Analog Devices Inc. AD5453YRM
- Part No.:
- AD5453YRM
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- Digital to Analog Converters (DAC)
- Package:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
AD5453YRM.pdf
- Description:
- IC DAC 14BIT A-OUT 8MSOP
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Product details
Overview
AD5453YRM from Analog Devices is a 14-bit current-output multiplying DAC with 12 MHz reference bandwidth, ±10 V reference input capability, and 50 MHz serial interface. It operates from a single 2.5 V to 5.5 V supply, supports 4-quadrant multiplication, and delivers ±4 LSB total unadjusted error across −40°C to +125°C - enabling precision programmable gain control in ultrasound and composite video signal paths.
For engineers reviewing the AD5453YRM datasheet, AD5453YRM pinout, AD5453YRM application, or AD5453YRM equivalent, key selection criteria include its guaranteed monotonicity, 2.7 MSPS update rate, low 0.4 μA typical current consumption, and compatibility with SPI/QSPI/MICROWIRE interfaces for embedded waveform generation and calibration systems.
Technical Context
The AD5453YRM implements a high-speed R-2R ladder architecture with double-buffered 3-wire serial interface logic, supporting configurable clock-edge sampling (rising or falling) via internal control bits. Its multiplying topology allows direct use of bipolar ±10 V references while powered from a single low-voltage supply.
It integrates an on-chip 9 kΩ feedback resistor (RFB) with −50 ppm/°C TC for temperature-tracked voltage output when paired with an external I-to-V amplifier. Power-on reset with brownout detection ensures deterministic zero-scale startup behavior independent of supply ramp rate.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 14-bit - delivers 16,384 discrete output steps for high-fidelity analog waveform synthesis and trimming. |
| Total Unadjusted Error | ±4 LSB - defines worst-case deviation from ideal transfer curve without calibration, critical for open-loop gain control accuracy. |
| Reference Input Range | ±10 V - enables direct connection to bipolar sensor outputs or AC-coupled signal chains without level-shifting circuitry. |
| Multiplying Bandwidth | 12 MHz - supports high-frequency modulation of reference signals in RF front-end and video timing applications. |
| Serial Interface Speed | 50 MHz - allows sub-20 ns data setup/hold timing and 2.7 MSPS update rate for real-time closed-loop control loops. |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.5 V to 5.5 V - ensures compatibility with modern low-voltage microcontrollers and battery-powered portable instrumentation. |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +125°C - qualified for under-hood automotive and industrial motor control environments requiring extended thermal robustness. |
Pinout & Package
AD5453YRM is packaged in an 8-lead LFCSP (Lead Frame Chip Scale Package) with exposed pad. The package provides low thermal resistance and compact footprint suitable for space-constrained PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| IOUT1 | DAC Current Output | Primary current sink output; requires external I-to-V amplifier to generate voltage output; compliance range supports ±10 V swing with proper amplifier configuration. |
| GND | Analog Ground Reference | Common return path for DAC core and reference inputs; exposed pad must be soldered to PCB ground plane for thermal and noise performance. |
| SCLK | Serial Clock Input | Accepts up to 50 MHz clock; default falling-edge sampling, configurable to rising edge via control bits for timing alignment with host controller. |
| SDIN | Serial Data Input | 16-bit frame input (12 data + 4 control bits); MSB-first protocol compatible with SPI, QSPI, and MICROWIRE standards. |
| RFB | Feedback Resistor Terminal | Connects to op-amp output to close I-to-V conversion loop; integrated 9 kΩ resistor tracks temperature for stable full-scale voltage output. |
| VREF | Bipolar Reference Input | Accepts ±10 V analog reference; enables 4-quadrant multiplication without external level shifters or dual supplies. |
| VDD | Positive Supply | Single 2.5 V–5.5 V supply powers digital and analog sections; low 0.4 μA quiescent current extends battery life in portable systems. |
| SYNC | Frame Synchronization | Active-low enable for 16-bit data latch; rising edge initiates DAC register update after complete data frame is received. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Guaranteed Monotonic | Ensures no code-to-code output reversal across full temperature range - essential for closed-loop stability in servo and PID control. |
| Power-on Reset with Brownout Detect | Forces DAC output to zero scale at power-up and holds it during supply undervoltage - prevents transient glitches in safety-critical systems. |
| 4-Quadrant Multiplication | Supports multiplication of positive/negative reference voltages by positive/negative digital codes - required for vector modulation and phase-sensitive detection. |
| Integrated RFB Resistor | 9 kΩ ±20% resistor with −50 ppm/°C TC eliminates external component count and improves temperature tracking vs. discrete resistor networks. |
| Low Digital Feedthrough | 0.5 nV-s feedthrough minimizes coupling of digital switching noise into analog output - critical for high-SFDR applications like ultrasound beamforming. |
Applications
| Ultrasound Beamforming | Programmable Gain Amplifier |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Dynamic focusing and apodization in medical ultrasound transducer arrays require precise, high-speed amplitude weighting of individual channel signals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD5453YRM acts as digitally controlled current source driving transimpedance amplifiers; its 12 MHz multiplying bandwidth enables real-time envelope modulation at fundamental frequencies up to 5 MHz. Use Value: Enables >80 dB SFDR over narrowband 20–50 kHz bands, meeting clinical image resolution requirements without post-processing correction. |
Use Scenario: Variable-gain amplification in test equipment where gain must be adjusted in 0.1 dB steps across 60 dB range with minimal drift. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD5453YRM serves as precision reference scaler in feedback path of op-amp-based PGA; ±10 V reference input accommodates bipolar signal conditioning topologies. Use Value: Delivers ±4 LSB TUE over −40°C to +125°C, reducing system-level calibration frequency and improving long-term measurement repeatability. |
| Composite Video Signal Processing | Automotive Sensor Calibration |
