MAX551, MAX552

+3V/+5V, 12-Bit, Serial, Multiplying DACs in 10-Pin µMAX Package

Single, Serial, Current Output DAC in a µMAX Package
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Description

The MAX551/MAX552 are 12-bit, current-output, 4-quadrant multiplying digital-to-analog converters (DACs). These devices are capable of providing unipolar or bipolar outputs when operating from either a single +5V (MAX551) or +3V (MAX552) power supply. An internal power-on-reset circuit clears all DAC registers on power-up, setting the DAC output voltage to 0V.

The SPI™/QSPI™ and MICROWIRE™-compatible 3-wire serial interface saves board space and reduces power dissipation compared with parallel-interface devices. The MAX551/MAX552 feature double-buffered interface logic with a 12-bit input register and a 12-bit DAC register. Data in the DAC register sets the DAC output voltage. Data is loaded into the input register through the serial interface. The active-low LOAD input transfers data from the input register to the DAC register, updating the DAC output voltage. The MAX551/MAX552 are available in an 8-pin DIP package or a space-saving 10-pin µMAX package. The µMAX package provides an asynchronous clear (CLR-bar) input that clears all DAC registers when pulled to GND, setting the output voltage to 0V.

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Key Features

  • Single-Supply Operation:
    • +4.5V to +5.25V (MAX551)
    • +2.7V to +3.6V (MAX552)
  • 12.5MHz 3-Wire Serial Interface
  • SPI/QSPI and MICROWIRE Compatible
  • Power-On Reset Clears DAC Output to Zero
  • Asynchronous Clear Input Clears DAC Output to Zero
  • Voltage Mode or Bipolar Mode Operation with a Single Power Supply
  • Schmitt-Trigger Digital Inputs for Direct Optocoupler Interface
  • 0.4µA Supply Current
  • 10-Pin µMAX Package
 

Applications/Uses

  • µP-Controlled Systems
  • Automatic Calibration
  • Digitally Controlled Filters
  • Gain Adjustment
  • Motion-Controlled Systems
  • Process-Control I/O Boards
  • Programmable Amplifiers/Attenuators
  • Transducer Drivers
   

Key Specifications:

Precision DACs (12-18 Bits)
Part Number Power-On Reset State Resolution
(bits)
Channels Output Type Reference INL
(±LSB)
Interface Supply Range
(V)
Supply Range
(V)
Voltage Supplies ISHUTDN
(µA)
ICC
(mA)
Settling Time
(µs)
Glitch Energy
(nVs)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
max min max typ max typ typ See Notes
MAX551A  Zero-Scale 12 1 Current- Buffered Ext. 0.5 Serial - SPI 4.5 5.5 1 1 0.005 0.08 0.65
-40 to +85
0 to +70
$5.61 @1k
MAX551B  Zero-Scale 1 4.5 5.5 - 0.08 0.65 $4.68 @1k
MAX552A  - 0.5 2.7 3.6 - 0.12 0.6 $5.61 @1k
MAX552B  - 1 2.7 3.6 - 0.12 0.6 $4.68 @1k
See All Precision DACs (12-18 Bits) (257)

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 Power-On Reset State Resolution
(bits)
Channels Output Type Reference INL
(±LSB)
Interface Supply Range
(V)
Supply Range
(V)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
max min max See Notes
MAX551A  Zero-Scale 12 1 Current- Buffered Ext. 0.5 Serial - SPI 4.5 5.5
-40 to +85
0 to +70
$5.61 @1k
MAX551B  Zero-Scale 1 4.5 5.5 $4.68 @1k
MAX552A  - 0.5 2.7 3.6 $5.61 @1k
MAX552B  - 1 2.7 3.6 $4.68 @1k
See All Precision DACs (4-12 Bits) (287)

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

MAX551, MAX552: Functional Block Diagram
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Document Ref.: 19-1260 Rev 1; 2002-11-20
This page last modified: 2009-04-01