AD7237 Dual 12-Bit Complete DAC with Double Buffered Byte Loading

The AD7237A/AD7247A is an enhanced version of the industry standard AD7237/AD7247. Improvements include operation from 12 V to 15 V supplies, faster interface times and better reference variations with VDD . Additional features include faster settling times.

The AD7237A/AD7247A is a complete, dual, 12-bit, voltage output digital-to-analog converter with output amplifiers and Zener voltage reference on a monolithic CMOS chip. No external user trims are required to achieve full specified performance.

Both parts are microprocessor compatible, with high speed data latches and interface logic. The AD7247A accepts 12-bit parallel data which is loaded into the respective DAC latch using the WR input and a separate Chip Select input for each DAC. The AD7237A has a double buffered interface structure and an 8-bit wide data bus with data loaded to the respective input latch in two write operations. An asynchronous LDAC signal on the AD7237A updates the DAC latches and analog outputs.

A REF OUT/REF IN function is provided which allows either the on-chip 5 V reference or an external reference to be used as a reference voltage for the part. For single supply operation, two output ranges of 0 V to +5 V and 0 V to +10 V are available, while these two ranges plus an additional ±5 V range are available with dual supplies. The output amplifiers are capable of developing +10 V across a 2 k(ohm) load to GND.

The AD7237A/AD7247A is fabricated in Linear Compatible CMOS (LC2 MOS), an advanced, mixed technology process that combines precision bipolar circuits with low power CMOS logic. Both parts are available in a 24-pin, 0.3" wide plastic and hermetic dual-in-line package (DIP) and are also packaged in a 24-lead small outline (SOIC) package.

Features and Benefits
  • Complete Dual 12-Bit DAC Comprising
    Two 12-Bit CMOS DACs
    On-Chip Voltage Reference
    Output Amplifiers
    Reference Buffer Amplifiers
  • Parallel Loading Structure: AD7247
  • (8 + 4) Loading Structure: AD7237
  • Single or Dual Supply Operation
  • Low Power - 165 mW typ in Single Supply
Digital to Analog Converters
Data Sheets
Documentnote
AD7237A/AD7247A: Dual 12-Bit DACPORTs Data Sheet (Rev. 0)PDF 392 kB
AD7237/AD7247: LC2MOS Dual 12-Bit DACPORT Scanned Data Sheet (Rev. A)PDF 1201 kB
Application Notes
Documentnote
AN-225: 12-Bit Voltage-Output DACs for Single-Supply 5V and 12V SystemsPDF 237 kB
Order Information
Part NumberPackagePacking QtyTemp RangePrice 100-499Price 1000+RoHS
AD7237AAN Production24 ld PDIPOTH 15-40 to 85C00N
AD7237AAR Production24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C00N
AD7237AARZ Production24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C22.6919.06Y
AD7237AARZ-REEL Production24 ld SOIC - WideREEL 1000-40 to 85C019.06Y
AD7237AARZ-REEL7 Production24 ld SOIC - WideREEL 400-40 to 85C019.06Y
AD7237ABN Production24 ld PDIPOTH 15-40 to 85C00N
AD7237ABR Production24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C00N
AD7237ABRZ Production24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C26.6322.35Y
AD7237ABRZ-REEL Production24 ld SOIC - WideREEL 1000-40 to 85C022.35Y
AD7237AQ Production24 ld CerDIP(300 Mil)OTH 15-40 to 85C00N
AD7237ATQ ProductionCERDIP GLASS SEALOTH 15-55 to 125C116.86116.86N
AD7237JNZ Production24 ld PDIPOTH 15-40 to 85C25.7121.59Y
AD7237JR Last Time Buy24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C00N
AD7237JRZ Production24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C22.6919.06Y
AD7237KN Production24 ld PDIPOTH 15-40 to 85C24.4120.74N
AD7237KR Last Time Buy24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C00N
AD7237KRZ Production24 ld SOIC - WideOTH 31-40 to 85C26.6322.35Y
Reference Materials
AD7237A/AD7247A: Dual 12-Bit DACPORTs Data Sheet (Rev. 0) ad7237
AD7237/AD7247: LC2MOS Dual 12-Bit DACPORT Scanned Data Sheet (Rev. A) ad7237
AN-225: 12-Bit Voltage-Output DACs for Single-Supply 5V and 12V Systems ad7542
Digital to Analog Converters ICs Solutions Bulletin ad5590