DAC7512N/250 – TEXAS INSTRUMENTS

The Texas Instruments DAC7512N/250 is a 12-bit, voltage-output digital-to-analog converter (DAC) optimized for high-speed, precision applications requiring a 250-ksps update rate. Packaged in a space-saving 16-pin TSSOP, it features a rail-to-rail output stage enabling a full-scale output swing from 0V to VREF, typically 5V. The device utilizes a successive approximation register (SAR) architecture, ensuring fast settling times and low integral non-linearity (INL) of ±1 LSB (typical). Its internal reference buffer allows for flexible reference voltage selection, simplifying external circuitry. The DAC7512N/250 boasts low power consumption, typically 15mA at VDD = 5V, making it suitable for battery-powered systems._x000D_
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Common applications include high-resolution waveform generation, precision motor control, and high-speed data acquisition systems requiring accurate analog output. Its key advantage lies in the balance between its high update rate, low INL, and compact form factor. Engineers should consider this part when high-speed precision is paramount, and a compact solution is required, outweighing the slightly higher power consumption compared to slower, lower-resolution alternatives. The 250-ksps update rate makes it ideal for applications where real-time response is critical, such as industrial automation or high-fidelity audio processing.