D/A Converters

Product Selection Tables (Parametric)

As the world's leading provider of data converters, Analog Devices has the industries' largest portfolio of D/A converters ranging from 8-bits to 24-bits, Analog Devices' digital to analog converters are unmatched in their ability to deliver performance and value.

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All Design Tools

  • Filter Filter
    Analog Filter Wizard 2.0

    The Analog Filter Wizard™ helps you design a low-pass, high-pass, band-pass or band-stop filter with actual op amps. It then simulates the filter’s performance with these op amps in real time. You can ask the tool to optimize for power, noise, or voltage range, and it will pick op amps and passive components appropriately. Or you can adjust the components manually yourself.

  • Photodiode Photodiode
    Analog Photodiode Wizard

    The photodiode web tool helps you select and design the best circuit for your application. To use the tool, enter the specifications of your light input, including intensity, spectral band, and the required signal bandwidth. These inputs will narrow down the available photodiode part numbers.

  • Amp Tools Amp Tools
    Amp Tools

    View all tools available for Analog Devices' Amplifiers products.

  • Product Search Product Search
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  • ADIsimADC ADIsimADC
    ADIsimADC

    The ADIsimADC tool is an aid to help in the selection of Analog to Digital Converterse (ADC's), perform evaluations and assist with troubleshooting. The tool uses typical data values to mathematically model the general behavior of the selected ADC. It allows a user to apply input signals, set encode (sample) rates and simulate FFT's on a selected ADC. It is useful for checking the SNR, SFDR, SINAD, THD, ENOB etc. of a selected ADC.

  • ADIsimDAC ADIsimDAC
    ADIsimDAC

    ADIsimDAC assists the user with finding Analog Devices' DACs and DAC Application Circuits. It takes user inputs along Typical Parametric Data to sort, select and suggest applicable DAC's, system components and circuit solutions.

  • ADC/DAC Tools ADC/DAC Tools
    Amp Tools

    View all tools available for Analog Devices' Data Converters products.

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  • ADIsimRF ADIsimRF
    ADIsimRF

    ADIsimRF is an easy-to-use RF signal chain calculator. Cascaded Gain, Noise Figure, IP3 and P1dB as well as total power consumption are calculated. The number of stages can be varied up to a maximum of 15. Additional stages can be inserted at any point in teh signal chain and individual stages can be temporarily disabled or deleted. The calculator can be switched between Transmit Mode and Receive Mode where calculations are presented output-referred and input-referred respectively.

  • ADIsimPLL ADIsimPLL
    ADIsimPLL

    The ADIsimPLL design tool is a comprehensive and easy-to-use PLL synthesizer design and simulation tool. All key non-linear effects that can impact PLL performance can be simulated, including phase noise, Fractional-N spurs, and anti-backlash pulse. ADIsimPLL design tool eliminates time-consuming iterations from the PLL/synthesizer development process.

  • RF Tools RF Tools
    RF Tools

    View all tools available for Analog Devices' RF ICs.

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  • ADIsimPower ADIsimPower
    ADIsimPower

    ADIsimPower™ Voltage Regulator Design Tool produces custom DC-DC converter designs in about one minute. The user enters 5 inputs and chooses to optimize for efficiency, PCB space, cost, or part count. Output is a complete schematic, BOM, efficiency plot, and performance summary. A PDF summary and a blank PCB is offered for each design to facilitate fast prototyping to verify the design.

  • Digital Power Management Digital Power Management
    Digital Power Management

    ADI's digital PWM (pulse-width modulation) power control and management devices provide designers with a highly integrated circuit architecture and the flexibility to configure system power-supply parameters in a matter of minutes using an intuitive GUI (graphical user interface). Power design egnineers with no prior programming experience can use the GUI to monitor and quickly adjust power functions such as frequency, timing, voltage settings, and protection limits.

  • Power Tools Power Tools
    Power Tools

    View all tools available for Analog Devices' Power Management products.

