MAX541:+5V, Serial-Input, Voltage-Output 16-Bit DACs

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

The MAX541/MAX542 are serial-input, voltage-output, 16-bit digital-to-analog converters (DACs) that operate from a single +5V supply. They provide 16-bit performance (±1LSB INL and DNL) over temperature without any adjustments. The DAC output is unbuffered, resulting in a low supply current of 0.3mA and a low offset error of 1LSB. The DAC output range is 0V to VREF. For bipolar operation, matched scaling resistors are provided in the MAX542 for use with an external precision op amp (such as the MAX400), generating a ±VREF output swing. The MAX542 also includes Kelvin-sense connections for the reference and analog ground pins to reduce layout sensitivity. A 16-bit serial word is used to load data into the DAC latch. The 10MHz, 3-wire serial interface is compatible with SPI™/QSPI™/MICROWIRE™, and it also interfaces directly with optocouplers for applications requiring isolation. A power-on reset circuit clears the DAC output to 0V (unipolar mode) when power is initially applied. The MAX541 is available in 8-pin plastic DIP and SO packages. The MAX542 is available in 14-pin plastic DIP and SO packages.

Key Features
  • Full 16-Bit Performance Without Adjustments
  • +5V Single-Supply Operation
  • Low Power: 1.5mW
  • 1µs Settling Time
  • Unbuffered Voltage Output Directly Drives 60-kilohm Loads
  • SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible Serial Interface
  • Power-On Reset Circuit Clears DAC Output to 0V (unipolar mode)
  • Schmitt Trigger Inputs for Direct Optocoupler Interface
MAX541, MAX542: Functional Block Diagram
MAX541, MAX542: Functional Block Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
  • Data Acquisition
  • High-Resolution Offset and Gain Adjustment
  • Industrial Process Controls
DataSheet
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MAX541-MAX542 Data SheetMAX541-MAX542.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
MAX541161Voltage- UnbufferedExt.1
2
4
Serial - SPI4.755.51.11PDIP(N)/8
SOIC(N)/8
-40 to +85$11.12 @1k
MAX542PDIP(N)/14
SOIC(N)/14
-55 to +125
-40 to +85
0 to +70
$10.02 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
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Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX541ACPANo Longer AvailableMAX541ACPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541ACPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541ACSANo Longer AvailableMAX541ACSA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541ACSA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541ACSA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541ACSA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX541ACSA+TN.SO;8 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX541AEPANo Longer AvailableMAX541AEPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX541AEPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX541AESANo Longer AvailableMAX541AESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX541AESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX541AESA+TActiveN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX541AESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX541AESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX541BC/DNo Longer AvailableDICE SALES,;NA pin;DICE;0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX541BCPANo Longer AvailableMAX541BCPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541BCPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541BCSANo Longer AvailableMAX541BCSA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541BCSA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541BCSA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541BCSA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX541BCSA+TSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541BEPANo Longer AvailableMAX541BEPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX541BEPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX541BESANo Longer AvailableMAX541BESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX541BESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX541BESA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX541BESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX541BESA+TN.SO;8 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX541CCPANo Longer AvailableMAX541CCPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541CCPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541CCSANo Longer AvailableMAX541CCSA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX541CCSA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX541CCSA+TActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX541CCSA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX541CCSA+TN.SO;8 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX541CEPANo Longer AvailableMAX541CEPA+PDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX541CEPA+ActivePDIP(N),;8 pin;81.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX541CESANo Longer AvailableMAX541CESA+SOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX541CESA+ActiveSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX541CESA-TNo Longer AvailableMAX541CESA+TSOIC(N),;8 pin;30.9 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
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