General Description

The MAX5122/MAX5123 low-power, 12-bit, voltage-output, digital-to-analog converters (DACs) feature an internal precision bandgap reference and output amplifier.

Features

♦ Single-Supply Operation +5V (MAX5122) +3V (MAX5123)

♦ Built-In 10ppm/°C max Precision Bandgap Reference +2.5V (MAX5122) +1.25V (MAX5123)

♦ SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE-Compatible, 3-Wire Serial Interface

♦ Pin-Programmable Shutdown Mode and PowerUp Reset (0 or Midscale Output Voltage)

♦ Buffered Output Capable of Driving 5kΩ 100pF or 4–20mA Loads

♦ Space-Saving 16-Pin QSOP Package

♦ Pin-Compatible 13-Bit Upgrades Available (MAX5132/MAX5133)

♦ Pin-Compatible 14-Bit Upgrades Available (MAX5171/MAX5173)

Applications

    Industrial Process Control

    Automatic Test Equipment

    Digital Offset and Gain Adjustment

    Motion Control

    Microprocessor-Controlled Systems