CAT5113YI-00-G

Product Overview

Category

CAT5113YI-00-G belongs to the category of digital potentiometers.

Use

It is commonly used in electronic circuits for controlling and adjusting resistance values.

Characteristics

• Digital control interface
• Non-volatile memory
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating voltage range
• Small package size

Package

The CAT5113YI-00-G is available in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package.

Essence

This digital potentiometer serves as a replacement for traditional mechanical potentiometers, offering greater precision and flexibility in electronic circuits.

Packaging/Quantity

The CAT5113YI-00-G is typically packaged in reels containing 2500 units.

Specifications

• Resistance Range: 10kΩ to 100kΩ
• Number of Taps: 256
• Supply Voltage Range: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• End-to-End Resistance Tolerance: ±20%

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. VCC: Power supply input
2. GND: Ground reference
3. CS: Chip select input
4. U/D: Up/Down control input
5. INC: Increment control input
6. W: Wiper terminal
7. A: Terminal A
8. B: Terminal B

Functional Features

• Digital control allows precise adjustment of resistance values.
• Non-volatile memory retains settings even when power is disconnected.
• Up/Down control enables incremental or decremental adjustments.
• Increment control provides fine-grained adjustment capability.

Advantages

• Greater precision compared to mechanical potentiometers.
• Non-volatile memory eliminates the need for recalibration after power loss.
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices.
• Wide operating voltage range allows compatibility with various systems.
• Small package size saves board space in compact designs.

Disadvantages

• Limited resistance range compared to some other digital potentiometers.
• End-to-end resistance tolerance may affect precision in certain applications.

Working Principles

The CAT5113YI-00-G utilizes a combination of resistive and electronic components to achieve its functionality. The digital control interface allows the user to send commands to adjust the wiper position, effectively changing the resistance value. The non-volatile memory ensures that the resistance setting is retained even when power is disconnected.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CAT5113YI-00-G finds applications in various electronic systems where precise resistance adjustment is required. Some potential application fields include:

1. Audio Equipment: Volume control circuits, equalizers, and tone control circuits.
2. Industrial Automation: Process control systems, motor speed control, and instrumentation.
3. Automotive Electronics: Climate control systems, lighting controls, and dashboard controls.
4. Consumer Electronics: Remote controls, gaming consoles, and portable audio devices.
5. Communication Systems: Signal conditioning, filters, and impedance matching circuits.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. CAT5113YI-00-T: Similar to CAT5113YI-00-G but available in tape and reel packaging.
2. CAT5113ZI-00-GT3: Higher resistance range (100Ω to 1MΩ) with 1024 taps.
3. MCP401X: Microchip's alternative digital potentiometer series with similar features.

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