Overview
The AD660BN is a versatile and high-performance 16-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) produced by Analog Devices Inc. It is part of the DACPORT® series and is designed for a wide range of industrial, instrumentation, and signal processing applications. This monolithic DAC features an on-board voltage reference, double-buffered latches, and an output amplifier, making it a comprehensive solution for various electronic design projects.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Bits | 16 | - |
| Number of D/A Converters | 1 | - |
| Settling Time | 13 μs | μs |
| Output Type | Voltage - Buffered | - |
| Differential Output | No | - |
| Data Interface | Serial (SPI, Microwire), Parallel | - |
| Reference Type | External, Internal | - |
| Analog Supply Voltage | ±13.5V ~ ±16.5V | V |
| Digital Supply Voltage | 5V | V |
| INL/DNL (LSB) | ±2 (Max) | LSB |
| Architecture | R-2R | - |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C | °C |
| Package/Case | 24-DIP (0.300, 7.62mm) | - |
Key Features
- High-Performance DAC: The AD660BN offers 16-bit resolution with ±1 LSB integral linearity and ±1 LSB differential nonlinearity, ensuring high precision in digital-to-analog conversion.
- Flexible Digital Interface: Supports both serial (SPI, Microwire) and parallel input modes, allowing data to be loaded in various formats. The serial mode input format is pin selectable to be MSB or LSB first.
- On-Chip Components: Includes an on-board voltage reference, double-buffered latches, and an output amplifier, which provides a fast settling time of 13 μs.
- Wide Operating Range: Operates over a wide analog supply voltage range of ±13.5V to ±16.5V and a digital supply voltage of 5V.
- Robust Design: The device is designed with a robust industrial-grade architecture, ensuring reliability and durability across various environmental conditions.
Applications
- Industrial Process Control: Suitable for precision control in industrial processes due to its high accuracy and reliability.
- Instrumentation and Test Equipment: Used in various measurement and testing instruments where high-precision analog outputs are required.
- Medical Devices: Applicable in medical equipment that demands precise analog signal generation.
- Robotics and Automation: Utilized in robotic and automated systems for precise control and signal processing.
- Audio and Signal Processing Systems: Employed in audio processing applications for advanced signal processing techniques such as filtering, modulation, and frequency synthesis).
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the AD660BN DAC?
The AD660BN has a 16-bit resolution).
- What types of digital interfaces does the AD660BN support?
The AD660BN supports both serial (SPI, Microwire) and parallel digital interfaces).
- What is the settling time of the AD660BN?
The settling time of the AD660BN is 13 μs).
- What is the operating temperature range of the AD660BN?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C).
- Does the AD660BN have an on-board voltage reference?
Yes, the AD660BN includes an on-board voltage reference).
- What is the package type of the AD660BN?
The AD660BN is packaged in a 24-DIP (0.300, 7.62mm) package).
- Is the AD660BN still in active production?
No, the AD660BN is an obsolete product and is no longer in active production).
- What are the typical applications of the AD660BN?
The AD660BN is used in industrial process control, instrumentation and test equipment, medical devices, robotics and automation, and audio and signal processing systems).
- How does the AD660BN ensure data integrity in multi-DAC systems?
The AD660BN uses double-buffered latches to eliminate data skew errors and allow simultaneous updating of DACs in multi-DAC systems).
- What is the architecture of the AD660BN?
The AD660BN uses an R-2R architecture).
