MAX5488ETE+T

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Digital Potentiometer
• Characteristics: High precision, low power consumption
• Package: TDFN-16
• Essence: Electronic component for controlling resistance
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Resolution: 256 taps
• Resistance Range: 10 kΩ to 100 kΩ
• Supply Voltage: 2.7 V to 5.5 V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.01%
• Power Consumption: 1 µA in shutdown mode, 0.4 mA in active mode

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MAX5488ETE+T has a total of 16 pins, which are as follows:

1. VDD: Positive supply voltage
2. GND: Ground reference
3. SHDN: Shutdown control input
4. U/D: Up/Down control input
5. INC: Increment control input
6. CS: Chip select input
7. SCLK: Serial clock input
8. SDI: Serial data input
9. SDO: Serial data output
10. OUT: Analog output
11. NC: No connection
12. NC: No connection
13. NC: No connection
14. NC: No connection
15. NC: No connection
16. NC: No connection

Functional Features

• Digital potentiometer with non-volatile memory
• Serial interface for easy control and programming
• Low temperature coefficient ensures stable performance over a wide temperature range
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable applications
• Wide supply voltage range allows compatibility with various systems

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High precision and resolution - Non-volatile memory for retaining settings - Easy control and programming through serial interface - Wide operating temperature range - Low power consumption

Disadvantages: - Limited resistance range (10 kΩ to 100 kΩ) - Noisy output at high frequencies

Working Principles

The MAX5488ETE+T is a digital potentiometer that replaces traditional mechanical potentiometers. It consists of a resistive ladder network and electronic switches controlled by the internal logic circuitry. The resistance value can be adjusted digitally using the serial interface, allowing precise control over the output voltage or current.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MAX5488ETE+T finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Audio Equipment: Volume control, tone adjustment
2. Instrumentation: Calibration, signal conditioning
3. Industrial Control Systems: Variable gain amplifiers, motor speed control
4. Communication Systems: Signal attenuation, impedance matching
5. Automotive Electronics: Climate control, lighting control

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MAX5489ETE+T: Similar specifications with additional features
2. MCP4131-103E/P: Lower cost alternative with comparable performance
3. AD8403ARZ1: Higher resolution digital potentiometer

Note: This is not an exhaustive list, and there are several other alternative models available in the market.

This entry provides an overview of the MAX5488ETE+T digital potentiometer, including its category, use, characteristics, package, specifications, pin configuration, functional features, advantages and disadvantages, working principles, application field plans, and alternative models.