MAX5500, MAX5501

Low-Power, Quad, 12-Bit Voltage-Output DACs with Serial Interface

Low-Cost, +5V and +3V DAC with Shutdown and Configurable Output Amplifiers
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Description

The MAX5500/MAX5501 integrate four low-power, 12-bit digital-to analog converters (DACs) and four precision output amplifiers in a small, 20-pin package. Each negative input of the four precision amplifiers is externally accessible providing flexibility in gain configurations, remote sensing, and high output drive capacity, making the MAX5500/MAX5501 ideal for industrial-process-control applications. Other features include software shutdown, hardware shutdown lockout, an active-low reset which clears all registers and DACs to zero, a user-programmable logic output, and a serial-data output.

Each DAC provides a double-buffered input organized as an input register followed by a DAC register. A 16-bit serial word loads data into each input register. The serial interface is compatible with SPI™/QSPI™/MICROWIRE™. The serial interface allows the input and DAC registers to be updated independently or simultaneously with a single software command. The 3-wire interface simultaneously updates the DAC registers. All logic inputs are TTL/CMOS-logic compatible. The MAX5500 operates from a single +5V power supply, and the MAX5501 operates from a single +3V power supply. The MAX5500/MAX5501 are specified over the extended -40°C to +105°C temperature range.

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Key Features

  • Four 12-Bit DACs with Configurable Output Amplifiers
  • +5V or +3V Single-Supply Operation
  • Low Supply Current:
    • 0.85mA Normal Operation
    • 10µA Shutdown Mode (MAX5500)
  • Force-Sense Outputs
  • Power-On Reset Clears All Registers and DACs to Zero
  • Capable of Recalling Last State Prior to Shutdown
  • SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE Compatible
  • Simultaneous or Independent Control of DACs through 3-Wire Serial Interface
  • User-Programmable Digital Output
  • Guaranteed Over Extended Temperature Range (-40°C to +105°C)
 

Applications/Uses

  • Automatic Test Equipment
  • Digital Offset and Gain Adjustment
  • Industrial Process Controls
  • Microprocessor (µP)-Controlled Systems
  • Motion Control
  • Remote Industrial Controls
   

Key Specifications:

Precision DACs (12-18 Bits)
Part Number Resolution
(bits)
Channels Output Type Reference INL
(±LSB)
Interface Supply Range
(V)
Supply Range
(V)
Voltage Supplies ISHUTDN
(µA)
ICC
(mA)
Offset Error Settling Time
(µs)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
max min max typ max max typ See Notes
MAX5501A  12 4 Voltage- Buffered Ext. 0.75 Serial - SPI 3 3.6 1 20 1.1 ±3.5 mV 16 -40 to +105 $6.27 @1k
MAX5501B  2 3 3.6 1.1 16 $4.50 @1k
MAX5500A  0.75 4.5 5.5 0.98 12 $6.27 @1k
MAX5500B  2 4.5 5.5 0.98 12 $4.50 @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)
Supply Range
(V)
Oper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
max min max See Notes
MAX5501A  12 4 Voltage- Buffered Ext. 0.75 Serial - SPI 3 3.6 -40 to +105 $6.27 @1k
MAX5501B  2 3 3.6 $4.50 @1k
MAX5500A  0.75 4.5 5.5 $6.27 @1k
MAX5500B  2 4.5 5.5 $4.50 @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

MAX5500, MAX5501: Functional Diagram
Functional Diagram

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Document Ref.: 19-4368 Rev 1; 2009-05-19
This page last modified: 2009-05-19