MAX542:+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
titleDownload file
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
MAX542ACPDNo Longer AvailableMAX542ACPD+PDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX542ACPD+ActivePDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542ACSDNo Longer AvailableMAX542ACSD+SOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX542ACSD+ActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542ACSD+TActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542ACSD-TNo Longer AvailableMAX542ACSD+TN.SO;14 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX542AEPDNo Longer AvailableMAX542AEPD+PDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX542AEPD+ActivePDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542AESDNo Longer AvailableMAX542AESD+SOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX542AESD+ActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX542AESD+TActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542AESD-TNo Longer AvailableMAX542AESD+TN.SO;14 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX542AESD/GG8ActiveSOIC (;-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX542BC/DNo Longer AvailableDICE SALES,;NA pin;DICE;0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX542BCPDNo Longer AvailableMAX542BCPD+PDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX542BCPD+ActivePDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542BCSDNo Longer AvailableMAX542BCSD+SOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX542BCSD+ActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542BCSD+TActiveN.SO;14 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX542BCSD-TNo Longer AvailableMAX542BCSD+TSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX542BEPDNo Longer AvailableMAX542BEPD+PDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX542BEPD+ActivePDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542BESDNo Longer AvailableMAX542BESD+SOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX542BESD+ActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542BESD+TActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542BESD-TNo Longer AvailableMAX542BESD+TN.SO;14 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX542CCPDNo Longer AvailableMAX542CCPD+PDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX542CCPD+ActivePDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542CCSDNo Longer AvailableMAX542CCSD+SOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CNo
MAX542CCSD+ActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX542CCSD+TActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²0°C to +70°CLead Free
MAX542CCSD-TNo Longer AvailableMAX542CCSD+TN.SO;14 pin0°C to +70°CSee data sheet
MAX542CEPDNo Longer AvailableMAX542CEPD+PDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX542CEPD+ActivePDIP(N),;14 pin;158.4 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542CESDNo Longer AvailableMAX542CESD+SOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CNo
MAX542CESD+ActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542CESD+TActiveSOIC(N),;14 pin;54.2 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX542CESD-TNo Longer AvailableMAX542CESD+TN.SO;14 pin-40°C to +85°CSee data sheet
MAX542CMJDNo Longer Available-55°C to +125°CSee data sheet
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