Overview
The AD5160BRJZ5-RL7 from Analog Devices Inc. is a 256-position SPI-compatible digital potentiometer. This device offers a compact solution for applications requiring electronic adjustment, similar to mechanical potentiometers or variable resistors, but with enhanced resolution and solid-state reliability. The AD5160 is packaged in an 8-lead SOT-23 package, measuring 2.9 mm x 3 mm, making it suitable for space-constrained designs. It operates from a single supply voltage ranging from 2.7 V to 5.5 V and consumes less than 5 μA, making it ideal for battery-operated devices.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Positions | 256 |
| End-to-End Resistance | 5 kΩ (for AD5160BRJZ5-RL7) |
| Package Type | 8-Lead SOT-23 |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7 V to 5.5 V |
| Supply Current | 3 μA to 8 μA |
| Operating Temperature Range | –40°C to +125°C |
| Interface | SPI-compatible |
| Power-on Preset | Midscale |
| Temperature Coefficient | 45 ppm/°C |
Key Features
- 256-position adjustment with SPI-compatible digital interface
- Compact 8-lead SOT-23 package (2.9 mm x 3 mm)
- Single supply operation: 2.7 V to 5.5 V
- Low power consumption: less than 5 μA
- Low temperature coefficient: 45 ppm/°C
- Power-on preset to midscale
- Wide operating temperature range: –40°C to +125°C
Applications
The AD5160BRJZ5-RL7 is suitable for various applications requiring precise electronic adjustment, such as:
- Audio and video equipment
- Industrial control systems
- Medical devices
- Portable battery-operated devices
- Automotive systems
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
The AD5160BRJZ5-RL7 functions as a digital potentiometer, providing 256-position electronic adjustment similar to mechanical potentiometers or variable resistors. - What is the package type and size of the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
The device is packaged in an 8-lead SOT-23 package, measuring 2.9 mm x 3 mm. - What is the supply voltage range for the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
The device operates from a single supply voltage ranging from 2.7 V to 5.5 V. - How much current does the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7 consume?
The device consumes less than 5 μA. - What is the operating temperature range of the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
The operating temperature range is –40°C to +125°C. - What interface does the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7 use?
The device uses an SPI-compatible digital interface. - What is the power-on preset condition of the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
The device powers on preset to midscale. - What is the temperature coefficient of the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
The temperature coefficient is 45 ppm/°C. - Is the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7 suitable for battery-operated devices?
Yes, due to its low power consumption, it is suitable for battery-operated devices. - What are some common applications of the AD5160BRJZ5-RL7?
Common applications include audio and video equipment, industrial control systems, medical devices, portable battery-operated devices, and automotive systems.
