MAX532 (12)
The MAX532 is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for dual, serial-input, 12-bit multiplying digital-to-analog conversion (MDAC), the MAX532 offers fast 6MHz 3-wire interface compatibility with SPI, QSPI, and Microwire, ±12V output swing, and 2.5µs settling time to ±1/2LSB. Available in 16-pin DIP and wide SO packages, it is ideal for arbitrary waveform generation, automatic test equipment, motion control systems, programmable-gain amplifiers, and servo controls. Whether used in industrial automation, test and measurement, or precision control applications, this series ensures high performance, low integral nonlinearity, and guaranteed monotonicity over temperature for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the MAX532 series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAX532BCWE+ | Dual-channel digital-to-analog converter | SOIC-16 | 8,928 | |
| MAX532BCPE | High-resolution audio processing option for electronic devices | PDIP-16 | 3,826 | |
| MAX532ACWE+ | Plastic SO-16 package D/A converter with 2 functions and 0.300 inch width | SOIC-16 | 2,561 | |
| MAX532BCPE+ | High-resolution audio processing option for electronic devices | 16-DIP | 8,762 | |
| MAX532ACWE+T | Compact SOIC-16-300mil package for easy integration | SOIC-16 | 2,595 | |
| MAX532ACPE+ | High-resolution data conversion for precision analog outpu | PDIP-16 | 4,398 | |
| MAX532AEWE+T | Digital to Analog Converters - DAC Dual, Serial Input, Voltage-Output, Multiplying, 12-Bit DAC | SOIC-16 | 6,840 | |
| MAX532AEWE+ | 12-bit resolution for precise analog signal output | SOIC-16 | 2,741 | |
| MAX532AEPE+ | Digital to Analog Converters - DAC Dual, Serial Input, Voltage-Output, Multiplying, 12-Bit DAC | PDIP-16 | 7,046 | |
| MAX532BEPE+ | Experience precision voltage output with MAX532BEPE+ | PDIP-16 | 6,888 | |
| MAX532BCWE+T | Experience improved functionality with this 16.5V SOIC-16W device | SOIC-16 | 6,119 | |
| MAX532BEWE+T | Digital to Analog Converters - DAC Dual, Serial Input, Voltage-Output, Multiplying, 12-Bit DAC | SOIC-16 | 6,086 |
Key Featrues
Dual 12-Bit MDACs with Output Amplifiers: The MAX532 integrates two 12-bit multiplying digital-to-analog converters (MDACs) with output amplifiers, eliminating the need for external components. This integration enhances performance by reducing board space and simplifying design, making it ideal for applications requiring dual-channel precision, such as arbitrary waveform generation and motion control systems.
Fast 6MHz 3-Wire Interface: The device features a high-speed 3-wire serial interface compatible with SPI, QSPI, and Microwire protocols. This minimizes pin count and optimizes board space while ensuring efficient data transfer, enabling quick updates and improved system responsiveness in applications like programmable-gain amplifiers and servo controls.
±12V Output Swing and ±10mA Output Current: With a wide output voltage range and high output current capability, the MAX532 can drive demanding loads directly. This feature enhances its versatility in applications requiring robust signal generation, such as automatic test equipment and industrial control systems.
2.5µs Settling Time to ±1/2LSB: The fast settling time ensures rapid and accurate output stabilization, which is critical for high-speed applications. This feature improves system efficiency and precision in time-sensitive tasks like waveform generation and real-time control systems.
Power-On Reset and Guaranteed Monotonicity: The built-in power-on reset ensures reliable startup, while guaranteed monotonicity over temperature ensures consistent performance across varying conditions. These features enhance reliability and accuracy in critical applications, such as precision instrumentation and servo control systems.
Fast 6MHz 3-Wire Interface: The device features a high-speed 3-wire serial interface compatible with SPI, QSPI, and Microwire protocols. This minimizes pin count and optimizes board space while ensuring efficient data transfer, enabling quick updates and improved system responsiveness in applications like programmable-gain amplifiers and servo controls.
±12V Output Swing and ±10mA Output Current: With a wide output voltage range and high output current capability, the MAX532 can drive demanding loads directly. This feature enhances its versatility in applications requiring robust signal generation, such as automatic test equipment and industrial control systems.
2.5µs Settling Time to ±1/2LSB: The fast settling time ensures rapid and accurate output stabilization, which is critical for high-speed applications. This feature improves system efficiency and precision in time-sensitive tasks like waveform generation and real-time control systems.
Power-On Reset and Guaranteed Monotonicity: The built-in power-on reset ensures reliable startup, while guaranteed monotonicity over temperature ensures consistent performance across varying conditions. These features enhance reliability and accuracy in critical applications, such as precision instrumentation and servo control systems.
Applications
Arbitrary Waveform Generation (AWG): The MAX532 is perfect for generating precise arbitrary waveforms in signal generation systems. Its dual 12-bit DACs and fast 6MHz 3-wire interface ensure high-resolution and rapid signal updates, making it ideal for applications in test and measurement equipment, audio synthesis, and communication systems.
Motion Control Systems: The MAX532 excels in motion control applications, providing accurate analog voltage outputs to drive motors and actuators. With its ±12V output swing and 2.5µs settling time, it ensures smooth and precise control in robotics, CNC machines, and automated manufacturing systems.
Programmable-Gain Amplifiers: The MAX532 is well-suited for programmable-gain amplifier circuits, where its dual DACs can be used to dynamically adjust gain settings. Its low integral nonlinearity (±1/2LSB max) and low gain tempco (2ppm/°C) ensure stable and accurate amplification in instrumentation and sensor signal conditioning.
Servo Controls: The MAX532 is ideal for servo control systems, offering precise analog voltage outputs to control servo motors. Its fast settling time and guaranteed monotonicity over temperature ensure reliable and accurate positioning in applications such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial automation.
Motion Control Systems: The MAX532 excels in motion control applications, providing accurate analog voltage outputs to drive motors and actuators. With its ±12V output swing and 2.5µs settling time, it ensures smooth and precise control in robotics, CNC machines, and automated manufacturing systems.
Programmable-Gain Amplifiers: The MAX532 is well-suited for programmable-gain amplifier circuits, where its dual DACs can be used to dynamically adjust gain settings. Its low integral nonlinearity (±1/2LSB max) and low gain tempco (2ppm/°C) ensure stable and accurate amplification in instrumentation and sensor signal conditioning.
Servo Controls: The MAX532 is ideal for servo control systems, offering precise analog voltage outputs to control servo motors. Its fast settling time and guaranteed monotonicity over temperature ensure reliable and accurate positioning in applications such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial automation.
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