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MCP4728A5-E/UN

MCP4728

Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)

The MCP4728A5-E/UN is a digital-to-analog converter (dac) from Microchip Technology. MCP4728. View the full MCP4728A5-E/UN datasheet below including electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Category

ADC / DAC

Overview

Part: MCP4728

Type: 12-Bit, Quad Digital-to-Analog Converter

Description: The MCP4728 is a quad, 12-bit voltage output Digital-to-Analog Converter with nonvolatile EEPROM memory, I2C interface supporting up to 3.4 Mbps, and single 2.7V to 5.5V supply operation.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
  • Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C
  • Output voltage range: 0.000V to 2.048V (Internal VREF, Gain=1), 0.000V to 4.096V (Internal VREF, Gain=2), 0.000V to VDD (External VREF)
  • I2C clock frequency: Up to 3.4 MHz

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage: 6.5V
  • Max continuous current: ±25 mA (at Output Pins)
  • Max junction/storage temperature: +150°C

Key Specs:

  • Resolution: 12 Bits
  • Differential Nonlinearity (DNL): ±0.2 LSB (typical)
  • Output Voltage Settling Time: 6 μs (typical)
  • Internal Voltage Reference (VREF): 2.048 V (typical)
  • Supply Current (all 4 channels normal mode, VDD=5.5V): 800 μA (typical), 1400 μA (max)
  • EEPROM Write Time: 25 ms (typical), 50 ms (max)
  • Short Circuit Current: 15 mA (typical), 24 mA (max)
  • DC Output Impedance (Normal mode): 1 Ω (typical)

Features:

  • 12-Bit Voltage Output DAC with Four Buffered Outputs
  • On-Board Nonvolatile Memory (EEPROM) for DAC Codes and I2C Address Bits
  • Internal or External Voltage Reference Selection
  • Output Voltage Range: 0.000V to 2.048V (Int VREF, Gain=1), 0.000V to 4.096V (Int VREF, Gain=2), 0.000V to VDD (Ext VREF)
  • ±0.2 Least Significant Bit (LSB) Differential Nonlinearity (DNL) (typical)
  • Fast Settling Time: 6 μs (typical)
  • Normal or Power-Down Mode
  • Low Power Consumption
  • Single-Supply Operation: 2.7V to 5.5V
  • I2C Interface: Standard (100 kbps), Fast (400 kbps) and High Speed (HS) Mode (3.4 Mbps)
  • 10-Lead MSOP Package
  • Extended Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Applications:

  • Set Point or Offset Adjustment
  • Sensor Calibration
  • Closed-Loop Servo Control
  • Low Power Portable Instrumentation
  • PC Peripherals
  • Programmable Voltage and Current Source
  • Industrial Process Control
  • Instrumentation
  • Bias Voltage Adjustment for Power Amplifiers

Package:

  • 10-Lead MSOP Package

Features

  • 12-Bit Voltage Output DAC with Four Buffered Outputs
  • On-Board Nonvolatile Memory (EEPROM) for DAC Codes and I2C Address Bits
  • Internal or External Voltage Reference Selection
  • Output Voltage Range:
    • Using Internal VREF (2.048V): 0.000V to 2.048V with Gain Setting = 1 0.000V to 4.096V with Gain Setting = 2
    • Using External VREF (VDD): 0.000V to VDD
  • ±0.2 Least Significant Bit (LSB) Differential Nonlinearity (DNL) (typical)
  • Fast Settling Time: 6 μs (typical)
  • · Normal or Power-Down Mode
  • Low Power Consumption
  • Single-Supply Operation: 2.7V to 5.5V
  • I2C Interface:
    • Address bits: User Programmable to EEPROM
    • Standard (100 kbps), Fast (400 kbps) and High Speed (HS) Mode (3.4 Mbps)
  • 10-Lead MSOP Package
  • Extended Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Applications

  • · Set Point or Offset Adjustment
  • Sensor Calibration
  • Closed-Loop Servo Control
  • Low Power Portable Instrumentation
  • PC Peripherals
  • Programmable Voltage and Current Source
  • Industrial Process Control
  • Instrumentation
  • · Bias Voltage Adjustment for Power Amplifiers

Pin Configuration

The descriptions of the pins are listed in Table 3-1.