Use Scenario: Real-time brightness/contrast adjustment and chroma gain control in broadcast-grade SD/HD video encoders. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD5453YRM functions as high-bandwidth multiplier between sync-locked video DAC and analog RGB/YUV signal paths; 2.7 MSPS update sustains 165 MHz pixel clocks. Use Value: Achieves <110 ns settling time to ±1 mV of full scale, eliminating visible artifacts during rapid scene transitions or logo overlays. |
Use Scenario: Factory calibration of pressure, temperature, and position sensors in engine control units (ECUs), requiring traceable offset/gain trim over lifetime. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD5453YRM provides nonvolatile-trimmed DC bias injection at sensor front-end; AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification ensures reliability in under-hood environments. Use Value: Maintains ±2.5 LSB gain error and ±2 ppm/°C tempco across automotive temperature range, reducing post-manufacturing calibration labor by >40%. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar multiplying DAC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD5452YRM | 12-bit resolution, ±1 LSB INL, lower TUE (±1 LSB), same package and pinout | Better linearity for medium-precision calibration; reduced dynamic range limits SFDR in wideband ultrasound | Select when 12-bit resolution suffices and tighter INL is prioritized over extended code granularity. |
| MAX5722ETE+ | 14-bit, 2.5 V–5.5 V supply, but only ±5 V reference input and no integrated RFB | Lacks 4-quadrant support and requires external feedback network; lower multiplying bandwidth (2 MHz) | Choose only if bipolar reference range is not needed and board space permits discrete RFB implementation. |
Compared with AD5452YRM, AD5453YRM trades slightly higher INL for 4× more codes and wider reference range - critical for high-fidelity waveform synthesis. Against MAX5722ETE+, AD5453YRM offers superior reference flexibility, integrated RFB, and 6× higher multiplying bandwidth, justifying its use in demanding medical and automotive signal chains.
Availability
AD5453YRM is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ultrasound beamforming, programmable gain amplifiers, composite video processing, and automotive sensor calibration requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for AD5453YRM includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Analog Devices, Inc. is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing semiconductors, headquartered in Norwood, MA.
The AD545x family was designed specifically for high-bandwidth multiplying DAC applications in instrumentation, medical imaging, and automotive systems - emphasizing precision, temperature stability, and interface flexibility in compact packages.
FAQ
What is the maximum reference voltage range supported by the AD5453YRM?
The AD5453YRM supports a reference input range of ±10 V, enabling true 4-quadrant multiplication without external level-shifting circuitry. This specification is guaranteed across the full operating temperature range (−40°C to +125°C) and is independent of the 2.5 V to 5.5 V VDD supply voltage. The ±10 V tolerance is validated per Absolute Maximum Ratings (Table 3) and functional operation is confirmed in the General Description section of the Rev. I datasheet.
Does the AD5453YRM include an internal feedback resistor, and what is its value?
Yes, the AD5453YRM integrates an internal feedback resistor (RFB) with a nominal value of 9 kΩ, specified as 7 kΩ to 11 kΩ across temperature. This resistor features a temperature coefficient of −50 ppm/°C and is connected between the RFB pin and the internal DAC ladder node. It is explicitly used to establish full-scale voltage output when combined with an external current-to-voltage amplifier, as detailed in the Functional Block Diagram and Pin Function Descriptions (Page 7).
Is the AD5453YRM pin-compatible with other members of the AD545x family?
The AD5453YRM shares identical pinouts with the AD5452YRM in both MSOP and LFCSP packages, as confirmed in Figures 4 and 5 of the datasheet. However, it is not pin-compatible with the AD5450/AD5451 in TSOT packages (Figure 3), which use a different pin ordering. Pin compatibility applies only within the same package type and is limited to AD5452/AD5453 variants - no claim is made for drop-in replacement across resolution grades without verifying layout and decoupling requirements.
What is the guaranteed monotonicity behavior of the AD5453YRM over temperature?
The AD5453YRM is guaranteed monotonic across its entire operating temperature range of −40°C to +125°C, meaning no code-to-code output reversals occur. This guarantee is explicitly stated in the Static Performance table (Page 3) and reinforced in the Terminology section, where differential nonlinearity is specified as −1/+2 LSB - a bound sufficient to ensure monotonicity per standard DAC definitions. No additional characterization or external circuitry is required to maintain this behavior.
How does the AD5453YRM handle power-up initialization?
Upon power-up, the AD5453YRM performs an internal power-on reset with brownout detection that initializes all internal registers and latches to zero, forcing the DAC output to zero scale. This behavior is hardware-enforced and does not require external reset sequencing. The reset remains active until VDD exceeds the brownout threshold and stabilizes, ensuring glitch-free startup even with slow or noisy supply ramps - a feature documented in the Features and General Description sections.
AD5453YRM Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of Bits:
- 14
- Number of D/A Converters:
- 1
- Settling Time:
- 110ns
- Output Type:
- Current - Unbuffered
- Differential Output:
- No
- Data Interface:
- SPI, DSP
- Reference Type:
- External
- Voltage - Supply, Analog:
- 2.5V ~ 5.5V
- Voltage - Supply, Digital:
- 2.5V ~ 5.5V
- INL/DNL (LSB):
- ±2 (Max), -1/+2 (Max)
- Architecture:
- R-2R
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-MSOP
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
AD5453YRM FAQ
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All AD5453YRM products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that AD5453YRM meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of AD5453YRM?
All AD5453YRM units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with AD5453YRM, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The AD5453YRM part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for AD5453YRM:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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