Overview
The AD558KD, manufactured by Analog Devices Inc., is a high-performance 8-bit Digital to Analog Converter (DAC) designed for various industrial and military applications. It converts digital input signals into corresponding analog voltage outputs. The AD558KD is part of the AD558 family, which is known for its robust performance and versatility in extreme environments.
The device is available in a 16-pin plastic or hermetic ceramic DIP package and is suitable for operating temperatures ranging from -55°C to +125°C for the military-grade versions (S and T grades).
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 8-bit |
| Output Voltage Range | 0 V to 2.56 V, 0 V to 10 V (selectable) |
| Supply Voltage Range | 4.5 V to 16.5 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -55°C to +125°C (S and T grades), 0°C to +70°C (J and K grades) |
| Settling Time | 800 ns |
| Integral Nonlinearity (INL) | 0.375 LSB |
| Package Type | 16-pin plastic or hermetic ceramic DIP |
| Interface | Parallel interface |
Key Features
- Unipolar Output Voltage: The output voltage range is 0 V to Vref, where Vref is the reference voltage.
- Parallel Interface: It utilizes a parallel interface for easy integration with microcontrollers and digital systems.
- High Resolution: The AD558 provides 8-bit resolution, allowing for precise analog voltage generation.
- Fast Settling Time: With a settling time of 800 ns, it offers rapid response for real-time applications.
- Low Integral Nonlinearity (INL): The INL of the AD558 is 0.375 LSB, ensuring accurate and reliable output.
- Wide Supply Voltage Range: It operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 16.5 V, providing flexibility in various power supply configurations.
- Military Temperature Grade: The AD558 is designed to meet the stringent requirements of military-grade applications.
- Non-RoHS Compliant: Please note that the AD558 is not RoHS compliant and contains lead).
Applications
- Industrial Automation: It can be used for controlling analog devices such as motors, valves, and actuators in industrial automation systems).
- Test and Measurement: The AD558 is suitable for generating precise analog signals for testing and calibration purposes).
- Instrumentation: It can be integrated into various instrumentation systems, including data loggers, signal generators, and waveform synthesizers).
- Audio Equipment: The AD558 can be used in audio devices for digital-to-analog conversion, enabling high-quality audio output).
- Process Control: It is ideal for controlling analog processes in manufacturing plants and industrial control systems).
- Secondary Applications: Includes robotics, automotive systems, aerospace, and telecommunications).
Q & A
- Q: What is the resolution of the AD558KD?
A: The AD558KD has an 8-bit resolution).
- Q: What are the output voltage ranges of the AD558KD?
A: The output voltage ranges are 0 V to 2.56 V and 0 V to 10 V, selectable by the user).
- Q: Can the AD558KD be used with microcontrollers?
A: Yes, the AD558KD utilizes a parallel interface, making it compatible with various microcontrollers and digital systems).
- Q: Is the AD558KD radiation-hardened?
A: No, the AD558KD is not radiation-hardened. It is primarily designed for industrial and military applications where radiation hardening is not a requirement).
- Q: Can the AD558KD be operated with a single power supply voltage?
A: Yes, the AD558KD can be operated with a single power supply voltage within the specified range of 4.5 V to 16.5 V).
- Q: Is the AD558KD RoHS compliant?
A: No, the AD558KD is not RoHS compliant and contains lead).
- Q: What is the settling time of the AD558KD?
A: The settling time of the AD558KD is 800 ns).
- Q: What is the integral nonlinearity (INL) of the AD558KD?
A: The INL of the AD558KD is 0.375 LSB).
- Q: What are the operating temperature ranges for the AD558KD?
A: The operating temperature ranges are -55°C to +125°C for the military-grade versions (S and T grades) and 0°C to +70°C for the commercial grades (J and K grades)).
- Q: In what types of packages is the AD558KD available?
A: The AD558KD is available in 16-pin plastic or hermetic ceramic DIP packages).
