The MAX526/MAX527 are quad 12‑bit voltage‑output D/A converters that include precision output‑buffer amplifiers on‑chip. They operate from a +5 V supply for the MAX527 and from –5 V to +12 V/+15 V for the MAX526, and feature double‑buffered digital inputs compatible with TTL and CMOS logic. The devices are intended for applications such as analog signal generation, industrial process control, and automatic test equipment.
The datasheet provides absolute maximum ratings, electrical characteristics, timing data, typical operating curves, and ordering information. The parts are offered in 24‑pin narrow plastic DIP, ceramic thin‑film (SB), and wide‑SO packages, with a total unadjusted error of 1 LSB and full 12‑bit performance without external adjustments.
| Resolution | 12 bits |
|---|---|
| Total Unadjusted Error | 1 LSB |
| Number of Channels | Quad (4 channels) |
| Positive Supply Range | 10.8 V to 16.5 V (MAX526) |
| Package Options | 24‑pin narrow plastic DIP, Ceramic SB, Wide SO |
Both devices provide a 12‑bit resolution.
The MAX526 has a total unadjusted error of 1 LSB.
The MAX527 operates from a positive supply of 4.75 V to 5.5 V and a negative supply of –4.6 V to –5.5 V.
They are offered in 24‑pin narrow plastic DIP, ceramic thin‑film (SB), and wide‑SO packages.