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  • Precision and General Purpose DAC Finder

  • Resolution (Bits) # of DAC Output Channels
    1 2 3 - 7 >/=8
    >/=16
    14 - 15
    12 - 13
    10 - 11
    </=9

  • High-Speed DAC Finder

  • Resolution (Bits) DAC Update Rate (MSPS)
    20 - 100 100 - 1,000 1,000+
    >/=16
    14 - 15
    12 - 13
    </=11

Documentation And Resources

Title Content Type File Type
AN-1094: Multiplying DACs—Fixed Reference, Waveform Generation Applications  (pdf, 141 kB) Application Notes PDF
AN-1085: Multiplying DACs—AC/Arbitrary Reference Applications  (pdf, 137 kB) Application Notes PDF
AN-1093: Synchronization of Multiple AD9122 TxDAC+ Converters  (pdf, 208 kB) Application Notes PDF
AN-0986: Adjusting the Output Range and Span of the AD5362  (pdf, 79 kB) Application Notes PDF
AN-928: Understanding High Speed DAC Testing and Evaluation  (pdf, 4445 kB) Application Notes PDF
AN-0982: The Residual Phase Noise Measurement  (pdf, 710 kB) Application Notes PDF
AN-214: Ground Rules for High Speed Circuits  (pdf, 356 kB)
Layout and Wiring Are Critical in Video Converter Circuits. 		Application Notes PDF
AN-284: Implement Infinite Sample-and-Hold Circuits Using Analog Input/Output Ports  (pdf, 227 kB) Application Notes PDF
EngineerZone® Online Technical Support Community
The EngineerZone® support community enables customers to engage online with ADI experts and fellow engineers to find answers to complex and frequently asked technical product and application questions. 		Videos HTML
Use Circuits from the Lab™ in Your Next Design
Watch how two engineers were able to use Analog Devices Circuits from the Lab to help solve their design challenge. From test data to HW evaluation, to project integration, we make it easy to save time while lowering the risk in your circuit design. 		Videos HTML
Analog Devices Pmods for Xilinx FPGAs
See various examples of ADI data converters and MEMS accelerometers connected to Xilinx FPGAs using Digilent Pmod™ peripheral modules. 		Videos HTML
Analog Devices University Program
The University Program provides students analog design kits, course material and support to build and test analog circuits anytime/anywhere. ADI teamed with representatives from Digilent, RIT, RPI, Virginia Tech and Arizona State University. 		Videos HTML
Experience the action at X-fest 2012 with Analog Devices
Analog Devices takes you inside the Boston event to witness the exciting activity taking place at these events worldwide. Hear how ADI, the analog signal processing experts, is enabling advanced technology solutions for Xilinx FPGAs. 		Videos HTML
AD5686R nanoDAC+™: Huge Performance in a Tiny Package!
The AD5686R nanoDAC+™ products are industry-leading, single-supply, rail-to-rail, precision DACs offering best-in-class dc performance (INL, offset error, gain error) and a low drift voltage reference in the smallest packages. 		Videos HTML
Interfacing FPGA’s (Field Programmable Gate Arrays)
Featured is a variety of MEMS sensors and data conversion devices connected to and controlled by these FPGA development systems: Avnet Xilinx Spartan®-6 FPGA LX9 MicroBoard and Digilent Pmods™, and the Arrow Altera Cyclone IV BeMicro SDK. 		Videos HTML
Process Control Demonstration
Featuring the AD5700 HART Modem and the AD5421 which is a complete, loop-powered, 4 mA to 20 mA digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that is designed to meet the needs of smart transmitter manufacturers in the industrial control industry. 		Videos HTML
Interfacing the AD9739A FMC board to Xilinx FPGA platforms
AD9739A FMC board, is a 14-bit D/A converter that enables cable TV and broadband operators to synthesize the entire cable spectrum up to 1 GHz into a single RF (radio frequency) port on the Xilinx Virtex-6 ML605, Kintex-7 KC705, and Virtex-7 VC707. 		Videos HTML
Solving the Elusive Baseband to Antenna Problem using RFDAC Technology
We’ll start by exploring RF transmitter architectures, then we’ll concentrate on the Direct to RF Transmitter architecture enabled by RFDAC technology. Aspects of direct to RF transmitter system design will be explored including gain, signal bandwidth, digital signal processing requirements, frequency planning, thermal noise, clock synthesis + phase noise, harmonics, sampling images, pre-distortion techniques and deterministic latency. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
