AD5204BRUZ100

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Digital Potentiometer
• Characteristics: 4-channel, 256-position, I2C interface
• Package: TSSOP-16
• Essence: AD5204BRUZ100 is a digital potentiometer IC used for electronic circuit control and adjustment. It provides a versatile and compact solution for applications requiring variable resistance.
• Packaging/Quantity: The AD5204BRUZ100 is available in a TSSOP-16 package and is typically sold in reels of 2500 units.

Specifications

• Number of Channels: 4
• Resolution: 8-bit (256 positions)
• Interface: I2C-compatible
• Supply Voltage: 2.7V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
• Resistance Range: 100Ω to 100kΩ
• End-to-End Resistance Tolerance: ±20%
• Non-Volatile Memory: Yes
• Power-On Reset: Yes

Pin Configuration

The AD5204BRUZ100 has a total of 16 pins arranged as follows:

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Functional Features

• Digital Control: The AD5204BRUZ100 allows digital control of resistance values, providing precise adjustment capabilities.
• Non-Volatile Memory: The IC features non-volatile memory, allowing it to retain its settings even when power is removed.
• Power-On Reset: The device includes a power-on reset feature that initializes the potentiometer to a known state upon power-up.
• I2C Interface: The I2C-compatible interface enables easy integration with microcontrollers and other digital devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Precise digital control of resistance - Non-volatile memory for retaining settings - Power-on reset ensures consistent startup behavior - Compact package size for space-constrained applications

Disadvantages: - Limited resolution (8-bit) - End-to-end resistance tolerance of ±20%

Working Principles

The AD5204BRUZ100 operates by digitally controlling the resistance across its four channels. It utilizes an internal resistor network and switches to achieve variable resistance values. The I2C interface allows for easy communication with external devices, enabling precise control over the resistance settings. The non-volatile memory ensures that the IC retains its resistance values even when power is removed.

Application Field Plans

The AD5204BRUZ100 finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Audio Equipment: Volume control and tone adjustment.
2. Instrumentation: Calibration and signal conditioning.
3. Industrial Control Systems: Variable resistance for control and feedback loops.
4. Test and Measurement: Precise resistance adjustment for testing purposes.
5. Consumer Electronics: User-adjustable settings in electronic devices.

Alternative Models

• AD5200: 4-channel, 256-position digital potentiometer with a different package (SOIC-16).
• AD8400: Single-channel, 256-position digital potentiometer with similar specifications.
• MCP401X: Series of digital potentiometers with varying channel counts and resolutions.

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