TABLE 3-1: PIN FUNCTION TABLE

Pin No.NamePin TypeFunction
1VDDPSupply Voltage
2SCLOII²C Serial Clock Input (Note 1)
3SDAOI/OOI²C Serial Data Input and Output (Note 1)
4LDACSTThis pin is used for two purposes:
(a) Synchronization Input. It is used to transfer the contents of the DAC input registers to the output registers (VOUT).
(b) Select the device for reading and writing I²C address bits. (Note 2)
5RDY/BSYOOThis pin is a status indicator of EEPROM programming activity. An external pull-up resistor (about 100 kΩ) is needed from RDY/BSY pin to VDD line. (Note 1)
6VOUT AAOBuffered analog voltage output of channel A. The output amplifier has rail-to-rail operation.
7VOUT BAOBuffered analog voltage output of channel B. The output amplifier has rail-to-rail operation.
8VOUT CAOBuffered analog voltage output of channel C. The output amplifier has rail-to-rail operation.
9VOUT DAOBuffered analog voltage output of channel D. The output amplifier has rail-to-rail operation.
10VSSPGround reference.

Legend: P = Power, OI = Open-Drain Input, OO = Open-Drain Output, ST = Schmitt Trigger Input Buffer, AO = Analog Output

Note 1: This pin needs an external pull-up resistor from VDD line. Leave this pin float if it is not used.

2: This pin can be driven by MCU.

Electrical Characteristics

Absolute Maximum Ratings†

VDD6.5V
All inputs and outputs w.r.t VSS
Current at Input Pins±2 mA
0.3V to VDD+0.3V
Current at Supply Pins ±110 mA
Current at Output Pins±25 mA
Storage Temperature65°C to +150°C
Ambient Temp. with Power Applied55°C to +125°C
ESD protection on all pins ≥ 4 kV HBM, ≥ 400V MM
Maximum Junction Temperature (TJ)+150°C

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Electrical Specifications: Unless otherwise indicated, all parameters apply at VDD = +2.7V to 5.5V, VSS = 0V, RL =5kΩ, CL = 100 pF, GX = 1, TA = -40°C to +125°C. Typical values are at +25°C, VIH = VDD, VIL = VSS.

ParameterSymbolMinTypicalMaxUnitsConditions
Power Requirements
Operating VoltageVDD2.75.5V
Supply Current with
External Reference
(VREF = VDD)
(Note 1)
IDD_EXT8001400μAVREF
= VDD, VDD
= 5.5V
All 4 channels are in Normal mode.
600μA3 channels are in Normal mode,
1 channel is powered down.
400μA2 channels are in Normal mode,
2 channels are powered down.
200μA1 channel is in Normal mode,
3 channels are powered down.
Power-Down Current with
External Reference
IPD_EXT40nAAll 4 channels are powered down.
(VREF
= VDD)
Supply Current with
Internal Reference
(VREF = Internal)
(Note 1)
IDD_INT8001400μAVREF
= Internal Reference
VDD
= 5.5V
All 4 channels are in normal mode.
600μA3 channels are in Normal mode,
1 channel is powered down.
400μA2 channels are in Normal mode,
2 channels are powered down.
200μA1 channel is in Normal mode,
3 channels are powered down.
Power-Down Current with
Internal Reference
IPD_INT4560μAAll 4 channels are powered down.
VREF
= Internal Reference
  • Note 1: All digital input pins (SDA, SCL, LDAC) are tied to "High", Output pins are unloaded, code = 0 x 000.
    • 2: The power-up ramp rate measures the rise of VDD over time.
    • 3: This parameter is ensured by design and not 100% tested.
    • 4: This parameter is ensured by characterization and not 100% tested.
    • 5: Test code range: 100 4000 codes, VREF = VDD, VDD = 5.5V.
    • 6: Time delay to settle to a new reference when switching from external to internal reference or vice versa.
    • 7: This parameter is indirectly tested by Offset and Gain error testing.
    • 8: Within 1/2 LSB of the final value when code changes from 1/4 of to 3/4 of full scale.
    • 9: This time delay is measured from the falling edge of ACK pulse in I2C command to the beginning of VOUT. This time delay is not included in the output settling time specification.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

VDD6.5V
All inputs and outputs w.r.t VSS
Current at Input Pins±2 mA
0.3V to VDD+0.3V
Current at Supply Pins ±110 mA
Current at Output Pins±25 mA
Storage Temperature65°C to +150°C
Ambient Temp. with Power Applied55°C to +125°C
ESD protection on all pins ≥ 4 kV HBM, ≥ 400V MM
Maximum Junction Temperature (TJ)+150°C

Typical Application

The MCP4728 device is a part of Microchip's latest DAC family with nonvolatile EEPROM memory. The device is a general purpose resistor string DAC intended to be used in applications where a precise and low power DAC, with moderate bandwidth, is required.

Since the device includes nonvolatile EEPROM memory, the user can use this device for applications that require the output to return to the previous set-up value on subsequent power-ups.

Applications generally suited for the MCP4728 device family include:

  • Set Point or Offset Trimming
  • Sensor Calibration
  • Portable Instrumentation (Battery Powered)
  • Motor Speed Control

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