Overview
The DAC8830IDR, produced by Texas Instruments, is a single, 16-bit, serial-input, voltage-output digital-to-analog converter (DAC). This device operates on a single supply voltage ranging from 2.7 V to 5.5 V, making it suitable for a variety of applications requiring precise analog output from digital signals. The DAC8830IDR is part of the DAC8830 series, which is known for its ultra-low power consumption and high resolution, making it ideal for portable equipment, automatic test equipment, industrial process control, data acquisition systems, and optical networking.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Max | Unit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 16 bits | - | - | - |
| Linearity Error | ±0.5 | ±1 | ±4 | LSB |
| Differential Linearity Error | ±0.5 | ±1 | ±5 | LSB |
| Gain Error | ±0.25 | ±1 | ±7 | LSB |
| Zero Code Error | ±0.05 | ±2 | - | LSB |
| Output Impedance | - | - | 6.25 kΩ | - |
| Settling Time | - | - | 1 μs | - |
| Slew Rate | - | - | 25 V/μs | - |
| Power-Supply Voltage | 2.7 V | - | 5.5 V | - |
| Power-Supply Current | - | - | 20 μA | - |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C | - | +85°C | - |
Key Features
- Ultra-Low Power Consumption: The DAC8830IDR consumes very low power, typically 5 μA, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
- High Resolution: 16-bit resolution provides high precision in the analog output.
- Single-Supply Operation: Operates on a single supply voltage from 2.7 V to 5.5 V.
- Serial Interface: Uses an SPI-compatible serial interface for data input.
- Power-On Reset: Ensures the DAC output is at a known state (zero code) upon power-up.
- Unipolar Output: The DAC8830IDR provides a unipolar output ranging from 0 V to +VREF.
- Compact Packaging: Available in an SO-8 package.
Applications
- Portable Equipment: Ideal for handheld devices and other portable applications due to its low power consumption.
- Automatic Test Equipment: Used in test and measurement equipment for precise analog signal generation.
- Industrial Process Control: Suitable for industrial control systems requiring accurate analog outputs.
- Data Acquisition Systems: Used in data acquisition systems to convert digital data into precise analog signals.
- Optical Networking: Applied in optical networking equipment for signal generation and control.
Q & A
- What is the resolution of the DAC8830IDR?
The DAC8830IDR has a 16-bit resolution.
- What is the operating voltage range of the DAC8830IDR?
The DAC8830IDR operates on a single supply voltage ranging from 2.7 V to 5.5 V.
- What type of output does the DAC8830IDR provide?
The DAC8830IDR provides a unipolar output ranging from 0 V to +VREF.
- How does the DAC8830IDR handle power-on reset?
The DAC8830IDR has a power-on reset function that ensures the output is at a known state (zero code) upon power-up.
- What is the typical power consumption of the DAC8830IDR?
The DAC8830IDR typically consumes 5 μA of power.
- What type of interface does the DAC8830IDR use for data input?
The DAC8830IDR uses an SPI-compatible serial interface for data input.
- What is the settling time of the DAC8830IDR?
The settling time of the DAC8830IDR is 1 μs to 1/2 LSB of full scale.
- What is the slew rate of the DAC8830IDR?
The slew rate of the DAC8830IDR is 25 V/μs.
- What are the common applications of the DAC8830IDR?
The DAC8830IDR is commonly used in portable equipment, automatic test equipment, industrial process control, data acquisition systems, and optical networking.
- In what package is the DAC8830IDR available?
The DAC8830IDR is available in an SO-8 package.
