MAX520 (10)
MAX520 is available from Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated at Xecor. Designed for digital-to-analog conversion, the MAX520 offers single +5V supply operation, a simple 2-wire serial interface, and rail-to-rail outputs. Available in a 16-SOIC package, it is ideal for digital gain and offset control, industrial process controls, and programmable attenuators. Whether used in general-purpose applications or industrial settings, this series ensures high performance, low power consumption, and flexibility for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated. Please view our extensive selection of the MAX520 series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAX520ACAP+T | Digital to Analog Converters - DAC Quad/Octal, 2-Wire Serial 8-Bit DACs with Rail-to-Rail Outputs | SSOP-20 | 9,579 | |
| MAX520ACAP+ | Digital to Analog Converters - DAC Quad/Octal, 2-Wire Serial 8-Bit DACs with Rail-to-Rail Outputs | SSOP-20 | 7,702 | |
| MAX520ACPE+ | Compact PDIP- package offers space-saving solution for PCB design constraints | PDIP-16 | 3,839 | |
| MAX520ACWE+T | Digital to Analog Converters - DAC Quad/Octal, 2-Wire Serial 8-Bit DACs with Rail-to-Rail Outputs | SOIC-16 | 5,348 | |
| MAX520ACWE+ | Quad/octal, wire serial interface for flexible system integration | SOIC-16 | 6,234 | |
| MAX520BCWE+T | Ideal for applications requiring rail-to-rail output | SOIC-16 | 5,730 | |
| MAX520AEWE+ | Precise bit analog-to-digital conversion for various applications | SOIC-16 | 2,529 | |
| MAX520BEAP+T | Rail-to-rail output ensures maximum signal integrity in harsh environments | SSOP-20 | 6,162 | |
| MAX520BEWE+ | Eight-bit resolution ensures accurate signal processin | SOIC-16 | 4,442 | |
| MAX520BEAP+ | MAX520BEAP+ - DAC 4-channel resistor-ladder 8-bit digital-to-analog converter in a 20-pin SSOP package | SSOP-20 | 7,180 |
Key Featrues
Single +5V Supply: The MAX520/MAX521 DACs operate from a single +5V power supply, simplifying power management and reducing the need for multiple voltage rails. This feature enhances efficiency and makes the device suitable for compact and low-power designs.
Simple 2-Wire Serial Interface: The DACs utilize a straightforward 2-wire serial interface, compatible with I²C, enabling easy communication with microcontrollers and other devices. This reduces wiring complexity and improves system integration, especially in multi-device setups.
Rail-to-Rail Outputs: The DACs offer rail-to-rail output swing, ensuring maximum utilization of the supply voltage range. This feature improves signal fidelity and dynamic range, making the device ideal for applications requiring precise voltage control.
Ultra-Low 4µA Supply Current: With an ultra-low supply current of 4µA, the MAX520 minimizes power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered or energy-efficient applications. This feature extends battery life and reduces operational costs.
Power-On Reset Functionality: The DACs include a power-on reset feature that clears all latches upon startup, ensuring predictable and reliable initial conditions. This enhances system stability and reduces the need for additional reset circuitry.
Simple 2-Wire Serial Interface: The DACs utilize a straightforward 2-wire serial interface, compatible with I²C, enabling easy communication with microcontrollers and other devices. This reduces wiring complexity and improves system integration, especially in multi-device setups.
Rail-to-Rail Outputs: The DACs offer rail-to-rail output swing, ensuring maximum utilization of the supply voltage range. This feature improves signal fidelity and dynamic range, making the device ideal for applications requiring precise voltage control.
Ultra-Low 4µA Supply Current: With an ultra-low supply current of 4µA, the MAX520 minimizes power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered or energy-efficient applications. This feature extends battery life and reduces operational costs.
Power-On Reset Functionality: The DACs include a power-on reset feature that clears all latches upon startup, ensuring predictable and reliable initial conditions. This enhances system stability and reduces the need for additional reset circuitry.
Applications
Digital Gain and Offset Control: The MAX520/MAX521 is perfect for applications requiring precise digital gain and offset control. Its 8-bit resolution and rail-to-rail output capability ensure accurate adjustments in systems such as audio amplifiers, signal conditioning circuits, and instrumentation, where fine-tuning of analog signals is critical.
Programmable Attenuators: With its quad/octal DAC configuration and 2-wire serial interface, the MAX520/MAX521 is well-suited for programmable attenuators in RF and communication systems. Its ability to provide precise voltage control allows for dynamic signal attenuation, making it ideal for applications in wireless communication, radar systems, and test equipment.
Industrial Process Controls: The MAX520/MAX521 excels in industrial process control systems, where accurate analog voltage outputs are required to control actuators, valves, and other process elements. Its robust design, low power consumption, and compatibility with industrial temperature ranges make it a reliable choice for automation and control applications.
General Purpose Analog Signal Generation: The MAX520/MAX521 is an excellent choice for general-purpose analog signal generation in prototyping, testing, and development environments. Its simple 2-wire serial interface and rail-to-rail output capability allow for easy integration into various systems, enabling the generation of precise analog signals for a wide range of applications, from audio synthesis to waveform generation.
Programmable Attenuators: With its quad/octal DAC configuration and 2-wire serial interface, the MAX520/MAX521 is well-suited for programmable attenuators in RF and communication systems. Its ability to provide precise voltage control allows for dynamic signal attenuation, making it ideal for applications in wireless communication, radar systems, and test equipment.
Industrial Process Controls: The MAX520/MAX521 excels in industrial process control systems, where accurate analog voltage outputs are required to control actuators, valves, and other process elements. Its robust design, low power consumption, and compatibility with industrial temperature ranges make it a reliable choice for automation and control applications.
General Purpose Analog Signal Generation: The MAX520/MAX521 is an excellent choice for general-purpose analog signal generation in prototyping, testing, and development environments. Its simple 2-wire serial interface and rail-to-rail output capability allow for easy integration into various systems, enabling the generation of precise analog signals for a wide range of applications, from audio synthesis to waveform generation.
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