AD5253BRU50

Product Overview

Category

AD5253BRU50 belongs to the category of digital potentiometers.

Use

It is primarily used for electronic circuitry and systems where variable resistance is required.

Characteristics

• Digital control interface
• Non-volatile memory
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating voltage range

Package

AD5253BRU50 comes in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package.

Essence

The essence of AD5253BRU50 lies in its ability to provide precise and programmable resistance values in electronic circuits.

Packaging/Quantity

Each package of AD5253BRU50 contains one digital potentiometer.

Specifications

• Resolution: 256 steps
• Resistance Range: 0Ω to 50kΩ
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
• Interface: I2C-compatible

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. VDD: Power supply input
2. SDA: Serial data input/output
3. SCL: Serial clock input
4. GND: Ground connection
5. A0: Address selection bit 0
6. A1: Address selection bit 1
7. WP: Write protect input
8. VSS: Negative power supply input
9. RH: Terminal H of the resistor network
10. RL: Terminal L of the resistor network
11. VLOGIC: Logic power supply input

Functional Features

• Programmable resistance value
• Non-volatile memory for storing settings
• Incremental or decremental adjustment modes
• Software-controlled shutdown mode
• Multiple devices can be cascaded

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Precise and accurate resistance control
• Easy integration into electronic systems
• Low power consumption
• Non-volatile memory ensures settings are retained

Disadvantages

• Limited resistance range compared to traditional potentiometers
• Requires I2C-compatible interface for control

Working Principles

AD5253BRU50 utilizes a resistor network and digital control circuitry to provide variable resistance. The digital potentiometer can be programmed using an I2C-compatible interface, allowing precise adjustment of the resistance value. The non-volatile memory ensures that the programmed settings are retained even when power is disconnected.

Detailed Application Field Plans

AD5253BRU50 finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Audio equipment: Volume control circuits
2. Industrial automation: Variable resistance control in machinery
3. Test and measurement instruments: Calibration and fine-tuning
4. Communication systems: Signal attenuation and amplification
5. Automotive electronics: Sensor calibration and control

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. AD5241: 256-position digital potentiometer with a different resistance range
2. AD5263: 1024-position digital potentiometer with higher resolution
3. MCP4131: Digital potentiometer with similar specifications from a different manufacturer

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