General Description

The MAX5392 dual, 256-tap, volatile, low-voltage, linear taper digital potentiometer offers three end-to-end resistance values of 10kI, 50kI, and 100kI. Operating from a single +1.7V to +5.5V power supply, the device provides a low 35ppm/NC end-to-end temperature coefficient. The device features an I2C interface.

Features

♦ Dual, 256-Tap Linear Taper Positions

♦ Single +1.7V to +5.5V Supply Operation

♦ Low 12µA Quiescent Supply Current

♦ 10kI, 50kI, 100kI End-to-End Resistance Values

♦ I2C-Compatible Interface

♦ Wiper Set to Midscale on Power-Up

♦ -40NC to +125NC Operating Temperature Range

Applications

    Low-Voltage Battery Applications

    Portable Electronics

    Mechanical Potentiometer Replacement

    Offset and Gain Control

    Adjustable Voltage References/Linear Regulators

    Automotive Electronics