MAX5541:Low-Cost, +5V, Serial-Input, Voltage-Output, 16-Bit DAC

Lowest Cost 16-Bit DAC

The MAX5541 serial-input, voltage-output, 16-bit monotonic digital-to-analog converter (DAC) operates from a single +5V supply. The DAC output is unbuffered, resulting in a low 0.3mA supply current and low 1 LSB offset error. The DAC output range is 0V to VREF. The DAC latch accepts a 16-bit serial word. A power-on reset (POR) circuit clears the DAC output to 0V (unipolar mode) when power is initially applied. The 10MHz 3-wire serial interface is SPI™/QSPI™/MICROWIRE™-compatible and interfaces directly with optocouplers for applications requiring isolation. The MAX5541 is available in an 8-pin SO package. For the 1 LSB (max) INL version, refer to the MAX541 data sheet.

Key Features
  • Full 16-Bit Performance Without Adjustments
  • +5V Single-Supply Operation
  • Low Power: 1.5mW
  • 1µs Settling Time
  • Unbuffered Voltage Output Directly Drives 60kΩ Loads
  • SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible Serial Interface
  • Power-On Reset Circuit Clears DAC Output to 0V (unipolar mode)
  • Schmitt Trigger Inputs for Direct Optocoupler Interface
  • Choose MAX541 as a 1 LSB (max) INL Upgrade to the MAX5541
MAX5541: Functional Block Diagram
MAX5541: Functional Block Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
  • Data Acquisition
  • High-Resolution Offset and Gain Adjustment
  • Industrial Process Controls
DataSheet
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MAX5541 Data SheetMAX5541.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberResolution
(bits)
ChannelsOutput TypeReferenceINL
(±LSB)
InterfaceSupply Range
(V)
Supply Range
(V)
ICC
(mA)
Settling Time
(µs)
Package/PinsOper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
maxminmaxmaxtypSee Notes
MAX5541161Voltage- UnbufferedExt.16Serial - SPI4.755.251.11SOIC(N)/8-40 to +85
0 to +70
$6.02 @1k
Quality and Environmental Data
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Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX5541CSANo Longer AvailableMAX5541CSA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX5541CSA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX5541CSA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX5541CSA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX5541CSA+TN.SO;8 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX5541ESANo Longer AvailableMAX5541ESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX5541ESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX5541ESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX5541ESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX5541ESA+TSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
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