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- Brand
- Maxim
- Model
- MAX500
- Industry
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Maxim MAX500 Quad 8‑Bit DAC Datasheet
The MAX500 is a quad, 8‑bit, voltage‑output digital‑to‑analog converter (DAC) that includes four output buffer amplifiers and input logic for an easy‑to‑use two‑ or three‑wire serial interface. It can be cascaded so that a single serial data line loads multiple devices. The device operates from single or dual supplies and provides 8‑bit performance over the full temperature range without external trimming.
The datasheet details electrical characteristics, pin configurations, timing diagrams for both 2‑wire and 3‑wire modes, recommended PCB layout techniques, and options for unipolar, bipolar, or AC‑referenced operation. Typical performance specifications such as resolution, supply voltage ranges, and output slew rate are provided.
Maxim MAX500 specifications
| Resolution | 8‑bit |
|---|---|
| Number of DAC channels | 4 |
| Supply voltage (dual) VDD | +11.4 V to +16.5 V |
| Reference input range | +2 V to VDD‑4 V |
| Operating temperature range (single‑supply) | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Maximum power dissipation (plastic DIP) | 842 mW |
All Maxim MAX500 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What serial interface options does the MAX500 support?
The MAX500 can operate with either a 2‑wire or a 3‑wire cascable serial interface, selected by the state of the LOAD signal.
How many DAC channels are provided in the MAX500?
The device contains four independent voltage‑output DAC channels.