TLC5615CD Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
TLC5615CD is a 10-bit single-channel serial DAC from Texas Instruments with 12.5 µs settling time and power-on reset functionality. It features a SPI-compatible serial interface, 5.1 V maximum analog output, and 0.0977% maximum linearity error. Available in 8-pin SO package, in stock worldwide with fast shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TLC5615CD Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.9104(MOQ 5)
- Temp Range
- ?°C to 70.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TLC5615CD?
- 10-bit resolution with 0.0977% maximum linearity error provides 1024 discrete output levels for smooth analog voltage generation
- SPI-compatible serial interface requires only 3 wires and enables daisy-chaining multiple DAC channels from a single microcontroller
- 12.5 µs settling time and power-on reset ensure safe initialization of analog outputs at system startup without glitches
What is TLC5615CD used for?
The TLC5615CD is designed for setting reference voltages, controlling analog signal levels, and generating calibration offsets in microcontroller-based systems where a compact 10-bit serial DAC is needed. Its 12.5 µs settling time and 5.1 V maximum output suit audio volume control, LCD bias voltage adjustment, and sensor excitation voltage generation in portable and industrial equipment. The 8-pin SO package and 3-wire SPI interface minimize board space and GPIO usage in embedded designs requiring programmable analog output.
What are the specifications of TLC5615CD?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Analog Output Voltage-Max | 5.1V |
| Converter Type | D/A CONVERTER |
| Input Bit Code | BINARY |
| Input Format | SERIAL |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G8 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Linearity Error-Max (EL) | 0.0977% |
| Number of Bits | 10 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Sample Rate | 0.075MHz |
| Settling Time-Max | 12.5 µs |
| Settling Time-Nom (tstl) | 12.5 µs |
| Supply Current-Max | 0.35mA |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| ## TLC5615CD Alternates Showing results | Image |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.40 |
| Country of Origin | Mexico, Taiwan |
Where can I find the TLC5615CD datasheet?
TLC5615CD Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from Texas Instruments
What are equivalent replacements for TLC5615CD?
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TLC5615CD:
Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 12.5us Settling Time, PDSO8
D/A Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 12.5us Settling Time, PDSO8
D/A Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 12.5us Settling Time, PDSO8
D/A Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 12.5us Settling Time, PDSO8
D/A Converter, 1 Func, Serial Input Loading, 12.5us Settling Time, PDSO8
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the resolution and linearity of the TLC5615CD, and how does this compare to an 8-bit DAC for precision analog control?
The TLC5615CD provides 10-bit resolution, offering 1024 discrete output steps versus only 256 steps for an 8-bit DAC — a 4x improvement in step granularity. Its maximum linearity error of 0.0977% ensures each step change in the digital code produces a predictable and accurate analog voltage increment. With a 5 V reference, each LSB step corresponds to approximately 4.9 mV, enabling fine-grained control of analog signals in calibration, audio processing, and sensor excitation circuits.
How does the TLC5615CD's SPI serial interface simplify integration into a multi-peripheral microcontroller system?
The TLC5615CD uses a 3-wire SPI-compatible interface — clock, data, and chip-select — that shares the same bus with other SPI peripherals such as ADCs, memories, and displays. Only the chip-select pin is unique per device, allowing a single microcontroller SPI port to control multiple TLC5615CD DACs and other peripherals without additional bus switches or level translators. Serial data transfer takes 16 clock cycles per conversion, completing a full 10-bit update in approximately 1.6 µs at a 10 MHz SPI clock.
For a battery-powered portable calibrator, how does the TLC5615CD's power-on reset and low-power design benefit safe startup?
The TLC5615CD's power-on reset function forces the DAC output to a known zero-scale voltage at power-up, preventing undefined analog output states that could damage connected circuits or produce incorrect calibration during initialization. Low-power CMOS circuitry keeps quiescent supply current below 1 mA in static operation, extending battery life in portable calibrators and field instruments. The 12.5 µs settling time ensures the output stabilizes quickly after each SPI write, supporting rapid DAC update rates needed in real-time closed-loop analog control.
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