MAX517:2-Wire, Serial, 8-Bit DACs with Rail-to-Rail Outputs

Dual, Serial, Voltage-Output DAC in a SO Package

The MAX517/MAX518/MAX519 are 8-bit voltage output digital-to-analog converters (DACs) with a simple 2-wire serial interface that allows communication between multiple devices. They operate from a single 5V supply and their internal precision buffers allow the DAC outputs to swing rail-to-rail. The MAX517 is a single DAC and the MAX518/MAX519 are dual DACs. The MAX518 uses the supply voltage as the reference for both DACs. The MAX517 has a reference input for its single DAC and each of the MAX519's two DACs has its own reference input. The MAX517/MAX518/MAX519 feature a serial interface and internal software protocol, allowing communication at data rates up to 400kbps. The interface, combined with the double-buffered input configuration, allows the DAC registers of the dual devices to be updated individually or simultaneously. In addition, the devices can be put into a low-power shutdown mode that reduces supply current to 4µA. Power-on reset ensures the DAC outputs are at 0V when power is initially applied. The MAX517/MAX518 are available in space-saving 8-pin DIP and SO packages. The MAX519 comes in 16-pin DIP and SO packages.

Key Features
  • Single +5V Supply
  • Simple 2-Wire Serial Interface
  • I²C Compatible
  • Output Buffer Amplifiers Swing Rail-to-Rail
  • Space-Saving 8-pin DIP/SO Packages (MAX517/MAX518)
  • Reference Input Range Includes Both Supply Rails (MAX517/MAX519)
  • Power-On Reset Clears All Latches
  • 4µA Power-Down Mode
MAX517, MAX518, MAX519: Functional Diagram
MAX517, MAX518, MAX519: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
  • Digital Gain and Offset Control
  • Industrial Process Controls
  • Minimum Component Analog Systems
  • Programmable Attenuators
DataSheet
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MAX517-MAX519 Data SheetMAX517-MAX519.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberResolution
(bits)
ChannelsOutput TypeReferenceINL
(±LSB)
InterfaceSupply Range
(V)
Supply Range
(V)
ICC
(mA)
Settling Time
(µs)
Package/PinsOper. Temp.
(°C)
Budgetary
Price
maxminmaxmaxtypSee Notes
MAX51781Voltage- BufferedExt.1
1.5
Serial - I2C4.55.53.56CDIP(N)/8
PDIP(N)/8
SOIC(N)/8
-55 to +125
-40 to +85
0 to +70
$2.90 @1k
MAX51826CDIP(N)/8
PDIP(N)/8
SOIC(N)/8
$3.01 @1k
MAX51926CDIP(N)/16
PDIP(N)/16
SOIC(N)/16
$3.01 @1k
Quality and Environmental Data
Related Products
  • MAX548A:+2.5V to +5.5V, Low-Power, Single/Dual, 8-Bit Voltage-Output DACs in µMAX Package
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Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX517ACPANo Longer AvailableMAX517ACPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX517ACPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX517ACSANo Longer AvailableMAX517ACSA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX517ACSA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX517ACSA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX517ACSA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX517ACSA+TN.SO;8 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX517AEPANo Longer AvailableMAX517AEPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX517AEPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX517AESANo Longer AvailableMAX517AESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX517AESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX517AESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX517AESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX517AESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX517BC/DNo Longer AvailableDICE;0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX517BCPANo Longer AvailableMAX517BCPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX517BCPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX517BCSANo Longer AvailableMAX517BCSA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX517BCSA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX517BCSA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX517BCSA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX517BCSA+TSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX517BEPANo Longer AvailableMAX517BEPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX517BEPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX517BESANo Longer AvailableMAX517BESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX517BESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX517BESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX517BESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX517BESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX517BMJANo Longer AvailableCDIP(N),;8 pin;82.6 mm²-55°C to +125°CNo
MAX517-MAX519.pdf MAX519
MAX517.pdf MAX517
MAX517-MAX519.pdf MAX519