DAC1280IPWIn StockTexas Instruments
DAC1280IPW is a 12-bit single-channel SPI DAC from Texas Instruments in a TSSOP-20 package. Operates from 2.7-5.5V with rail-to-rail output and -40C to 85C industrial range. Priced from $32.06, in stock, 1-piece MOQ, ships worldwide.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- TSSOP-20
- Pin Count
- 20
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- DAC1280IPW Datasheet PDF
- Category
- data-converters
- Price
- From $32.0600(MOQ 6)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Applications
The DAC1280IPW is widely used in industrial process control, programmable power supplies, and precision calibration equipment where accurate analog signal generation is required. Its SPI interface and wide supply range also suit it for motor drive reference generation, sensor offset adjustment, and portable instrumentation.
Specifications
| Resolution | 12-bit |
| Interface | SPI (3-wire serial, up to 30 MHz) |
| Supply Voltage | 2.7V to 5.5V |
| Output Type | Rail-to-rail voltage output |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| DNL | +/-1 LSB (max) |
| INL | +/-1 LSB (max) |
| Power-Down Current | <1 uA |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to 85C |
| Package | TSSOP-20 |
| Package | TSSOP-20 |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for DAC1280IPW:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DAC1280IPW and what resolution does it offer?
The DAC1280IPW is a 12-bit, single-channel digital-to-analog converter from Texas Instruments. It delivers 4096 output levels with +/-1 LSB DNL and INL, making it suitable for precision analog signal generation in industrial and instrumentation applications.
What interface does the DAC1280IPW use?
The DAC1280IPW uses a 3-wire SPI-compatible serial interface supporting clock rates up to 30 MHz. This allows direct connection to most microcontrollers and DSPs without additional interface logic.
What is the operating voltage range of the DAC1280IPW?
The DAC1280IPW operates from a single 2.7V to 5.5V supply. Its rail-to-rail output swings from near 0V to near VDD, maximizing the usable output range.
What are the typical applications for the DAC1280IPW?
Typical applications include programmable power supplies, industrial process control, motor drive reference generation, sensor calibration, portable instrumentation, and any system requiring accurate 12-bit analog output with an SPI interface.
What are compatible alternatives to the DAC1280IPW?
Compatible alternatives include the DAC7311IDCKR (12-bit, SC70-6), MCP4821-E/SN (12-bit SPI, SOIC-8), and AD5320BRTZ (12-bit, SOT-23-6). These offer similar resolution and SPI interfaces, though supply voltage ranges and packages differ.
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Texas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. TI designs and manufactures analog and embedded processing chips used in industrial, automotive, consumer, communications, and enterprise systems.
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