MAX5481
10-Bit, Nonvolatile, Linear-Taper Digital Potentiometers
Single 1024-Tap Digital Potentiometers
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Overview
Features and Benefits
- 1024 Tap Positions
- Power-On Recall of Wiper Position from Nonvolatile Memory
- 16-Pin (3mm x 3mm x 0.8mm) TQFN or 14-Pin TSSOP Package
- 35ppm/°C End-to-End Resistance Temperature Coefficient
- 5ppm/°C Ratiometric Temperature Coefficient
- 10kΩ and 50kΩ End-to-End Resistor Values
- Pin-Selectable SPI-Compatible Serial Interface or Up/Down Digital Interface
- 1µA (max) Standby Current
- Single +2.7V to +5.25V Supply Operation
- Dual ±2.5V Supply Operation
Product Details
The MAX5481–MAX5484 10-bit (1024-tap) nonvolatile, linear-taper, programmable voltage-dividers and variable resistors perform the function of a mechanical potentiometer, but replace the mechanics with a pin-configurable 3-wire serial SPI™-compatible interface or up/down digital interface. The MAX5481/MAX5482 are 3-terminal voltage-dividers and the MAX5483/MAX5484 are 2-terminal variable resistors.
The MAX5481–MAX5484 feature an internal, nonvolatile, electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) that stores the wiper position for initialization during power-up. The 3-wire SPI-compatible serial interface allows communication at data rates up to 7MHz. A pin-selectable up/down digital interface is also available.
The MAX5481–MAX5484 are ideal for applications requiring digitally controlled potentiometers. Two end-to-end resistance values are available (10kΩ and 50kΩ) in a voltage-divider or a variable-resistor configuration (see the Selector Guide in the full data sheet). The nominal resistor temperature coefficient is 35ppm/°C end-to-end, and only 5ppm/°C ratiometric, making these devices ideal for applications requiring low-temperature-coefficient voltage-dividers, such as low-drift, programmable gain-amplifiers.
The MAX5481–MAX5484 operate with either a +2.7V to +5.25V single power supply or ±2.5V dual power supplies. These devices consume 400µA (max) of supply current when writing data to the nonvolatile memory and 1.0µA (max) of standby supply current. The MAX5481–MAX5484 are available in a space-saving (3mm x 3mm), 16-pin TQFN, or a 14-pin TSSOP package and are specified over the extended (-40°C to +85°C) temperature range.
Applications
- Gain and Offset Adjustment
- LCD Contrast Adjustment
- Low-Drift Programmable Gain Amplifiers
- Mechanical Potentiometer Replacement
- Pressure Sensors
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Production
At least one model within this product family is in production and available for purchase. The product is appropriate for new designs but newer alternatives may exist.
Documentation & Resources
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MAX5481 Reliability Data1/12/2023PDF33K
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Damage from a Lightning Bolt or a Spark—It Depends on How Tall You Are!9/12/2012
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When Is Calibration Important?6/29/2012
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Calibration Circuit Library6/10/2011
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Reduce the Chances of Human Error: Part 1, Power and Ground3/8/2011
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Reduce the Chances of Human Error: Part 2, Super Amps and Filters for Analog Interface3/8/2011
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Introduction to Electronic Calibration and Methods for Correcting Manufacturing Tolerances in Industrial Equipment Designs5/10/2010
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Introduction to Electronic Calibration and Methods for Correcting Manufacturing Tolerances in Medical Equipment Designs5/10/2010
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How to Calculate the Wiper Voltage of a Digital Potentiometer9/27/2008
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Logging the Linear Digital Potentiometer3/8/2007
Design Resources
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| Part Number | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | Pin/Package Drawing | CAD Symbols, Footprints & 3D Models |
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| MAX5481ETE+ | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | 16-LFCSP-3X3X0.75 | |
| MAX5481ETE+T | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | 16-LFCSP-3X3X0.75 | |
| MAX5481EUD+ | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | Thin Shrink Small-Outline Package | |
| MAX5481EUD+T | Material Declaration | Reliability Data | Thin Shrink Small-Outline Package | |
| Wafer Fabrication Data | MAX5481 Reliability Data |
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