AD5326BRU

Product Overview

Category

AD5326BRU belongs to the category of digital-to-analog converters (DACs).

Use

The AD5326BRU is used to convert digital signals into analog voltages. It is commonly employed in various applications where precise analog voltage outputs are required.

Characteristics

• High resolution: The AD5326BRU offers a resolution of 12 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.
• Wide operating voltage range: The AD5326BRU can operate within a wide voltage range, providing flexibility in different applications.
• Fast settling time: With a fast settling time, this DAC ensures quick and accurate conversion of digital signals to analog voltages.

Package

The AD5326BRU comes in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package, which provides ease of integration into electronic systems.

Essence

The essence of the AD5326BRU lies in its ability to convert digital signals into precise analog voltages, enabling accurate control and manipulation of analog circuits.

Packaging/Quantity

The AD5326BRU is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Resolution: 12 bits
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Power Consumption: 0.5mW (typical)
• Settling Time: 10µs (typical)
• Output Voltage Range: 0V to VREF

Detailed Pin Configuration

The AD5326BRU has a total of 16 pins, each serving a specific function. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD: Power supply voltage input
2. GND: Ground reference
3. DIN: Serial data input
4. SCLK: Serial clock input
5. SYNC: Chip select input
6. LDAC: Load DAC input
7. VOUTA: Analog output channel A
8. VOUTB: Analog output channel B
9. VOUTC: Analog output channel C
10. VOUTD: Analog output channel D
11. VREF: Reference voltage input 12-16. NC: No connection

Functional Features

• Multiple channels: The AD5326BRU provides four independent analog output channels, allowing for simultaneous control of multiple signals.
• Serial interface: It utilizes a serial interface for easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems.
• Internal reference: The DAC incorporates an internal voltage reference, eliminating the need for an external reference source.
• Power-down mode: The AD5326BRU features a power-down mode to conserve energy when not in use.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High resolution enables precise analog voltage control.
• Low power consumption makes it suitable for portable devices.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in various applications.
• Fast settling time ensures accurate conversion of digital signals.

Disadvantages

• Limited number of output channels (four channels).
• Requires an external microcontroller or digital system for signal control.

Working Principles

The AD5326BRU operates by receiving digital input data through its serial interface. This digital data is then converted into corresponding analog voltages using an internal digital-to-analog conversion algorithm. The resulting analog voltages are available at the respective output channels.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The AD5326BRU finds application in various fields, including but not limited to: - Audio equipment: Precise analog voltage control for audio amplifiers and mixers. - Industrial automation: Control of analog actuators and sensors. - Test and measurement: Calibration of analog instruments. - Communication systems: Generation of analog signals for modulation.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. AD5324BRU: Similar to AD5326BRU, but with four output channels instead of six.
2. AD5328BRU: Similar to AD5326BRU, but with eight output channels instead of six.
3. AD5310BRU: A lower-resolution DAC with 10-bit resolution.

These alternative models provide options with varying channel counts and resolutions, allowing users to choose the most suitable DAC for their specific requirements.

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