AD5259

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Nonvolatile, I2C Compatible 256-Position, Digital Potentiometer

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Overview

  • Nonvolatile memory maintains wiper settings
  • 256-position
  • Thin LFCSP-10 (3 mm x 3 mm x 0.8 mm) package
  • Compact MSOP-10 (3 mm × 4.9 mm × 1.1 mm) package
  • I2C-compatible interface
  • VLOGIC pin provides increased interface flexibility
  • End-to-end resistance 5 kΩ, 10 kΩ, 50 kΩ, 100 kΩ
  • Resistance tolerance stored in EEPROM (0.1% accuracy)
  • Power-on EEPROM refresh time < 1ms
  • Software write protect command
  • Address Decode Pin AD0 and Pin AD1 allow 4 packages per bus
  • 100-year typical data retention at 55°C
  • Wide operating temperature −40°C to +125°C
  • 3 V to 5 V single supply

The AD5259 provides a compact, nonvolatile LFCSP-10 (3 mm x 3 mm) or MSOP-10 (3 mm x 4.9 mm) packaged solution for 256-position adjustment applications. These devices perform the same electronic adjustment function as mechanical potentiometers or variable resistors, but with enhanced resolution and solid-state reliability. The terms digital potentiometer, VR (variable resistor), and RDAC are used interchangeably.

The wiper settings are controllable through an I2C-compatible digital interface that is also used to read back the wiper register and EEPROM content. Resistor tolerance is also stored within EEPROM, providing an end-to-end tolerance accuracy of 0.1%.

A separate VLOGIC pin delivers increased interface flexibility. For users who need multiple parts on one bus, Address Bit AD0 and Address Bit AD1 allow up to four devices on the same bus

APPLICATIONS

  • LCD panel VCOM adjustment
  • LCD panel brightness and contrast control
  • Mechanical potentiometer replacement in new designs
  • Programmable power supplies
  • RF amplifier biasing
  • Automotive electronics adjustment
  • Gain control and offset adjustment
  • Fiber to the home systems
  • Electronics level settings
AD5259
Nonvolatile, I2C Compatible 256-Position, Digital Potentiometer
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PRODUCTION Single Channel, 256-Position, I2C / SPI, Nonvolatile Digital Potentiometer
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AD5259 Evaluation Board

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Features and Benefits

  • Full-featured in conjunction with low voltage digiPOT motherboard (EVAL-MB-LV-SDZ)
  • Various test circuits
  • Various ac/dc input signals
  • PC control via a separately purchased system demonstration platform (SDP-B or SDP-S)
  • PC software for control

Product Details

The AD5259 supports single-supply 2.7 V to 5.5 V operation, making the device suited for battery-powered applications and many other applications with superior low temperature coefficient performance.

In addition, the AD5259 uses a versatile I2C serial interface that operates in fast mode, allowing speeds of up to 400 kHz. This interface can be used to read back the wiper register and EEPROM content.

The EVAL-MB-LV-SDZ can operate in single-supply mode and incorporates an internal power supply from the USB.

Complete specifications for the AD5259 part can be found in the AD5259 data sheet.
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