How to Read a Datasheet
What is in a datasheet, and how can the information it contains help you select the right part for your design? This wide-ranging and informative webcast will take you through a typical datasheet and explain the full meaning behind many often misunderstood specs. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
Fundamentals of Designing with Digital to Analog Converters
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: An update to The Fundamentals of the Digital to Analog Converter (DAC) webcast, including basic DAC architectures, understanding DAC errors, how to read a DAC data sheet, how to choose the right DAC. Includes the latest on DAC technology. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
Demystifying the JESD204B High-speed Data Converter-to-FPGA interface
This webcast will provide an overview of the JESD204 standard from its original version up to the current "B" revision. In addition, common "high-performance metrics" that are associated with high speed serial interfaces such as JESD204 will be described. Topics covered in this webcast will also be useful for applications that use similar high speed serial interfaces. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
nanoDACs and DigiPots Uncovered
nanoDACS are the smallest D/A converters in the world, but are also more accurate and consume less power than the competition. Digipots are innovative products that replace mechanical potentiometers. Learn how both can improve system reliability and performance, and how to select the right part for your design. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
Signal Conditioning with Precsion DACs
Learn tips and trick for using precision D/A converters to perform signal conditioning tasks. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
Webcast: Understanding Data Converter Errors and Specifications
In this Webcast, ADI systems applications expert Chris Hyde will conduct a rapid review of the most common sources of errors in a data converter and how to interpret specs on the data sheet. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
Webcast: Data Conversion Applications and Solutions for Precision Process Control
Achieving precise process control is a key step in meeting factory yield and volume production standards. This Webcast will explore the full industrial process control signal chain, the key components involved, and the critical specifications of those components. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
Design Considerations in Specifying Data Converters for High Speed Applications
This Webcast will cover important design considerations for understanding, selecting, and applying high speed A/D converters and D/A converters. 		Webcasts WEBCAST
AD5686R/AD5685R/AD5684R Quick Start Guide (Wiki Site) User Guides HTML
UG-286: Evaluating the AD5545 Current Output/Serial Input DAC  (pdf, 578 kB) User Guides PDF
UG-250: Evaluation Board for 16-Bit, Serial Input, Loop-Powered 4 mA to 20 mA DAC  (pdf, 540 kB) User Guides PDF
Designing 1-ppm DAC Accuracy into Instrumentation Applications
Understand the challenges of achieving this level of converter performance
(Planet Analog, 3/2010)
  • Part 1
    This article looks at a 1-ppm DAC and associated support circuitry, error sources, and performance measures.
  • Part 2
    This article discusses 1-ppm circuit complexities including noise, temperature drift, thermoelectric voltages, physical stress, long-term stability, circuit construction and layout, and voltage references.
Technical Articles HTML
Looking ahead: Data converter trends for 2010
Converters are key to mixed-signal products; here's a perspective on where they are headed in terms of performance, power, and functionality.
(Planet Analog, 2/24/2010) 		Technical Articles HTML
Simplifying Design of Industrial Process-Control Systems with PLC Evaluation Boards
PLC evaluation board applications for industrial process-control systems are diverse, ranging from simple traffic control to complex electrical power grids, from environmental control systems to oil-refinery process control.
(Industrial Control DesignLine, 8/24/09 - Part 1 and 9/3/09 - Part 1) 		Technical Articles HTML
Simplifying Design of Industrial Process-Control Systems with PLC Evaluation Boards (Part 1 of 2)
PLC evaluation board applications for industrial process-control systems are diverse, ranging from simple traffic control to complex electrical power grids, from environmental control systems to oil-refinery process control.
