MAX5203BEUB+ Analog Devices Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
Analog Devices MAX5203BEUB+ is a low-cost, 16-bit voltage-output DAC with an internal reference, offering up to 3.6 V analog output and a maximum linearity error of 0.061% in a compact 10-pin µMAX package. It communicates via a serial SPI interface, simplifying integration with microcontrollers in precision analog systems. Available from authorized distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Analog Devices
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 10
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MAX5203BEUB+ Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 105.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 16-bit resolution with maximum linearity error of 0.061% ensures high-accuracy voltage output for precision calibration and signal synthesis applications
- On-chip internal voltage reference eliminates external reference components, reducing BOM cost and simplifying PCB layout for 3.3 V supply designs
- Serial SPI interface in a 10-pin µMAX package minimizes board area and allows direct connection to microcontroller SPI ports with minimal external passives
Applications
The MAX5203BEUB+ is well suited for precision analog signal generation in industrial process control, programmable power supplies, and 3.3 V embedded systems where 16-bit DAC accuracy and an integrated reference simplify the design. Its SPI-compatible serial interface makes it straightforward to use in microcontroller-driven calibration equipment, sensor signal conditioning, and closed-loop control systems. The compact µMAX package is ideal for portable instrumentation, medical devices, and dense multi-channel DAC boards operating from low-voltage 3.3 V rails.
Specifications
| Manufacturer Package Code | 10-MINI_SO-N/A |
| Date Of Intro | 2002-11-21 |
| YTEOL | 8.5 |
| Analog Output Voltage-Max | 3.6V |
| Converter Type | D/A CONVERTER |
| Input Bit Code | BINARY, OFFSET BINARY |
| Input Format | SERIAL |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PDSO-G10 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | 0.06103515% |
| Number of Bits | 16 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP10,.19,20 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Settling Time-Nom (tstl) | 25 µs |
| Supply Current-Max | 1.5mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | BICMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - annealed |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.40 |
| Country of Origin | Japan, Mainland China, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What output voltage range and resolution does the MAX5203BEUB+ provide for precision signal generation?
The MAX5203BEUB+ is a 16-bit DAC with a maximum analog output voltage of 3.6 V and a maximum linearity error of 0.061% (approximately 4 LSB at 16-bit). This precision suits applications such as calibration references, programmable attenuators, and analog front-end trimming in 3.3 V-powered industrial and medical instrumentation.
How does the built-in internal reference in MAX5203BEUB+ simplify system design compared to external reference solutions?
By integrating a voltage reference on-chip, the MAX5203BEUB+ eliminates the need for a discrete precision reference IC, saving BOM cost and board area. Designs using an external reference typically require at least one additional component with its own bypass capacitor network, whereas the MAX5203BEUB+ achieves 16-bit output accuracy with fewer than 3 external passives.
Can MAX5203BEUB+ operate directly from a 3.3 V microcontroller SPI port without level shifting?
Yes — the MAX5203BEUB+ is designed for 3.3 V supply operation with a serial SPI interface whose logic thresholds are compatible with standard 3.3 V microcontroller I/O. Its 10-pin µMAX footprint connects to the SPI bus using as few as 3 signal lines (SCLK, DIN, CS), enabling direct integration without external level-shifting components.
When should a designer select MAX5203BEUB+ over MAX5200BEUB+ for a DAC application?
The MAX5203BEUB+ targets 3.3 V systems with its 3.6 V maximum output, while the MAX5200BEUB+ supports up to 5.25 V output for 5 V supply applications. Both share 16-bit resolution and SPI serial interface in the same 10-pin µMAX package, so the supply voltage and output range of the end application determine which variant to select — 3.3 V rails favor MAX5203BEUB+.
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