Texas Instruments

DAC7725N  

Digital to Analog Converters

DAC7725N Description

The DAC7725N is a 12-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed by Texas Instruments, featuring four independent DAC channels. This IC is part of the Data Acquisition ICs category and is housed in a 28-pin PLCC package. Although it is now considered obsolete, the DAC7725N remains a notable component due to its robust performance and versatile applications.

DAC7725N Features

• Number of D/A Converters: The DAC7725N includes four independent 12-bit DAC channels, allowing for simultaneous control of multiple analog outputs.
• Resolution and Accuracy: With a 12-bit resolution, the DAC7725N offers precise control over analog signals. The maximum INL (Integral Non-Linearity) and DNL (Differential Non-Linearity) are ±2 LSB and ±1 LSB, respectively, ensuring high accuracy.
• Data Interface: The parallel data interface facilitates straightforward communication with microcontrollers or other digital systems, enabling rapid data transfer.
• Supply Voltages: The analog supply voltage range is ±14.25V to ±15.75V, while the digital supply voltage is 5V, providing flexibility in power supply requirements.
• Settling Time: The DAC7725N achieves a settling time of 10µs, ensuring quick response times for dynamic applications.
• Reference Type: An external reference is used, allowing for precise calibration and control over the output voltage range.
• Compliance and Packaging: The DAC7725N is REACH unaffected and RoHS3 compliant, meeting environmental and safety standards. It is packaged in a tube, suitable for surface mount applications.

DAC7725N Applications

The DAC7725N is ideal for applications requiring precise control of multiple analog signals. Some specific use cases include:

• Automotive Systems: Used in electronic control units (ECUs) for precise control of actuators and sensors.
• Industrial Automation: Ideal for controlling analog signals in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other industrial control systems.
• Medical Equipment: Suitable for medical devices that require accurate analog signal generation, such as diagnostic equipment and monitoring systems.
• Telecommunications: Used in signal processing and control circuits for communication systems.
• Consumer Electronics: Applied in high-fidelity audio systems and other consumer devices requiring precise analog control.

Conclusion of DAC7725N

Despite its obsolete status, the DAC7725N remains a reliable choice for applications requiring multiple, precise analog outputs. Its 12-bit resolution, low INL/DNL, and parallel data interface make it a versatile component. The DAC7725N's ability to operate with a wide analog supply voltage range and its quick settling time further enhance its performance. While newer models may offer additional features, the DAC7725N continues to provide robust performance and is well-suited for a variety of industrial, automotive, and medical applications.

DAC7725N Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for DAC7725N

PCN Assembly/Origin :

DAC772,UC3770AQ,TR      

Datasheets :

DAC7724, DAC7725 Datasheet      

PCN Obsolescence/ EOL :

ADS and DAC devices 15/Feb/2019      

HTML Datasheet :

DAC7724, DAC7725 Datasheet