(Industrial Control DesignLine, 8/24/09) 		Technical Articles HTML
Programmable Medical Infusion Pumps Offer High Reliability and Performance Technical Articles HTML
Modern DACs and DAC Buffers Improve System Performance, Simplify Design
By Padraic O'Reilly and Charly El-Khoury
(Analog Dialogue Vol. 46, March 2012) 		Analog Dialogue HTML
Precision DACs Product Selection Guide  (pdf, 83 kB) Product Selection Guide PDF
Trio of Analog Devices’ Best-in-Class High-Speed Transmit D/A Converters Target Aerospace and Defense Applications (14 Sep 2012) Press Releases HTML
Dual, 16-Bit, 1.25-GSPS, Digital-to-Analog Converter IC Incorporates a JESD204 Serial Input to Simplify the FPGA Interface (18 Jun 2012) Press Releases HTML
Analog Devices Extends Lead in Worldwide Data Converters (10 May 2012) Press Releases HTML
NEW ANALOG DEVICES DESIGN TOOL SIMPLIFIES RF DESIGN AND SPEEDS TIME TO MARKET (15 Feb 2012) Press Releases HTML
Analog Devices’ D/A Converter Reduces Cable Head-end Signal Chain Footprint (13 Feb 2012) Press Releases HTML
Industrial Applications Overview HTML
Industrial Automation Solutions  (pdf, 6110 kB) Overview PDF
Optimum process control means efficiency, reliability, and Analog ICs. Overview HTML
Digital to Analog Converters ICs Solutions Bulletin  (pdf) Solutions Bulletins PDF
Industrial ICs
Industrial ICs Solutions Bulletin, Volume 10, Issue 8 		Solutions Bulletins HTML
Data Converter Leadership Customer Case Studies HTML
Ball Aerospace Customer Case Studies HTML
National Instruments Customer Case Studies HTML
National Instruments Customer Case Studies HTML
Mercury Computer Systems Customer Case Studies HTML
IceCube Customer Case Studies HTML
Datang Mobile Customer Case Studies HTML
CERN Customer Case Studies HTML
Bachmann Electronic Customer Case Studies HTML
ADI Data Converter Customer Success Stories Customer Case Studies HTML
What are some important PCB layout rules when using a high-speed converter? FAQs/RAQs HTML
What are some important PCB layout rules when using a high-speed converter? FAQs/RAQs HTML
What are some important PCB layout rules when using a high-speed converter? FAQs/RAQs HTML
What are some important PCB layout rules when using a high-speed converter? FAQs/RAQs HTML
Can I exceed the parameters specified in the absolute maximum ratings table? FAQs/RAQs HTML
What is latch-up and how can I prevent it? FAQs/RAQs HTML
ADIsimDAC™
A solution based tool to assist the user with the selection, and evaluation of DAC's, and DAC applications circuits. 		ADIsim Design/Simulation Tools HTML
FPGA Reference Designs (Wiki site) FPGA HDL HTML
UG-286: Evaluating the AD5545 Current Output/Serial Input DAC  (pdf, 578 kB) Documentation PDF
UG-250: Evaluation Board for 16-Bit, Serial Input, Loop-Powered 4 mA to 20 mA DAC  (pdf, 540 kB) Documentation PDF
AD5754R Evaluation Board for Quad, 16-Bit, Serial Input, Unipolar/Bipolar Voltage Output DAC (EVAL-AD5754R)  (pdf, 444 kB) Documentation PDF
PLC DEMO SYSTEM Documentation HTML
AD9875: Broadband Modem MxFE™ Documentation HTML
AD1852 Evaluation Board Documentation HTML
AD9876: Broadband Modem MxFE™ Documentation HTML
AD9775 Evaluation Board (AD9775-EB) Documentation HTML
AD9773 Evaluation Board (AD9773-EB) Documentation HTML
AD9786 Evaluation Board Documentation HTML
AD9744 Evaluation Board (AD9744-EB) Documentation HTML
AD5443 Stamp SPI Daughter Card Documentation HTML
AD9734/AD9735/AD9736 Evaluation Board (AD9734-EBZ/AD9735-EBZ/AD9736-EBZ) Documentation HTML
AD9740 Evaluation Board (AD9740-EB) Documentation HTML
AD9776/AD9778/AD9779 Evaluation Board Documentation HTML
High Bandwidth CMOS 8- (AD5426)/10- (AD5432)/12-Bit (AD5443)
Serial Interface Multiplying D/A Converter 		Documentation HTML
OTP (One Time Programmable) Digital Potentiometer Documentation HTML
AD5532/AD5533 Evaluation Tools Documentation HTML
Glossary of EE Terms Glossary HTML
AD5541/42 and AD5551/52 Evaluation Software  (zip)
The software provides the user with the ability to program the DAC through the The evaluation kit comes complete with pc software. This software simplifies the use of the evaluation board. The software provides the user with the ability to program the DAC through the PC parallel printer port. Interfacing to this board from a PC is through a 25-way connector.
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