DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (SOT23 (6-Pin)) In Stock
The DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB is a 12-bit micro-power rail-to-rail output (RRO) digital-to-analog converter from Texas Instruments with a serial SPI-compatible binary input interface. It supports analog output voltages up to 5.5V with a maximum linearity error of 0.1953% in a compact 6-pin SOT-23 surface-mount package. Available Pb-free with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- SOT23 (6-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 6
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 12-bit resolution with rail-to-rail output (RRO) reaching up to 5.5V analog output, maximizing dynamic range in single-supply systems
- Micro-power operation with SPI-compatible serial binary input minimizes system power and simplifies interface to low-power microcontrollers
- Tiny 6-pin SOT-23 package with 0.1953% maximum linearity error enables precise analog control in space-constrained portable designs
Applications
The DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB is used in portable medical devices, industrial sensors, and battery-powered instrumentation where precise 12-bit voltage output is needed with minimal current draw. Its rail-to-rail output and SPI interface allow direct connection to microcontrollers for programmable voltage reference generation, offset trimming, and analog actuator control. It is also deployed in automotive sensor calibration circuits and low-power IoT edge nodes requiring compact, accurate analog output with very low quiescent current.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Analog Output Voltage-Max | 5.5V |
| Converter Type | D/A CONVERTER |
| Input Bit Code | BINARY |
| Input Format | SERIAL |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G6 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | 0.1953% |
| Number of Bits | 12 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSOP6,.11,37 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Sample Rate | 1.8MHz |
| Screening Level | AEC-Q100 |
| Settling Time-Max | 10 µs |
| Settling Time-Nom (tstl) | 8 µs |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.312mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.95mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Package | SOT23 (6-Pin) |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.40 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB:
Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 8us Settling Time, PDSO6
Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 8us Settling Time, PDSO6
Frequently Asked Questions
What resolution and output voltage range does the DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB provide?
The DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB is a 12-bit DAC with a rail-to-rail analog output capable of swinging from ground to within millivolts of the 5.5V supply, providing 4096 discrete output levels for fine-grained analog voltage control.
What interface does the DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB use for digital input?
It accepts a serial binary-coded digital input via a SPI-compatible 3-wire interface, making it straightforward to control from any microcontroller or DSP with an SPI peripheral, minimizing GPIO usage in constrained system designs.
What is the linearity error specification of the DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB?
The maximum integral linearity error (EL) is 0.1953% of full scale, which corresponds to approximately 8 LSB at 12-bit resolution, ensuring accurate and monotonic analog output suitable for sensor excitation and precision calibration tasks.
What package does the DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB come in and how many pins does it have?
The DAC121S101QCMK/NOPB is packaged in a 6-pin SOT-23 (JESD-30 code R-PDSO-G6) surface-mount package, one of the smallest available for DAC ICs, ideal for space-critical PCB designs in handheld and wearable electronics.
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