How to Know IC Components?

Often, I will hear that someone said that how to know or read IC components. Total, to know an IC components is a simple process which will allow people to determine the part's manufacturer and technical specifications. All IC componnets have a two-part serial number

, which are the serial number delineates the manufacturer's information and the serial number indicates the IC's technical specifications. Many IC (integrated circuit) manufacturers produce identical chips with the same technical specifications. In the case of the serial number " MAX3225EEAP," the "MAX" field indicates the manufacturer MAXIMSo, how to know the IC components? Read the following then you will get the answer.

First, to read the serial number from the top side of the IC. The top side of the IC is facing up when the chip is standing on its pins. You may require a magnifying glass while reading the IC serial information.
Second, search the IC components' serial number in the internet browers such as google, yahoo, etc. Once searched you should find a link from the manufacturer's website with a PDF data sheet available for download. Download and open it.
Third, see the date sheet and you can find technical information on the IC's performance and voltage characteristics. These characteristics are necessary information if a user is to implement the IC into a design scheme. For an example, the MAX3225EEAP, data sheet is available for download in the "Resources" section of this page.
To know IC Components is a simple thing if you hold the key point. Wish this is helpful for you

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