MAX5500AGAP+T

Digital To Analog Converters Overview

The MAX5500AGAP+T is a quad, 12-bit voltage-output digital-to-analog converter (DAC) with integrated precision output amplifiers in a 20-pin SSOP package. It operates from a single +3V to +3.6V supply and features a 3-wire serial interface compatible with SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE standards. The device includes four DACs sharing two reference inputs (REFAB, REFCD), software shutdown reducing current to 10µA, and an active-low reset clearing registers to zero. Integral nonlinearity is ±0.75 LSB, with settling times of 12µs at 5V or 16µs at 3V.

Digital To Analog Converters Feature Summary

• Integrates four 12-bit DACs with configurable external feedback for gain adjustment
• Supports simultaneous or independent control via a 3-wire serial interface
• Features low-power operation with software shutdown and hardware lockout capabilities
• Includes user-programmable logic output and serial data readback functionality

Digital To Analog Converters Applications

• Industrial process control systems
• Automatic test equipment
• Microprocessor-controlled motion control
• Digital offset and gain adjustment circuits

Digital To Analog Converters Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix AGAP+ indicates the lead-free/RoHS-compliant 20-SSOP package variant. Confirm the +3V supply requirement aligns with system power rails, as the MAX5500 variant requires +5V. Ensure the ordering code matches the exact INL specification of ±0.75 LSB required for the application accuracy needs.

Digital To Analog Converters Selection Notes

Select this component when a quad-channel, low-power DAC with a single +3V supply is required. The MAX5501 series is designed for 3V operation, whereas the MAX5500 requires 5V. Verify that the ±0.75 LSB INL meets system precision requirements. Consider the external feedback pin accessibility if variable gain configurations are necessary for signal conditioning.

Digital To Analog Converters Part Context

This part belongs to the MAX5500/MAX5501 family of low-power, quad, 12-bit voltage-output DACs. The MAX5501 variants operate from a single +3V supply, while MAX5500 variants require +5V. The 'A' grade denotes tighter integral nonlinearity specifications compared to the 'B' grade. All devices share identical pinouts and serial interface protocols within the family.

Digital To Analog Converters Replacement Considerations

MAX5500AGAP+ serves as the +5V equivalent within the same package and feature set. MAX5501BGAP+ offers the same 3V operation but with relaxed ±2 LSB INL specifications. Cross-referencing should verify supply voltage compatibility and linearity requirements before substitution.