MAX5128:128-Tap, Nonvolatile, Linear-Taper Digital Potentiometer in 2mm x 2mm µDFN Package

The MAX5128 nonvolatile, single, linear-taper, digital potentiometer performs the function of a mechanical potentiometer, but replaces the mechanics with a simple 2-wire digital interface. The MAX5128 performs the same function as a discrete potentiometer or variable resistor and features 128 taps and 22kΩ end-to-end resistance. The MAX5128 also features an ultra-small, 2mm x 2mm µDFN package and low 0.5µA (typ) standby supply current, making this device ideal for portable applications. The MAX5128 operates from a +2.7V to +5.25V power supply. An integrated nonvolatile memory recalls the programmed wiper position of the digital potentiometer. A simple 2-wire up/down interface programs the wiper position. The digital potentiometer provides a low 5ppm/°C ratiometric temperature coefficient and is specified over the extended -40°C to +85°C temperature range.

Key Features
  • Ultra-Small, 2mm x 2mm, 8-Pin µDFN Package
  • Power-On Recall of Wiper Position from Nonvolatile Memory
  • 22kΩ End-to-End Resistance
  • 128 Tap Positions
  • 5ppm/°C Ratiometric Temperature Coefficient
  • 1.5µA (max) Standby Supply Current
  • +2.7V to +5.25V Single Supply Operation
  • 80,000 Wiper Store Cycles
  • 50-Year Wiper Data Retention
MAX5128: Functional Diagram
MAX5128: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Backlight Adjustment
  • Bias Setting for Radios
  • Fiber-Module Bias Setting
  • LED Bias Adjustment
  • Portable Consumer Electronics
  • Power-Supply Modules
  • VCOM Adjustment for LCD Panels
DataSheet
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MAX5128 Data SheetMAX5128.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberTaperPOTsControl InterfaceWiper MemoryStepsREND-TO-END
(kΩ)
Res. Tol.
(%)
Temp. Coeff.
(ppm/°C)
Wiper Resistance
(Ω)
ICC @5V
(µA)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
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MAX5128Linear1Up/DownNon-Volatile1282225506001.5µDFN/8$0.85 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX5128ELA+ActiveµDFN,;8 pin;4.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX5128ELA+TActiveµDFN,;8 pin;4.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX5128ELA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX5128ELA+TµDFN,;8 pin;4.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
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