MAX538 DAC
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The MAX538 is an 8-bit, serial-input digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed for high-speed data conversion. This low-power DAC is capable of converting digital signals into precise analog voltages. It operates from a single 2.7V to 5.5V supply, making it ideal for battery-powered applications. The MAX538 features a simple 3-wire serial interface and is available in a compact 8-pin SOIC package, suitable for a wide range of applications including data acquisition, instrumentation, and communication systems.
Key Features:
- 8-bit resolution
- Simple 3-wire serial interface
- Low power consumption
- Single-supply operation (2.7V to 5.5V)
- Power-on reset to zero
- Compact 8-pin SOIC package
- Fast settling time
- High accuracy and linearity
- Resolution: 8 bits
- Supply Voltage (VCC): 2.7V to 5.5V
- Input Clock Frequency: 10 MHz (max)
- Reference Voltage Range: 2.0V to VCC
- Output Voltage Range: 0V to VREF
- Settling Time: 1.5µs (typical)
- Power Consumption: 100µA (typical)
- Integral Nonlinearity (INL): ±0.5 LSB (max)
- Differential Nonlinearity (DNL): ±0.5 LSB (max)
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
- Package: 8-pin SOIC
- Data Acquisition Systems: Converts digital signals to analog in data collection systems.
- Instrumentation: Provides precise analog output for measurement and control instruments.
- Communication Systems: Used in modems, transceivers, and other communication equipment.
- Consumer Electronics: Integrated into audio, video, and other consumer electronic devices.
- Process Control: Utilized in industrial automation and control systems.
- Portable/Battery-Powered Devices: Suitable for handheld and portable electronics due to low power consumption.
Technical Specifications:
- Logic Family: CMOS
- Number of Channels: 3
- Switch Configuration: Single-Pole Double-Throw (SPDT)
- Supply Voltage Range: 3V to 15V
- “ON” Resistance (R_ON): 125Ω typical at V_DD = 10V
- “OFF” Leakage Current (I_OFF): ±100pA typical at V_DD = 10V
- Control Input Voltage (V_IH): 0.7 V_DD min, 0.3 V_DD max
- Maximum Operating Frequency: 40 MHz at V_DD = 10V
Applications:
- Signal routing and switching
- Analog and digital multiplexing
- Audio and video signal processing
- Data acquisition systems
- Test equipment