NE5410/SE5410 - 10-Bit High-Speed Multiplying Digital-to-Analog Converter

Overview

The NE5410 and SE5410 are high-performance 10-bit multiplying digital-to-analog converters (DACs) designed for applications requiring fast settling times and high accuracy. These devices are pin- and function-compatible with the industry-standard MC3410 while offering improved performance characteristics. The NE5410/SE5410 are ideal for use in high-speed digital systems, test equipment, and waveform generation applications where precision and speed are critical.

These DACs feature a wide compliance voltage range and are designed to operate with standard supply voltages of +5V and -15V. The internal architecture includes an R-2R ladder network with precision current switches and a reference current amplifier, enabling high-speed multiplication operations with excellent linearity.

Key Features

• High Resolution: 10-bit resolution with ±0.05% accuracy ensures precise analog output
• Fast Performance: 250ns typical settling time enables high-speed operation
• Wide Voltage Range: Compliance voltage range of -2.5V to +2.5V
• Temperature Stability: Guaranteed differential non-linearity over operating temperature range
• Versatile Inputs: Digital inputs compatible with both TTL and CMOS logic levels
• High Slew Rate: Multiplying input slew rate of 20mA/µs
• Integrated Reference: Internally-compensated reference amplifier
• Standard Supplies: Operates from +5V and -15V power supplies

Applications

The NE5410/SE5410 are suitable for a wide range of precision analog applications including:

• Successive approximation analog-to-digital converters
• High-speed automatic test equipment
• Telecommunications systems including high-speed modems
• Precision waveform generators
• CRT display systems
• Strip chart and X-Y plotters
• Programmable power supplies
• Systems requiring programmable gain and attenuation

Electrical Characteristics

Absolute Maximum Ratings

• Supply Voltage (VCC): +7V
• Supply Voltage (VEE): -18V
• Reference Input Voltage: ±VCC
• Digital Input Voltage: -0.3V to +7V
• Output Current (IO): ±5mA
• Power Dissipation: 500mW
• Operating Temperature Range:
  • NE5410: 0°C to +70°C
  • SE5410: -55°C to +125°C
• Storage Temperature Range: -65°C to +150°C

Typical Performance Characteristics

• Resolution: 10 bits (1024 steps)
• Integral Non-Linearity: ±0.05% of full scale
• Differential Non-Linearity: ±0.5 LSB
• Full-Scale Error: ±0.1%
• Settling Time (to ±0.1%): 250ns typical
• Reference Input Resistance: 10kΩ typical
• Reference Input Current: ±1µA maximum
• Output Capacitance: 15pF typical
• Power Supply Rejection Ratio: 0.01%/V

Package Information

16-Pin Ceramic Dual In-Line Package (CERDIP)

• Package Code: F
• Drawing Number: 0582B
• Dimensions: 0.750" x 0.300" (19.05mm x 7.62mm)
• Lead Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Lead Material: Kovar with gold plating
• Package Material: High-temperature ceramic
• Sealing Method: Glass frit seal
• Weight: 1.2 grams typical

Pin Configuration (Top View)

Functional Description

The NE5410/SE5410 utilize an R-2R ladder network architecture with precision current switches to achieve high-speed digital-to-analog conversion. The device accepts a 10-bit parallel digital input and converts it to an analog current output with fast settling time characteristics.

The reference amplifier is internally compensated and can accept both positive and negative reference voltages, enabling four-quadrant multiplication operations. The digital inputs are designed to be compatible with both TTL and CMOS logic levels, providing flexibility in system design.

The output stage provides a current output that is proportional to the product of the digital input code and the reference voltage. This multiplying capability makes the device particularly useful in applications requiring programmable gain or attenuation.

Ordering Information

Design Considerations

When implementing the NE5410/SE5410 in a system design, several factors should be considered:

• Power Supply Decoupling: Proper bypass capacitors should be used near the power supply pins to minimize noise and ensure stable operation
• Grounding: A low-impedance ground plane should be