MAX536, MAX537

Calibrated, Quad, 12-Bit Voltage-Output DACs with Serial Interface

Quad, Serial, Voltage-Output DACs in a SO Package
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Description

The MAX536/MAX537 combine four 12-bit, voltage-output digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and four precision output amplifiers in a space-saving 16-pin package. Offset, gain, and linearity are factory calibrated to provide the MAX536's ±1 LSB total unadjusted error. The MAX537 operates with ±5V supplies, while the MAX536 uses -5V and +10.8V to +13.2V supplies.

Each DAC has a double-buffered input, organized as an input register followed by a DAC register. A 16-bit serial word is used to load data into each input/DAC register. The serial interface is compatible with either SPI/QSPI™ or MICROWIRE™, and allows the input and DAC registers to be updated independently or simultaneously with a single software command. The DAC registers can be simultaneously updated with a hardware active-low LDAC pin. All logic inputs are TTL/CMOS compatible.

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Key Features

  • Four 12-Bit DACs with Output Buffers
  • Simultaneous or Independent Control of Four DACs via a 3-Wire Serial Interface
  • Power-On Reset
  • SPI/QSPI and MICROWIRE Compatible
  • ±1 LSB Total Unadjusted Error (MAX536)
  • Full 12-Bit Performance without Adjustments
  • ±5V Supply Operation (MAX537)
  • Double-Buffered Digital Inputs
  • Buffered Voltage Output
  • 16-Pin DIP/SO Packages
 

Applications/Uses

  • Digital Gain and Offset Control
  • General Purpose
  • Industrial Process Controls
  • Motion-Control Devices
  • Remote Industrial Controls
   

Key Specifications:

Precision DACs (12-18 Bits)
Part Number Resolution
(bits)
Channels Output Type Reference INL
(±LSB)
Interface Supply Range
(V)
Voltage Supplies ICC
(mA)
Offset Error Settling Time
(µs)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
max max max max typ See Notes
MAX536A  12 4 Voltage- Buffered Ext. 0.5 Serial - SPI 16.5 2 25 ±7.5 mV 3
-55 to +125
-40 to +85
0 to +70
$22.33 @1k
MAX536B  1 16.5 25 ±10 mV 3 $15.95 @1k
MAX537A  0.5 5.5 16 ±9 mV 5 $22.33 @1k
MAX537B  1 5.5 16 ±15 mV 5 $15.95 @1k
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Pricing Notes:

This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.


Precision DACs (4-12 Bits)
Part Number Resolution
(bits)
Channels Output Type Reference INL
(±LSB)
Interface Supply Range
(V)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
max max See Notes
MAX536A  12 4 Voltage- Buffered Ext. 0.5 Serial - SPI 16.5
-55 to +125
-40 to +85
0 to +70
$22.33 @1k
MAX536B  1 16.5 $15.95 @1k
MAX537A  0.5 5.5 $22.33 @1k
MAX537B  1 5.5 $15.95 @1k
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Pricing Notes:

This pricing is BUDGETARY, for comparing similar parts. Prices are in U.S. dollars and subject to change. Quantity pricing may vary substantially and international prices may differ due to local duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rates. For volume-specific prices and delivery, please see the price and availability page or contact an authorized distributor.



Diagram

MAX536, MAX537: Functional Block Diagram
Functional Block Diagram

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Document Ref.: 19-0230 Rev 3; 2011-07-07
This page last modified: 2011-07-07