line drivers and receivers. The configuration of the SP332 can be changed at any time by changing the logic state of two control pins. The device also includes a loop back function which internally connects driver outputs to receiver inputs for a chip self test. An MaxLinear-patented charge pump allows 5V-only operation.
Features: FEATURES:
5V only single supply operation
Software programmable RS-232 or RS-485 selection
4 drivers, 4 receivers RS-232
2 drivers, 2 receivers RS-485
Loop back function for self test
28-pin WSOIC package
Detail Specification
Manufacturer MaxLinear, Inc. (formerly Exar Corporation)
Product Series SP332 Multiprotocol Transceiver
Package Type 28-pin WSOIC (Wide Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
Current Status Obsolete / End of Life (EOL)
THIS NOTICE IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals nordoes it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisitionapproach; however, the Government will consider all responses received to this notice. A determination by theGovernment not to compete this requirement is solely withinthe discretion of the Government. This sources sought should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for anypurpose. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response.All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation tothe U.S. Government. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any input as a result of this market survey. The U.S. Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this survey. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published.
All interested sources shall provide the organization name, address, point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, business size, taxpayer identification number, DUNS/SAM number, and CAGE Code. In addition, all interested sources shall provide a summary of their company’s capabilities.
