MCP4725
12-Bit Digital-to-Analog Converter with EEPROM Memory
in SOT-23-6
Features
DESCRIPTION
• 12-Bit Resolution
The MCP4725 is a low-power, high accuracy, single
channel, 12-bit buffered voltage output Digital-to-Ana-
log Convertor (DAC) with non-volatile memory
(EEPROM). Its on-board precision output amplifier
allows it to achieve rail-to-rail analog output swing.
• On-Board Non-Volatile Memory (EEPROM)
• ±0.2 LSB DNL (typical)
• External A0 Address Pin
• Normal or Power-Down Mode
• Fast Settling Time of 6 µs (typical)
The DAC input and configuration data can be
programmed to the non-volatile memory (EEPROM) by
the user using I2C interface command. The non-volatile
memory feature enables the DAC device to hold the
DAC input code during power-off time, and the DAC
output is available immediately after power-up. This
feature is very useful when the DAC device is used as
a supporting device for other devices in the network.
• External Voltage Reference (VDD
• Rail-to-Rail Output
)
• Low Power Consumption
• Single-Supply Operation: 2.7V to 5.5V
• I2CTM Interface:
- Eight Available Addresses
- Standard (100 kbps), Fast (400 kbps), and
High-Speed (3.4 Mbps) Modes
The device includes a Power-On-Reset (POR) circuit to
ensure reliable power-up and an on-board charge
pump for the EEPROM programming voltage. The
DAC reference is driven from VDD directly. In
power-down mode, the output amplifier can be config-
ured to present a low, medium, or high resistance out-
put load.
• Small 6-lead SOT-23 Package
• Extended Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
Applications
• Set Point or Offset Trimming
The MCP4725 has an external A0 address pin. This A0
pin can be tied to VDD or VSS of the user’s application
board.
The MCP4725 has a two-wire I2C™ compatible serial
interface for standard (100 kHz), fast (400 kHz), or high
speed (3.4 MHz) mode.
• Sensor Calibration
• Closed-Loop Servo Control
• Low Power Portable Instrumentation
• PC Peripherals
• Data Acquisition Systems
Block Diagram
The MCP4725 is an ideal DAC device where design
simplicity and small footprint is desired, and for applica-
tions requiring the DAC device settings to be saved
during power-off time.
A0
SCL
SDA
Power-on
Reset
VDD
I2C Interface Logic
The device is available in a small 6-pin SOT-23
package.
Charge
Pump
Input
Register
Package Type
SOT-23-6
DAC Register
EEPROM
VOUT
VSS
6
5
4
A0
1
2
3
Resistive
String DAC
SCL
SDA
VDD
Op
Amp
VSS
VOUT
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