AD5160 is a 256-position SPI compatible digital potentiometer from Analog Devices. It is compact in size (2.9 mm × 3 mm) and has a low power consumption (IDD = 8 µA). The AD5160 is suitable for various 256-position adjustment applications, including mechanical potentiometer replacement, transducer adjustment of pressure, temperature, position, chemical, and optical sensors, RF amplifier biasing, automotive electronics adjustment, gain control and offset adjustment.
The AD5160 is a 256‑position digital potentiometer offered in a compact SOT‑23‑8 package (2.9 mm × 3 mm). It features an SPI‑compatible interface, low temperature coefficient, and low power consumption, making it suitable for portable and battery‑operated applications.
The document provides electrical and timing characteristics for the 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, 50 kΩ, and 100 kΩ resistance options, pin configuration, programming methods, and ordering guide details. It also includes typical performance graphs, absolute maximum ratings, and ESD protection guidelines.
| Resolution | 8 bits |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7 V to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Coefficient | 45 ppm/°C |
| Shutdown Supply Current | 8 pA |
| Package | SOT‑23‑8 (2.9 mm × 3 mm) |
The AD5160 provides an 8‑bit resolution.
It operates from a single supply of 2.7 V to 5.5 V.
The device has a temperature coefficient of 45 ppm/°C.
The AD5160 is supplied in a SOT‑23‑8 package measuring 2.9 mm × 3 mm.