Overview
The AD5241BRZ10-RL7, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a single-channel, 256-position, digitally controlled variable resistor (VR) device. This component functions similarly to a 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 part of the AD5241/AD5242 series, known for their high precision and versatility in various electronic applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resistance Range | 10 kΩ, 100 kΩ, 1 MΩ |
| Number of Positions | 256 |
| Temperature Coefficient | 30 ppm/°C |
| Operating Voltage | Single-supply: 2.7 V to 5.5 V, Dual-supply: ±2.7 V |
| Interface | I²C-compatible, 2-wire serial bus |
| Temperature Range | −40°C to +105°C |
| Package Type | 14-Lead SOIC |
| Logic Outputs | Two extra programmable logic outputs |
| Shutdown Feature | Self-contained shutdown feature |
Key Features
- Internal power on midscale preset
- Low temperature coefficient: 30 ppm/°C
- I²C-compatible interface with readback capability
- Two extra programmable logic outputs available for driving digital loads, logic gates, LED drivers, and analog switches
- Self-contained shutdown feature
- Extended temperature range: −40°C to +105°C
Applications
- Multimedia, video, and audio
- Communications
- Mechanical potentiometer replacement
- Instrumentation: gain, offset adjustment
- Programmable voltage-to-current conversion
- Line impedance matching
Q & A
- What is the AD5241BRZ10-RL7 used for? The AD5241BRZ10-RL7 is used as a digitally controlled variable resistor, similar to a potentiometer or trimmer, in various electronic applications.
- What are the available resistance ranges for the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? The available resistance ranges are 10 kΩ, 100 kΩ, and 1 MΩ.
- What is the temperature coefficient of the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? The nominal temperature coefficient is 30 ppm/°C.
- What type of interface does the AD5241BRZ10-RL7 use? It uses an I²C-compatible, 2-wire serial bus interface.
- What is the operating voltage range for the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? It operates on a single-supply from 2.7 V to 5.5 V or dual-supply ±2.7 V.
- What is the temperature range for the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? The device operates over an extended temperature range of −40°C to +105°C.
- What package types are available for the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? It is available in a 14-Lead SOIC package.
- Does the AD5241BRZ10-RL7 have any additional logic outputs? Yes, it has two extra programmable logic outputs.
- What is the shutdown feature of the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? It has a self-contained shutdown feature.
- What are some common applications of the AD5241BRZ10-RL7? Common applications include multimedia, video, and audio; communications; mechanical potentiometer replacement; instrumentation; and programmable voltage-to-current conversion.
