The LTC1659CMS8#PBF is an integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by Linear Technology Corporation (now acquired by Analog Devices). It is a 10-bit voltage output digital-to-analog converter (DAC) designed to provide accurate and reliable analog voltage outputs. Here is an overview of some of its key features:
1. Resolution and Output Range: The LTC1659CMS8#PBF is a 10-bit DAC, offering 1,024 possible output voltage levels. It provides a unipolar voltage output range from 0V to the reference voltage (Vref), making it suitable for various precision analog applications.
2. Architecture: The LTC1659CMS8#PBF utilizes a multiplying DAC architecture. It features an internal precision voltage reference and a unique R-2R resistor ladder network to generate the desired analog output voltage.
3. Low Glitch Impulses: This IC component is designed with low glitch impulses, ensuring minimal transient voltage spikes during output voltage changes. This characteristic is important in applications where precise analog voltage stepping is required, minimizing any undesirable effects.
4. High Accuracy and Low Nonlinearity: The LTC1659CMS8#PBF offers exceptional accuracy with a maximum integral nonlinearity (INL) and differential nonlinearity (DNL) of ±1.5 LSB. This ensures precise voltage conversion and minimal distortion in the generated analog signal
