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MCP4911-E/P  

Digital to Analog Converters

MCP4911-E/P Description

The MCP4911-E/P is a high-performance, 10-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed by Microchip Technology. This through-hole mounted IC is housed in an 8-pin DIP package and offers a robust solution for applications requiring precise analog output generation from digital inputs. The MCP4911-E/P features a single DAC channel with a string DAC architecture, ensuring accurate and reliable performance. It supports a wide supply voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V for both analog and digital supplies, making it suitable for various power configurations.

MCP4911-E/P Features

• High Resolution: With 10-bit resolution, the MCP4911-E/P provides fine control over analog output levels, enabling precise signal generation.
• Low Integral and Differential Non-Linearity: The device exhibits low INL (±1 LSB) and DNL (±0.2 LSB), ensuring highly linear output characteristics and minimizing distortion.
• Fast Settling Time: A typical settling time of 4.5µs allows for rapid response to input changes, making it ideal for dynamic applications.
• SPI Interface: The MCP4911-E/P communicates via the SPI protocol, facilitating easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital systems.
• External Reference: The use of an external reference voltage ensures flexibility and accuracy in output levels.
• Compliance and Reliability: The MCP4911-E/P is REACH unaffected and RoHS3 compliant, adhering to stringent environmental and safety standards. It also features a moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of 1, indicating unlimited storage life under standard conditions.

MCP4911-E/P Applications

The MCP4911-E/P is well-suited for a variety of applications where precise analog signal generation is required. Some specific use cases include:

• Industrial Control Systems: Ideal for generating control signals in motor control, temperature regulation, and other industrial automation processes.
• Medical Equipment: Suitable for medical devices that require accurate analog output for sensors, monitors, and diagnostic equipment.
• Audio Systems: Provides high-fidelity analog output for digital audio applications, ensuring minimal distortion and high signal quality.
• Instrumentation and Measurement: Used in precision instruments for generating reference signals and calibrating measurement devices.

Conclusion of MCP4911-E/P

The MCP4911-E/P stands out as a versatile and reliable DAC solution, offering high resolution, low non-linearity, and fast settling times. Its wide supply voltage range and SPI interface make it easy to integrate into a variety of systems. With its external reference and compliance with environmental standards, the MCP4911-E/P ensures long-term reliability and accuracy. Whether used in industrial control, medical equipment, audio systems, or precision instrumentation, the MCP4911-E/P delivers the performance and flexibility needed for demanding applications.

MCP4911-E/P Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MCP4911-E/P

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Qualification Revision 23/Aug/2013      

Datasheets :

MCP4901,11,21      

PCN Packaging :

Packing Changes 10/Oct/2016       Label and Packing Changes 23/Sep/2015      

Manuals :

Development Tools Catalog      

Design Resources :

MCP4911 Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

MCP4901,11,21      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH