Overview
The DAC8420FSZ-REEL, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a quad 12-bit voltage-output Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) with a serial digital interface. This monolithic device utilizes BiCMOS technology, offering high circuit density and low power consumption. It is available in a 16-lead SOIC package and is designed for a wide range of applications requiring precise analog voltage outputs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Bits | 12 | |
| Number of DACs | 4 | |
| Package Type | SOIC-16 | |
| Supply Voltage Range | +5 V to ±15 V | V |
| Reference Voltage Range | +2.5 V to ±10 V | V |
| Output Voltage Range | -2.5 V to +2.5 V | V |
| Power Dissipation (max) | 35 mW (@ +5 V), 255 mW (@ ±15 V) | mW |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C | °C |
| Settling Time (nom) | 8 µs | µs |
| Input Format | Serial | |
| Linearity Error (max) | 0.0977% | % |
Key Features
- Guaranteed monotonic over temperature
- Excellent matching between DACs
- Unipolar or bipolar operation
- Buffered voltage outputs
- High-speed serial digital interface
- Reset-to-zero scale or midscale
- Wide supply range: +5 V only to ±15 V
- Low power consumption: 35 mW (max) at +5 V, 255 mW (max) at ±15 V
- User-programmable reset control CLR
- Easy interface to microprocessor serial ports
Applications
The DAC8420FSZ-REEL is suitable for various applications requiring precise and flexible analog voltage outputs. These include:
- Industrial control systems
- Automotive systems
- Medical devices
- Aerospace and defense systems
- Test and measurement equipment
- Audio and video equipment
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The DAC8420FSZ-REEL has a resolution of 12 bits.
- How many DACs are included in the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The DAC8420FSZ-REEL includes four DACs.
- What is the package type of the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The DAC8420FSZ-REEL is available in a 16-lead SOIC package.
- What is the supply voltage range for the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The supply voltage range is from +5 V to ±15 V.
- What is the reference voltage range for the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The reference voltage range is from +2.5 V to ±10 V.
- What is the output voltage range of the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The output voltage range is from -2.5 V to +2.5 V.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The maximum power dissipation is 35 mW at +5 V and 255 mW at ±15 V.
- What is the operating temperature range for the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C.
- What is the settling time of the DAC8420FSZ-REEL?
The settling time is nominally 8 µs.
- How does the DAC8420FSZ-REEL interface with microprocessors?
The DAC8420FSZ-REEL has a high-speed serial digital interface that is easily interfaced to microprocessor serial ports.
