MAX528EPP

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
• Characteristics: High precision, low power consumption
• Package: Plastic DIP (Dual In-Line Package)
• Essence: Converts digital signals into analog voltages
• Packaging/Quantity: Comes in a tube packaging with 25 units per tube

Specifications

• Resolution: 12 bits
• Number of Channels: 1
• Supply Voltage: +5V
• Output Voltage Range: 0V to Vref
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The MAX528EPP has the following pin configuration:

1. VDD: Positive supply voltage
2. VREF: Reference voltage input
3. AGND: Analog ground
4. DGND: Digital ground
5. DIN: Digital input for data
6. SCLK: Serial clock input
7. CS: Chip select input
8. OUT: Analog output voltage

Functional Features

• High accuracy and linearity
• Low power consumption
• Fast settling time
• Serial interface for easy integration
• Power-on reset function

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High precision conversion - Low power consumption - Compact package size - Easy integration with serial interface

Disadvantages: - Limited number of channels (only 1) - Requires external reference voltage

Working Principles

The MAX528EPP is a digital-to-analog converter that converts digital signals into corresponding analog voltages. It uses a 12-bit resolution to provide high precision conversion. The input digital data is received through the DIN pin and is converted into an analog voltage based on the reference voltage provided through the VREF pin. The converted analog voltage is then available at the OUT pin.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX528EPP is commonly used in various applications that require precise analog voltage generation. Some of the application fields where it can be utilized include:

1. Industrial automation: Control systems, process control, and instrumentation.
2. Audio equipment: Digital audio processors, mixers, and amplifiers.
3. Test and measurement: Signal generators, data acquisition systems, and calibration equipment.
4. Communication systems: Base stations, transceivers, and signal conditioning modules.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• MAX531C/D: 12-bit DAC with dual buffered outputs
• MAX532AC/D: 12-bit DAC with serial interface and internal reference
• MAX533AC/D: 12-bit DAC with serial interface and rail-to-rail output

These alternative models offer similar functionality and performance to the MAX528EPP, providing options for different system requirements.

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