Overview
The AD5241BRU10, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a single-channel, 256-position, digitally controlled variable resistor (VR) device. This electronic component functions as a digital potentiometer, trimmer, or variable resistor, offering a completely programmable value of resistance between the A terminal and the wiper, or the B terminal and the wiper. It is designed for applications requiring precise and programmable resistance adjustments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Resistance Range | 10 kΩ, 100 kΩ, 1 MΩ | |
| Temperature Coefficient | 30 ppm/°C | |
| Supply Voltage | Single-supply: 2.7 V to 5.5 V, Dual-supply: ±2.7 V | V |
| Number of Positions | 256 | |
| Interface | I2C-compatible, 2-wire serial data interface | |
| Programmable Logic Outputs | 2 extra programmable logic outputs | |
| Shutdown Feature | Self-contained shutdown feature | |
| Temperature Range | −40°C to +105°C | °C |
| Package Type | 14-lead TSSOP |
Key Features
- 256-position digital potentiometer with programmable resistance between A terminal and wiper, or B terminal and wiper.
- Low temperature coefficient of 30 ppm/°C.
- Internal power-on midscale preset.
- I2C-compatible interface with readback capability.
- Two extra programmable logic outputs for driving digital loads, logic gates, LED drivers, and analog switches.
- Self-contained shutdown feature.
- Extended temperature range of −40°C to +105°C.
Applications
- Multimedia, video, and audio systems.
- Communications equipment.
- Mechanical potentiometer replacement.
- Instrumentation for gain and offset adjustments.
- Programmable voltage-to-current conversion.
- Line impedance matching.
Q & A
- What is the AD5241BRU10 used for? The AD5241BRU10 is used as a digital potentiometer, trimmer, or variable resistor in various applications requiring precise and programmable resistance adjustments.
- What are the available resistance ranges for the AD5241BRU10? The available resistance ranges are 10 kΩ, 100 kΩ, and 1 MΩ.
- What is the temperature coefficient of the AD5241BRU10? The temperature coefficient is 30 ppm/°C.
- What type of interface does the AD5241BRU10 use? The AD5241BRU10 uses an I2C-compatible, 2-wire serial data interface.
- Does the AD5241BRU10 have programmable logic outputs? Yes, it has two extra programmable logic outputs.
- What is the operating temperature range of the AD5241BRU10? The operating temperature range is −40°C to +105°C.
- In what package type is the AD5241BRU10 available? The AD5241BRU10 is available in a 14-lead TSSOP package.
- Can the AD5241BRU10 be used in battery-powered applications? Yes, it can be used in battery-powered applications due to its single-supply operation from 2.7 V to 5.5 V.
- Does the AD5241BRU10 have a shutdown feature? Yes, it has a self-contained shutdown feature.
- How many positions does the AD5241BRU10 have? The AD5241BRU10 has 256 positions.
