DAC8162SDGSR

Product Overview

Category: Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)

Use: The DAC8162SDGSR is a high-performance, 16-bit digital-to-analog converter designed for various applications that require precise analog output generation. It is commonly used in industrial automation, test and measurement equipment, audio systems, and communication devices.

Characteristics: - High resolution: The DAC8162SDGSR provides a resolution of 16 bits, allowing for fine-grained control over the analog output. - Low power consumption: This DAC operates at low power levels, making it suitable for battery-powered devices or energy-efficient applications. - Fast settling time: With a fast settling time of less than 10 microseconds, the DAC8162SDGSR can quickly respond to changes in the digital input, ensuring accurate and timely analog output. - Wide voltage range: It supports a wide voltage range, enabling compatibility with different power supply levels. - Small package size: The DAC8162SDGSR comes in a small form factor package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs.

Package and Quantity: The DAC8162SDGSR is available in a compact VQFN-16 package. Each package contains one unit of the DAC8162SDGSR.

Specifications

• Resolution: 16 bits
• Number of Channels: 2
• Output Type: Voltage
• Supply Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +105°C
• Interface: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
• DNL (Differential Non-Linearity): ±0.5 LSB (typical)
• INL (Integral Non-Linearity): ±1 LSB (typical)
• Power Consumption: 0.6mW (typical)

Pin Configuration

The DAC8162SDGSR features a 16-pin VQFN package with the following pin configuration:

1. VDD: Power supply voltage
2. GND: Ground
3. DIN: Serial data input
4. SCLK: Serial clock input
5. SYNC: Chip select input
6. AGND: Analog ground
7. OUTA: Analog output A
8. OUTB: Analog output B
9. REF: Reference voltage input
10. VREF: Reference voltage output
11. LDAC: Load DAC input
12. CLR: Clear input
13. A0: Address bit 0
14. A1: Address bit 1
15. A2: Address bit 2
16. VDD: Power supply voltage

Functional Features

• Dual-channel operation: The DAC8162SDGSR provides two independent channels, allowing simultaneous generation of two analog outputs.
• Internal reference: It includes an internal reference voltage source, eliminating the need for an external reference.
• Power-on reset: The DAC automatically performs a power-on reset, ensuring reliable and consistent operation upon power-up.
• Daisy-chain mode: Multiple DAC8162SDGSR devices can be daisy-chained together using the SYNC pin, simplifying system integration.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High resolution and accuracy - Low power consumption - Fast settling time - Wide voltage range - Compact package size

Disadvantages: - Limited number of channels (2 channels)

Working Principles

The DAC8162SDGSR operates by converting digital input data into corresponding analog output voltages. It utilizes an internal digital-to-analog conversion technique to accurately reproduce the desired analog signal. The digital input data is provided through the serial interface, and the DAC converts it into analog voltages based on the specified resolution and reference voltage.

Application Field Plans

The DAC8162SDGSR finds applications in various fields, including: 1. Industrial Automation: Precise control of analog outputs in industrial control systems. 2. Test and Measurement Equipment: Generating accurate analog signals for testing and measurement purposes. 3. Audio Systems: Producing high-quality audio signals in audio equipment and musical instruments. 4. Communication Devices: Generating analog signals for modulation and demodulation processes in communication systems.

Alternative Models

• DAC8562SDGSR
• DAC714SGUR
• DAC8830ICDR

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be considered as alternatives to the DAC8162SDGSR.

In conclusion, the DAC8162SDGSR is a high-performance 16-bit digital-to-analog converter with dual-channel operation, low power consumption, and fast settling time. It finds applications in various fields such as industrial automation, test and measurement equipment, audio systems, and communication devices.